2020 was a challenging year. The Covid-19 pandemic caused pain and misery around the world and instigated quarantines everywhere. The consequences were devastating. Isolation. Financial hardship. Marital struggles. Divorce. Negative attitudes. Self-devaluation. The devaluation of others. Suicide. Many questioned if God cared. They wondered why a loving God would allow such a horrible thing to […]
Hi3 The Covid-19 pandemic has changed the world. It’s changed how we do business. Covid altered the educational system. The pandemic modified everything, including how we do church. Many are watching services online instead of coming in-person. This shift has caused a disconnect. Church leaders wonder how many will return to church when the pandemic
We live in chaotic times. Covid-19. Election results. Changes. Some may say these are tumultuous moments in history. I tend to agree. Numerous people have many questions about the events of the day. What do we do when things don’t work out the way we hoped? What do we when we feel marginalized and not
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Christmas. It’s the season of lights, family, decorations, food, parties (not so much during Covid-19), and gift-giving. More importantly, it’s the time of year we celebrate some of the miracles of Jesus Christ. The Immaculate Conception. The Virgin Birth. The heavenly hosts praised God. The shepherds hurried to see the child. I get that, the
Have you ever thought or said the words, “God can’t use me.” If you have, I want to encourage you with three unpretentious words, “You are wrong!” I bet you weren’t expecting that! Throughout the Bible, God used ordinary dysfunctional people, just like you and me, to do extraordinary things. It’s true. Believe it! God
Covid-19 has changed our lives in many ways. It has changed the way we date. Tonya and I have searched for places to dance, but they are not open right now. We are thinking of purchasing a cheap disco ball and using it in our living room. The pandemic has changed our interactions with six-feet
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Many people have been negatively affected by COVID-19. The economy was gravely changed, and many families are scrambling to find work. The need for assistance continues to grow. Daniel Soares, The Harbor Church Food Pantry Coordinator, has seen a jump in the number of families needing help. Before the pandemic, the Food Pantry took care
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This morning I saw dirty dishes in our sink! I know, it’s not an earth-shattering event. But, for a moment, I was appalled by the mess. Okay, maybe that’s just a little dramatic, but, honestly, I hate dirty dishes! They drive me crazy! Neurotic? Maybe. OCD? Possibly. Whatever the prognosis, the truth is, I want
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YOUR TIME! In professional football, especially at the quarterback position, timing is everything. In a few seconds, the quarterback reads the defense, makes the necessary adjustments, takes a three, five, or seven step drop to scan the field, throws the ball before his receiver makes his break, and places the ball in the perfect spot
Today, I tempted fate. My car was running on empty, and I tried to get to the office without stopping for gas. Then it happened, my car began to sputter. Why did I tempt my gas-deprived fate? It’s simple to answer. Refueling: takes effort is dirty and smelly wastes my precious time As my car
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