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Expect more and more politics during the 2018 cycle

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Politics will again take center stage in 2018. On the national front, President Trump will continue to push his agenda in the face of irrational opposition from the Democrats and moderate Republicans. And every move Trump makes will be criticized by the liberal media (and reinforced by the local liberal newspaper, TV stations and some…

A Healthier You: Strategies to Reverse Chronic Disease and Restore Health

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In 2023, U.S. healthcare spending hit a staggering $4.8 trillion. Yet, despite these huge expenditures, the U.S. faces an epidemic of chronic disease. Prescription drug use is at record levels, with 6.3 billion prescriptions filled annually, or about 19 prescriptions per person every year. This reliance on medication often addresses symptoms, not the root causes…

Christmas trees are a tradition, are they idols?

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[Looking at history and our area’s unique political and religious attitudes.] O Christmas tree. This traditional icon of Christmas has a mixed history. My parents did not have a Christmas tree when I was growing up, but her family did. Why? Is it reasonable or rational? This discussion will likely bristle the fur on some,…

Everyone has a book inside them – its your year to write a book

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As we complete another year, consider writing a book or journal of your experiences over the next 12 months. You might just surprise yourself with what you write down from your experiences that would be a great read for someone you know and love. Everyone has a book inside of them, but it doesn’t do…

Here are some challenges and goals for this new year

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My view of the new year has adjusted this time and one reason is because I now have two grandchildren, a granddaughter, 20 months, and a grandson, 3 months. My hope for them is a real relationship to God through Jesus Christ and a life filled with purpose, peace and joy. I am concerned about…

Christmas traditions,movies and values

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[Looking at history and our area’s unique political and religious attitudes.] Welcome home. This is the tag line for a relatively new network, Great American Channel media (GAC) started by Bill Abbott. But back-up to what it is and how we found it. One would not think that politics would make much difference in how…

Celebrate Christmas Traditions of Giving and Receiving

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This time of year, is a season that is globally celebrated, and it is called Christmas for many around the globe. A time of joy, sharing, giving, love and reflecting on our faith and our future. As many celebrate Christmas all over the world, I hope we can humble ourselves and truly consider the Christ…

Football plus some horrendous traffic in a trip Dallas

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I went to the Big 12 Championship game in Arlington, Texas, to watch Oklahoma play Baylor on December 7. I had never been to the AT&T Stadium, home of the Dallas Cowboys, so I was curious about what it was like. I had seen the stadium on television many times. Of course, I have been…

Thanksgiving is embedded in the American culture

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[Looking at history and our area’s unique political and religious attitudes.] Thanksgiving. What an interesting word. It is embedded in the fabric of our culture and country. Since the election, history as it occurred is recognized again in our society, what is the story of Thanksgiving? You already know about the Pilgrims, who were at…

Think the Holidays are a Bad Time to Job Search – Major Myth

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While it may feel like job seeking during the holidays is a waste of time, it is an exciting time to keep searching and connecting with people! Fact is a sizable percentage of people find their next job by connecting with someone they know. 1) Many companies have already set next year’s goals and determined…