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Transformed & Renewed

Growth, Tim's WritingsJanuary 1, 20145KViews 0Likes 0Comments

“Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know god’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect.” (Romans 12:2 NLT) I grew up watching science fiction movies with my grandpa.…

We Are Better Together

Tim's Writings, UnityNovember 1, 20132KViews 0Likes 0Comments

No driver wins a NASCAR race on their own. To accomplish great things we all need others and a supporting cast to help us succeed and reach our goals. In NASCAR there is an army of individuals who work together to accomplish their one goal. There’s the crew chief, engine specialist, tire specialist, the…

An Open Letter to Married Men

Purity, Tim's WritingsOctober 13, 20133KViews 0Likes 0Comments

A couple of days ago I was listening to the Book of Matthew on CD while driving around town. My attention wasn’t completely on what I was listening to. I could hear what was being read from God’s Word, but I wasn’t entirely focusing on it. All of a sudden, these words were as…

Lessons from the Laundromat

Disappointment, Encouragement, Family, Hardship, Tim's WritingsSeptember 1, 20132KViews 0Likes 0Comments

I’ll start this by saying I love spending time with my bride and our kids. I love time playing games with them. Whether it be a thoughtful game of BananaGrams, a feisty game of Dutch Blitz or a bruising game of Spoons; I love playing with them. In the summer we try to play…

The Importance of Lawn Maintenance

Tim's WritingsAugust 1, 20131KViews 0Likes 0Comments

During the summer it’s hard to see our refrigerator. That’s often where all the announcements and invitations of the things we’re doing during the busy summer season end up. It’s full of graduation open house announcements, wedding invitations, postcards from vacation, all of the informational sheets for all the summer camps the kids are going…

September 26, 2005

Dependence on God, Tim's WritingsJuly 1, 20132KViews 0Likes 0Comments

For the most part, life was great on September 26, 2005. I was working at a job I absolutely loved. Jack, one of my best friends, was my employer. I was going to celebrate my ten-year anniversary with the company in October. I looked forward to going into work every single day. Even though things…

Blameless

Blameless, Tim's WritingsMay 1, 201316KViews 8Likes 0Comments

Last year I started my own graphic design business called 1913 Designs with the purpose of helping churches and small ministries with any graphic design needs they may have. I’m often asked what the 1913 stands for. It’s based on a piece of scripture that has meant a lot to me in the past two…

Firstfruits

Growth, Tim's WritingsApril 2, 20131KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Hopefully, you’re aware of the concept of firstfruits. It’s mentioned throughout scripture. It’s the concept of giving God his portion before all else. We practice this in our marriage with our finances. Before the cable bill is paid or groceries are purchased, we set aside our tithe to God. It’s His. Scripture is peppered with…

Trusting In The Midst of Detours (Or Roadblocks)

Tim's WritingsMarch 1, 20131KViews 0Likes 0Comments

I have felt led to write about expectations for the past week, but as I put my hands on the keyboard nothing was flowing. That is until I thought about Beck. She’s only 29. All of the plans she had are now in jeopardy. She could be gone…tomorrow. As I write this, my sister-in-law Becky…

What Label are You Wearing?

Growth, Tim's WritingsFebruary 3, 20131KViews 0Likes 0Comments

“Can u guys come for supper one night this week??” That’s what the text said. Our friends invited us over for dinner. It’s always fun to share a meal with friends. Great conversation, timely stories, and often a good belly laugh makes the time enjoyable. Many of the times that I cherish most in my…