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What an Example!

We can learn so much from the Old Testament. Nehemiah sets a great example for Christians in how to behave. Nehemiah 5:1-5 The Jews complained that were being hard done by and suffering extortion, not from outsiders but from their own Jewish brethren, verse 1. Some were large families without property. Some had mortgaged their fields and houses to provide food for their families. The third group had borrowed money for the king’s taxes and as a result their children were forced into being slaves, and they saw no way out for them or their family. Their complaints were valid. … Continue reading →

$5 Million Dollars Raised for Australian Bushfire Victims

The rain poured down in Melbourne, Australia, but it didn’t deter the crowds from attending the concert to raise money for the bushfires that have recently devastated the state of Victoria in south-eastern Australia. While over 200 people died in the bushfires, over 80, 000 people attended the concert in Melbourne, with a sister concert also celebrated in Sydney this weekend. While the news is generally full of unpleasant natural events and the even less pleasant acts of man, today’s headlines focus more on the good will of mankind where people come together to support other in financial and psychological … Continue reading →

Working Together

Church was always intended to be a number of people working together, using their gifts and talents for the common good, 1 Corinthians 12:4-31. Sadly this is often not the case. Too often a few people are left doing too much. And then sometimes too, people refuse to delegate or let go of jobs, allowing others to do them but want to keep control. It’s a situation that can work both ways. Notice how different the picture is in Nehemiah 3. Each family group had their own specific area of work and expertise. They all knew what was required and … Continue reading →

Are Men Really the Weaker Sex?

I’ve been thinking a bit since reading Courtney’s blog about men being the weaker sex and trying to relate it to the men I am or have been closest too – my husband, son, son-in-law and my father. In each case I can’t see that these guys fit that pattern. As on example, last Saturday when I was launching GROW – UNDER THE SOUTHERN CROSS, an anthology of poems and stories for children and young teenagers, I had nothing but support from the men in my life. Mick spent a great deal of time organizing and printing fliers to send … Continue reading →

Work Together for Success

One of the most important things you can do as a couple is to work together to lead your family. This will help you family to operate smoothly, and it will help to bring a spirit of peace into your home. When the husband and wife are at odds with each other, the entire family life is disrupted. It is essential that you work together and have the same goals and ideas when it comes to discipline, finances, and household work. As a married couple you can work on being in tune with each other through weekly planning meetings in … Continue reading →

What is Worship?

When was the last time someone showed you they loved you? How did you respond? God has shown us that he loves us by sending His Son to take the punishment that was rightfully ours. Because of this marvelous gift of grace, we should want to respond and to serve Him with our lives as living sacrifices, verse 1 God never makes mistakes. He never puts us in the wrong place. You are where God wants you to be. You are there because God has a job for you. Will you respond? As you look at your church and community … Continue reading →

More about Grade Level Unity

In my previous article, I discussed how I think that it is important for teachers in various grade levels to meet and talk with one another. When harmony and appreciation exists among all of the grade level teachers, a new unity is created in the school. I think that this is important not only for your instruction but also for your attitude. In many cases we get wrapped up in the “mes”. Every teacher feels that they do more or work harder than another. I am one that can truly testify that no teacher has it easy. Every grade level … Continue reading →

Let’s Build a Clubhouse – Marilyn Singer

What group of kids doesn’t want a clubhouse? I know I did when I was younger, but I sure didn’t know the first thing about making one. “Let’s Build a Clubhouse” by Marilyn Singer takes the desire one step further – let’s also talk about how to actually pull it off. Our main character calls all his friends on the phone and tells them his idea – to build a clubhouse where they can all hang out. They think it’s a great idea, and Daniel has even drawn up some plans. We’re then told what a plan is, and why … Continue reading →

Find Your Passion

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What’s your passion? Do you know? Over the years, my husband and I have struggled with everything from finances to friends to family illness and more, but I’ve never really struggled with my passion. I’ve always known what I love to do and I always make a point of creating time for it, even if I have to work my rear off to make it happen. For a long time, he didn’t have a passion. He used to call it being without a goal, but it wasn’t lacking goals that he lacked – it was lacking something he could passionately … Continue reading →

Working Together: Joint Accomplishments Inspire Closeness

We talked about how three little words, “do it yourself,” can harm your marriage, but the opposite can also be true. Working together on projects around your home or yard, can bring you and your spouse closer together. A sense of accomplishment gives anyone a boost and when the two of you achieve that sense together, it’s even better. You’re not only proud of your work but also of your spouse’s efforts. You can stand back and admire what the two of you have completed together. Be sure to offer compliments and to acknowledge what a great team you and … Continue reading →