Unpublished

...at age 11, he witnessed the beginning of war near his home. By age 15, this gifted boy was appointed a leader in the armies of his people...

...Emma was only 39 years old when her husband was killed, leaving her with five small children and a burden of great care...

...being something of a creative cook, decided to try making Baked Alaska himself. He read the recipe.,,

...His mother woke him up at midnight telling him that his father needed him to help haul some fuel oil to heat the church...

...“And other sheep I have, which are not of this fold: them also I must bring, and they shall hear my voice...what other sheep?

...Since it is the new year, I am reminded of one woman’s experience with New Years’ Resolutions. I hope this is helpful...

Not long ago, I had an experience – oh, it was the experience of a lifetime. I came home late one night, tired and in bad need of some sleep, when my wife said to me rather sweetly, “Can I read you a bedtime story?”
You can imagine the look I gave her. I haven’t had one of those in a very long time. But dutifully and obediently I sat down for my bedtime story. And you know, I – I was so touched by that story that I decided that I wanted to share it with you. It’s called “You Are Special” by Max Lucado.

...I don’t ever remember a Christmas where I and mine have been so generously thought of as this one...

...The awesome power to change our lives, our families, and our world lies in a simple formula...

...Imagine if an expectant mother came to your door. Could you ever turn her away?...