Podcast Episodes

On Purpose. For Purpose.

Visiting a hospital, I noticed this phrase: “On purpose. For purpose.” Two words came to mind — intention and impact — and I wondered, “Do I live wi…

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Compassionate Listening

Problem-solving is my nature. So, when a relative, friend, or acquaintance comes to me with an issue, I want to resolve it. If I’m presented with a …

1 year, 8 months ago

Difference Makers

Paul knew the plan personally. As a messenger for Christ, he knew of the “gift” of salvation the he had been given, tied to God’s grace (Ephesians 2…

1 year, 8 months ago

Endurance and Encouragement

Growing up, I was frequently asked the question “Did you hear me? And as a parent, I likewise asked the same question. That really isn’t a new quest…

1 year, 8 months ago

Power Outage

Even when I know there’s no power during a blackout, I’ll walk into a room and flip the light switch, and of course, nothing happens.

When the power…

1 year, 8 months ago

Perfect Faith

The subject for discussion was inspiration. My Grandson asked, “Grandpa, what inspires you?” My immediate answer was, “Jeopardy, the Olympics, a goo…

1 year, 8 months ago

Go Show Yourself

About 25 graduates of the class of 1966 from Concordia Teachers College, River Forest stay in touch.

Recently, one of the men told us that in Decemb…

1 year, 8 months ago

A Difficult Job

It’s not easy learning to be an old person. One of our jobs is to make others glad that we are still around. That especially includes our family mem…

1 year, 8 months ago

Interesting Questions

My wife often says, “You ask too many questions!” She is right, but I enjoy listening to people’s responses.

Jesus also liked to ask questions. In f…

1 year, 8 months ago

Grumbly or Grateful?

Arms crossed and mouth pouted, she glared defiantly. She wanted her sister’s present rather than her own. She didn’t care that her parents carefully…

1 year, 8 months ago