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There's always something new to learn, improve
Part of my personal philosophy is never to stop learning.
Life lessons learned through the search for a job
When I graduated college, I wanted to be a television producer. I liked the idea of a career where you had the opportunity to share information that made a difference.
Letting worry out the door while trusting in God
The kingdom of God is within you. We've all heard this truth, but few of us fully understand it or make an effort to put it into practice when we need it. In signing off my letters to friends and others, I often write, "May the Lord be your strength …
Love your neighbor to combat the culture of violence
On the day that a Colorado jury was to announce its verdict in the case of a man who opened fire in a crowded movie theater killing 12 people, Tennesseans were trying to make sense of another deadly shooting, this time in our state.
Forgiveness and grace in tragedy
Supreme Court Justice Potter Stewart gave us a memorable quote about pornography. He couldn't define it, he said in 1964, "but I know it when I see it."
Our role in shaping the biography of another person
Over the past few months, I started reading a variety of biographies and nonfiction. I've been reading about World War II U.S. Army Gen. Lucian Truscott and "Animal House" actor John Belushi.
The value and power of ritual
Today we no longer understand the value and power of ritual. This is more than an individual failing.
Learning from the 'Legend of the Lamed Vavniks'
One of the things I love about my home is the small library created for me by my husband, a gifted carpenter. Whitewashed shelves and crown molding wrap around three walls, giving me a lovely place to house my oversized collection of books.
Waiting for a husband, keeping the faith
Arleen Spenceley can’t remember the last time she went on a date. It must’ve been 2014, she says without a trace of panic.
Miracles for saints and sinners
There are many things you should know about miracles. They are frequent occurrences. They happen all over the world. But most important, they happen to saints and sinners when you say humbly: "Thy will be done, dear Lord."
A 'call that didn't go away'
As I reflected on my vocation story to write this article, I recognized that it was a story about a “call” that didn’t go away over time or despite challenges rather the “call” strengthened and grew as I responded along the way.
The rewards of being nice
Good things happen to nice people. As far as philosophies go, that one must rank near the top. At the very least, it's a philosophy that makes the world a better place. And, for people like Kahlil Calixte, being nice inserts him into stories he'll be talking about for years …
Identifying with the saints
I once surprised a Lutheran minister who was a good friend of mine when I said that I admired Dietrich Bonhoeffer, the Lutheran theologian martyred in Hitler's Germany, so much that I sometimes prayed for his intercession.
Making something good out of depression
Without warning, depression hit me one day. Then came the panic attacks and mental paralysis. Life suddenly had no meaning. I found myself wanting to go back to sleep, hoping that when I awoke, I would be normal again.
A heartfelt ode to Mary
It gives me great pleasure to tell you that I love Mary. I not only love her, but I obey her. I love her because she is the mother of my Lord and savior, Jesus Christ.
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