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I Am Thankful

Posted on November 18, 2015 by Scott Johnson

Thanksgiving gives us time to pause and count the many blessings that are already ours. Why don’t we take time to do this each and every day? The old exhortation to count your blessings is wisdom for all the generations, … Continue reading →

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Let’s Go Home

Posted on April 8, 2014 by Scott Johnson

A few weeks ago, I took this picture of my beagle, Chevy, while walking down a trail in Chattahoochee Bend Park. It was our turnaround point. I know this leash drives her crazy. It would drive me bonkers too. Here’s … Continue reading →

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Happy, Happy, Happy – A Book Review

Posted on October 5, 2013 by Scott Johnson

Okay, I’m coming out of my duck blind (metaphorically, speaking). I’m not a duck hunter, but I’ve become a huge Duck Dynasty fan. I recently read Phil Robertson’s book, Happy, Happy, Happy, which answered some questions that always nagged me: … Continue reading →

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In All Things Charity

Posted on September 16, 2013 by Scott Johnson

Several weeks ago, one of my pastors used the above quote by Phillip Schaff. He was preaching about how believers often become divided over things not critical to the Gospel message or the core teachings of the Church. We’re all … Continue reading →

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How Things Turn Out – A Short Story

Posted on June 8, 2013 by Scott Johnson

Creativity often comes like a thief in the night. It breaks into your mind when you’re not expecting it. The story I’m about to share came about from that kind of invasion. As I was enjoying one of my other … Continue reading →

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Bible Study and Church – The Whats

Posted on May 4, 2013 by Scott Johnson

I’ve been a believer for a number of years, and I’ve been blessed to be a part of many kinds of churches and groups, some very conservative and some on the contemporary side. Looking back on those experiences, I probably … Continue reading →

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Your Sweet Fragrance

Posted on February 23, 2013 by Scott Johnson

Where have the years gone? Here you are still by my side. The rose has stormed our castle. We’ve gazed upon the blossoms, Endured the thorns, Pruned, uprooted, replanted. Our bond outlasts the symbols, The turning of seasons, The tests … Continue reading →

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Captivating

Posted on February 1, 2013 by Scott Johnson

Once again, my daughter has surprised and impressed me with her art work. I’m so proud of how she uses her art to express some pretty amazing things about God and His love for us. I chose the term captivating … Continue reading →

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A Model of Loyalty

Posted on December 3, 2012 by Scott Johnson

My family continues to mourn the loss of our little dog, Bonnie. About three weeks ago, I returned from lunch to find her sprawled out on the living room floor, half dead. In route to the vet, she passed away. … Continue reading →

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