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The Fellowship of Suffering

Posted on November 3, 2016 by rstaples2013

God gives us glimpses into His heart by inviting us in to the fellowship of suffering. Suffering is often a uniquely personal place that defies our known ways of sharing; defies our being understood. Therefore, that which is of itself … Continue reading →

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Tape Reveals Family secret

Posted on October 12, 2016 by rstaples2013

I found an old cassette tape labeled “Mom and Dad”. After some searching I found a “Boom Box” that had the capacity to play cassette tapes. The first side was Mom playing a little electronic organ. I can picture her … Continue reading →

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Why I Hate My Closet

Posted on September 30, 2016 by rstaples2013

I don’t really think my closet is too small. I rather believe that I have too many clothes. It would seem a simple concept to then give some of the clothes away. But, the good intentions of sorting becomes a … Continue reading →

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Tell Me about the Red Cord

Posted on September 27, 2016 by rstaples2013
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Tell Me about the Red Cord

Posted on September 27, 2016 by rstaples2013

I met with an estimator today for installing new carpet in a bedroom. As I chose between carpet samples I showed him an adjacent room where the carpet had an open seam between the entrance and the main floor. (I … Continue reading →

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No Sunday Shoes

Posted on September 11, 2016 by rstaples2013

I carefully chose clothes to wear to church today. I tried to find something that is casual but respectful of an environment that facilitates the worship of God. I wore nice slacks, a black top and a classy black and … Continue reading →

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Covered by Grace

Posted on September 9, 2016 by rstaples2013

  Last night a friend commented on a stunning black and white quilt that highlights our sofa. I found myself eager to tell the story of how this beautiful covering became mine. I first learned of this quilt when I … Continue reading →

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Keeping My Promise

Posted on September 8, 2016 by rstaples2013

Last night a friend asked me why I don’t write anymore. I didn’t have an answer, at least one that I wanted to confess. She said she missed reading my posts. I promised her I would write today. I asked … Continue reading →

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Black, White and Red

Posted on August 14, 2016 by rstaples2013

I woke up this morning to news of the racial unrest in Milwaukee being expressed during the night by protesters burning buildings. My mind took me back to the race riots of 1967. How long ago was that? Is it … Continue reading →

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Only With My Dad

Posted on June 24, 2016 by rstaples2013

These words captured my attention today as I have been reading through the gospel of John with the specific purpose of watching Jesus do only what the Father directed Him to do and  say only what the Father said to … Continue reading →

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