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Belief, Faith, Trust

Posted on August 19, 2013 by Jan C. Johnson

I work with words all the time. Lately I’ve been thinking about three words that are all related but don’t share the same meaning. Namely, “belief,” “faith” and “trust.” Many times, in talk about everyday things, any of the three … Continue reading →

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In Harmony

Posted on June 25, 2013 by Jan C. Johnson

Last week I read about a couple of church ladies who couldn’t get along. I can just see them, noses in the air, chins thrust out, arms folded. Not budging. Nuh-uh. When you’re right, you’re right, right? Haha, church ladies … Continue reading →

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Complicated. Apparently, It’s the New “Simple”

Posted on April 3, 2013 by Jan C. Johnson

This week I am linking up with Jen and the Soli Deo Gloria sisters. Is it just me, or is there a conspiracy out there? Our society keeps gaining more and more advanced technology, which was supposed to make our … Continue reading →

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The More You Do. . .

Posted on March 26, 2013 by Jan C. Johnson

In the last few days, after weeks of mild North Texas spring-like weather, we found ourselves back in a cold-front funk. Howling winds, overnight freezes, the works. Or as Brent put it, “I’m ready for Christmas to be over.” So … Continue reading →

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“Amateur” — It’s Not an Insult

Posted on September 17, 2012 by Jan C. Johnson

I’ll never forget the two sentences my music minister told us. I was in a youth music group at my hometown church, and he was talking to us about two possible motivations for singing. Both sentences were short, only six … Continue reading →

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Raw Ten-Minute Tuesday

Posted on August 28, 2012 by Jan C. Johnson

I know what you’re thinking: Didn’t she just post yesterday? Yes, well, I’m trying something new. I’ve heard of these things–you get a prompt and have so many minutes to write about the topic. No overthinking or over-editing. However, I … Continue reading →

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