Monthly Archives: July 2011

Back to the Classroom

Posted on July 31, 2011 by wordvessel

School’s in.  It’s time to put those brains in gear again, and bid farewell to late nights, sleeping in, and relaxing at the beach on hot summer days. Hopefully we all made some fun vacation memories that will carry us … Continue reading →

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Ocean Rescue

Posted on July 24, 2011 by wordvessel

I rescued a puppy last week. His fate was uncertain and a compelling urge to not sit on the sidelines and let another innocent creature perish swept over me and I uttered the words, “I’ll take him!”   I set myself up … Continue reading →

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Should faith make sense?

Posted on July 18, 2011 by wordvessel

I recently finished reading No Argument for God by John Wilkinson. According to Mr. Wilkinson Christians often feel like they need to defend their faith and answer every question or respond to every criticism about their beliefs.  Often it is … Continue reading →

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Comfort or Conviction?

Posted on July 10, 2011 by wordvessel

These words still resound in my heart: “We are not doing this for fun. We are fighting.”  This is a quote from Ken Cuccinelli, attorney general of Virginia, in reference to the strenuous schedule he maintains in order to balance … Continue reading →

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The Fading Peal of Liberty

Posted on July 3, 2011 by wordvessel

I spent sixteen glorious days divided between Alabama and Virgina this summer. My senses revelled in the delights of American life: the taste of sweet iced tea, succulent veggies from organic farms and backyard gardens, freshly baked bread; the smells … Continue reading →

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