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2015 Column

Where did the years go?

I am going to try my best today to not be one of those sappy dads who cries all the way through my daughter’s wedding. Especially since I am performing the ceremony. But there are no guarantees, because she’s my baby girl. Where did the years go? Where is the baby with bouncing curls who … Continue reading Where did the years go?

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September 21, 2015Bocachica, children, Colombia, daughter, family, father, Francine Rivers, Jesus Christ, Kansas, The Last Sin Eater, Wedding
2015 Column

We are raising adults, not children

Many years ago, my older daughter walked into the bedroom to ask an honest question about meal preparation. “Mom,” she said, “What should I use to serenade the chicken?” I couldn’t resist. I suggested, “Hey, good lookin’ whatcha got cookin’?” I know, I’m a wise guy. After we had pointed out that the word is … Continue reading We are raising adults, not children

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September 8, 2015adults, Bible, character, children, discipleship, family, father, marriage, parenting, raising children
2015 Column

You can thank God for tomorrow

I love the story about the father who was planning an exciting trip to take his son on the next day. “What are we going to do, Dad?” the boy asked. The father said, “I’m not going to tell you now; it will be a surprise.” The boy was very excited because he knew three … Continue reading You can thank God for tomorrow

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January 26, 2015June 13, 2017Bible, christianity, father, Son, thank God, Tomorrow
2014 Column

He chose me anyway

I remember it like it was yesterday. It is my fourth-grade class with Mrs. Wade, and time for recess. Every day, it is the same. When the teacher announces recess, I am at once fearful and elated, excited and filled with dread at the same time. Why? I am excited and elated because I get … Continue reading He chose me anyway

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November 24, 2014June 13, 2017christianity, father, He chose us, kickball, Thanksgiving
2014 Column

Glad father enjoys fruits of his labor

Several years ago, I had the opportunity to spend the better part of an afternoon with a good friend of mine. I was flying to Kenya and had a six-hour layover in Detroit. So, my friend came and picked me up at the airport, we found a little cafe close by and had a pleasant … Continue reading Glad father enjoys fruits of his labor

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October 27, 2014children, Detroit, discipleship, family, father, men, Micah, parenting, relationship, sons, the Bible
2014 Column

This is a day to congratulate others

This morning, my son Judah will cross the stage with 18 other homeschoolers who have completed their high school education. He will receive his diploma from his mom and me, gifts and cards from family and friends, and words of affirmation from many. Some will compliment him on a job well done, pat him on … Continue reading This is a day to congratulate others

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June 2, 2014June 13, 2017children, discipleship, family, father, men, Mom, parenting, training

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