Tag Archives: risk

May I Listen In?

Posted on April 19, 2018 by rstaples2013

It seems like a bold request that I am making directly to all three Persons of the Trinity. I am risking this question because of a comment where prayer was described as joining a conversation that is already taking place … Continue reading →

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Forging a New Journey

Posted on July 14, 2017 by rstaples2013

I know that most of the life I have known, on a practical level, is gone. Some of it eroded away by the “or sickness” and the “or for worse” of the marriage vow.  Some of it shattered by the … Continue reading →

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When the Journey Looks Impossible

Posted on January 17, 2015 by rstaples2013

I have been fascinated today by a story I found on BBC News of bar headed geese that take a “short cut” on their migratory journey from Tibet to India and actually fly over the top of Mt Everest. This … Continue reading →

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Don’t Look at Your Feet

Posted on May 31, 2014 by rstaples2013

I have been ”over thinking” for a couple of days.  I have some decisions to make, some plans to present and some options to consider.  It’s hard to maintain eye contact with Jesus when you are distracted by that which … Continue reading →

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This Child Must Live Here

Posted on April 14, 2014 by rstaples2013

A couple of weeks ago I was invited to a fellowship group at the home of a friend. As the gathering developed, it became apparent to the friend who had invited me that his home was too small. He emailed … Continue reading →

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Observations from the Camino

Posted on August 28, 2013 by jroesler728

As I watched my fellow travelers I began to notice that there were two groups with identifiable distinctives. I found them falling into these two categories: Pilgrim/Tourist • Personal appearance not an issue • Personal appearance a big issue • … Continue reading →

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Do I Rest or Risk?

Posted on March 22, 2013 by jroesler728

I am wanting my body to be strong. I want the physical ability to do the things my heart longs to do. I don’t want to hurt myself every time I lift something. I don’t want to fall and break … Continue reading →

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Did You Call a Wrong Number?

Posted on June 27, 2012 by jroesler728

I answered my phone and learned the call was from a nurse calling on behalf of my health insurance company. She said she wanted to go over some information for me that would help me with prevention strategies. Her first recommendation … Continue reading →

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