Category: Stories and more
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The Remarkable Heroism of a Stray Cat
God sometimes uses animals. When I was about 6 years old, there was a yellow stray, cat that started hanging around our house. She was a beautiful yellow cat. The only problem was she was often pregnant. One day around the end of May, I was sent to get the clothes out of the dryer.…
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Mastering Pancakes: A Generational Recipe
Pancakes!My daddy was raised by his grandmother. He became grandma’s baby. He was frequently by her side. She made sure that nobody messed with her baby. Growing up he often watched her cook. He liked to eat pancakes, and she would make them for him. He learned to make pancakes by watching her make them.…
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From Stray to Family: The Story of Sunrise the Cat
This is the story of survival of a cat. This cat came at the right time to be a comfort to a family that was losing a family member.
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Redeeming the Time: Walk Wisely in Every Season
So, what are you doing with your time. Are you spending it wisely or foolishly? Are you redeeming the time?
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From Struggles to Joy: Bridget’s Story After Rescue
In the early summer of 2018, Bridget was found tied up under a bridge in Mississippi. She was found by some people who gave her to my dad’s girlfriend, Mary. At that time, Mary lived with my dad. Bridget was a young dog of only about 3 months old. My dad did not want puppies,…
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Understanding Salvation Bracelets: A Craft for Sharing the Gospel
Salvation Bracelets were very popular when I was growing up in Mississippi. They were a frequent craft project at Vacation Bible School (VBS). They were seen as a simple way to teach children how to share the gospel with others. Below I will explain the bracelets. Salvation Bracelets were made from a string and several…
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The Mysterious White Dog of Leaf River
A mysterious white dog accompanied the narrator and their mother while berry picking, then vanished without a trace before they left.
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God Hears Every Prayer: A Lesson from Childhood
There was a summer when the snake population was just too much. We were finding rattle snakes and water moccasins even by the house. I was only about 6 years old. My mom went to church and requested prayer for the snakes to stay away. At that time and place the pastor would take prayer…
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Understanding Relationships Through a Child’s Eyes
My parents divorced when I was 4 years old. My mom got full custody of me and my dad had visitation rights. My dad was a long-haul truck driver. He was one of the best drivers. He won many safe driving awards. For a few years he was a long-haul driving instructor. That meant that…
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Inspiring Family Stories That Uplift Your Spirit
On this page, you will find links to family stories, inspirational stories, and thought-provoking reflections. I hope these stories will encourage you in your walk with God. Many of the inspirational stories are from my childhood where prayers were answered. Some are the stories of people I have known or heard about. Some of these…