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Pastor Rob Ladonne, 

 
“God is the author of life so it is no surprise that much of life prompts us to think about Him. In the writings below you will find references to every day experiences that have brought my faith into focus. I hope these writings encourage
you to have a deeper faith in God.”
 
 

If we had known. . .

 

Lisa and I are celebrating our twenty-eighth anniversary today. Last night we were talking about this and marveling at how so much time had passed since our wedding day.

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What animal would you be?

Years ago there was a show on television called, “Kid’s say the funniest things”. The whole premise of the show was…well…get kid’s talking and they will say funny things.


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Where did she go, that mom of mine?

It is funny how memories fade. When I was a child I had so many experiences, some of them which I am certain left a lasting impression upon me, and yet as the years go by so many of my childhood memories become inaccessible.

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What died around here?

Over the years I have heard stories from various people about how they started to smell a foul odor within their home. For some they could not locate the source, and the stench increased with each passing hour.

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Ouch, that hurts!

During the time of Easter, I found myself drawn to the idea that I would again watch the film “The Passion” which was directed by Mel Gibson.

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“I just can’t take it all in”

Have you ever experienced something so visually spectacular that in the moment you comment, “I just can’t take it all in?”


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Would the guilty parties please rise?

With the political fervor that surrounds the Republican and Democratic nominations for President of the United States, it is not uncommon to hear common folks giving their own “state of the nation” address. As you might expect, what they have to say is rarely favorable and often focused on what it wrong with “people”.


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My dad’s stronger than your dad

Do you remember how back in grade-school days it was common for kids to try and one-up each other by bragging about things?


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You want me to believe what?

Have you ever heard a person comment on how preposterous the gospel of Jesus Christ is? When they do, it often can sound like this:

 


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Weight Lifted?

Weight Lifted?

 

You may recall that last week I shared about a sinful response I had to something that happened in the gym I work out in. I want to thank those of you who replied in a gracious and encouraging manner. Although I struggled about sending that e-mail, I’m now glad that I did because the feedback I received told me that others were blessed by what I shared. Well this week I would like to share “part two” with you of that story.

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