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Watch Out for Snakes: Part II
We obtained a large property of nearly 90 acres outside a small town in Iowa. There are no venomous snakes in Iowa — or so we were told!

The TripTik Guide for Our Spiritual Journey
While the Auto Club can be pretty precise, God — who is out there on the road with us — has a perfect record of providing the right details at the right time.

The Growing Fatigue With Contradictions in the Black Community
This obsession with materialism, combined with the resentment toward those who succeed, fuels a cycle of envy and frustration, further exhausting those who observe from the outside.

Hayes Struggles to Overcome Election Controversy
International situations resulted in a question regarding Rutherford's abilities to lead the nation.
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Necessary Roughness
Did you know that God is the author of "necessary roughness" in our spiritual life?

A Tribute to My Mother: Faith, Family, and Love
Beyond her love for science and her creative talents, the most important gift she's shared with us is her faith.

The House Decides the Election of 1876
The outcry from the Democratic Party was loud and shrill, dubbing Rutherford B. Hayes as "Mr. Fraudulency."

Remembering the Fall of Saigon
We just observed the 50th anniversary of our retreat from Vietnam. Sadly, we have made the same mistake over and over again.

Speed Bump
There's a spiritual cause and effect ratio that says the longer I ignore God, the greater the speed bump.

The Truth About 'Roots'
This TV miniseries was a fake story that perpetuated a false narrative about the slave trade.

Controversy and Compromise: The Election of 1876
Republicans felt confident that Rutherford B. Hayes was the perfect compromise candidate, but the Democrats weren't going to step aside without a fight.

Trump's Deportation Detour
Powerful voices deem immigration restriction a racist, fascist endeavor, no matter what.

Can We All Get Along?
Why does hate have to be our first response when we perceive offenses?

Wood, Hay, and Straw
Christians can build their spiritual life with flammable materials. The Apostle Paul warned us to be cautious.

The Parenting Crisis We Can't Ignore
If you're feeling lost, frustrated, or just plain exhausted trying to figure out how to raise kids who can handle the real world, you're not alone.

Rotten Apples in the Barrel
Amidst the negative publicity regarding his administration, Grant seemed most troubled by his failure to improve the lives of indigenous peoples.

To Make a Fire
There are certain books I wish I had read earlier — readers are leaders.

You Can't Do It Alone
In our faith walk, doing things our own way usually doesn't turn out very well.