Author Archives: Dana

Proverbs

Posted on September 21, 2017 by Dana

“Mr. Davis, as Taylor grew older, what were some things you looked forward to doing with him?” This was one of several questions I was asked in a seventh grade Bible class at Taylor’s school this week. A while back, … Continue reading →

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dodger

Posted on September 14, 2017 by Dana

After singing a few songs and sharing a Bible story with the children in the mountains of Ecuador, we always had some treats to distribute. Anywhere on earth it is wise to have a good strategy in gift-giving to prevent … Continue reading →

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thirst

Posted on September 7, 2017 by Dana

Jesus’ encounter with a thirsty woman illustrates human tendency. This story also shows how Jesus has the ability to cut through our shallow comments and thinking to focus on what really matters. (see John 4) When we want to make … Continue reading →

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hunger

Posted on August 31, 2017 by Dana

“Mr. Davis, don’t you want to complete your meal before you eat your dessert?” I was not aware that Jell-O was dessert, but Mrs. Harris, my fifth grade teacher, viewed it that way. She was determined that we all learn … Continue reading →

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presence

Posted on August 24, 2017 by Dana

“The world is deathly ill. The Great Physician has already signed the death certificate. Yet there is still a great work for Christians to do. They are to be streams of living water, channels of mercy to those who are … Continue reading →

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