We all have a need for someone to really listen to us and understand our heart desires. So often, people hear what we say but not what we mean by what we say. Other times, we ask a question not really wanting to know the answer. How many times do you ask, “How are you doing?” and wait only two …
9 Days til Christmas ~ Recognize
To honor others is a simple act that can mean the world to others. Napoleon knew the value of honoring his men who were willing to lay down their lives. While war was raging on the front lines, he was seen at the rear honoring those who valiantly fought. He is quoted to have said, “With a handful of …
10 Days til Christmas ~ Greetings
Most of us have heard the expression “nobody is perfect.” Yet Jesus gave us the command to “be perfect.” He made it even more precise by saying, “Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect” (Matthew 5:48). How is this possible? The Power Of the Perfect Greeting: In the context of this command, we …
11 Days till Christmas ~ Praise
Precise word of praise for demonstrating character Praising a person for the character they demonstrate is one of the best ways to promote good character. Too often, we nag and criticize our siblings, spouse, pastor, coworker or even our friend. However, if we are able to take the time and effort to highlight a character quality they have demonstrated, it …
12 Days til Christmas ~ Smile
With just twelve days until Christmas, it is important to think about the gifts that we can give. Here are twelve things you can give that cost nothing. Here is the first and one of the simplest. 1. Give the gift of a warm, loving smile The first impression we make is more important than any of us may ever …
Thanksgiving in Florida
Thanksgiving in Florida always has it’s special traditions as the Kellers host family and friends. This year was no exception as we did their annual Thanksgiving chain. It is a very simple but meaningful tradition where each person in the family writes down one thing they are thankful for from throughout the year. Each person adds to their chain in …
National Bible Bee
The opportunity arose for us to attend the National Bible Bee event where families from all around the nation came together to have the final rounds of competition. Far from most competitions such as sports or county fairs, this competition involved the most important discipline of the Christian life—the memorization of God’s Word. Young people worked diligently for months. Many …
Florida Ministry Trip
When Representative Charles Van Zant and His wife attended the Regional Conference this year, they heard a powerful message by David Gibbs on How to Do the Impossible. After Representative Van Zant took office, God opened the door for him to be appointed as chairman to the board of Corrections and he has 144 prisons under his care. God had …
Traveling to Oklahoma City!
One of the most precious privileges has been the opportunity to travel and serve together with my best friend. We have committed to go everywhere we can together, especially in our first year of marriage and we do not regret it at all! While visiting with Josh and Anna, we had some very special time working on some writing projects. …
Family Visit With John & Esther
The Shraders–Missionaries to Zambia! John and Esther are stepping out in faith by offering themselves to go and serve the people of Zambia. They and their seven children plan on planting churches and discipling pastors in the ways of God. If you would like to write a note of encouragement, their sending church will forward it on to them. Write …