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How Much is Enough

Asking the question, “How much is enough” seems almost un-American, doesn’t it? Whatever our current salary or income, we want more. However much we have invested, we want it to grow to become more. No matter how big our business, we want to make it bigger. “More” is woven into the very fabric of  the American [...]

A Blazing Fire

There are few things I enjoy more than sitting in front of a blazing fire on a snowy, winter day. I often find myself almost hypnotized as I gaze at the flames dancing wildly before me. But as relaxing as this comforting winter scene is, I cannot help but be reminded of how material wealth [...]

A Bridge or a Barrier?

Let me ask you what I expect will be quite a thought provoking question.  A question you have likely never even pondered. However, it is one we should all be asking ourselves.  Here’s the question, “Has God’s abundant provision in your life become a bridge or a barrier to your ability to trust Him more [...]

Double Trouble

When we were first married, my wife and I went on a weekend camping trip with my best friend, Tom, and his wife at a local lake.  We decided to rent canoes for the afternoon.  As our leisurely canoe ride ended, my wife and I rowed up to the dock and stepped out of our [...]