Tag Archives: devotional

Finding Peace When Chaos is the Norm

Posted on January 22, 2024 by David Rische

This is the fourth time I’ve changed the topic for this month. I started with something on New Year’s resolutions. Then moved to goals. Then moved to balance in four key areas of our lives. None of it got past … Continue reading →

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A Dragon Lurking Over The Manger Scene???

Posted on December 17, 2023 by David Rische

And just like that . . . here we are counting down the days until Christmas! It seems like Thanksgiving was yesterday – and summer vacation was two days ago. Hopefully, the decorations are up, plans are solidified, and Amazon … Continue reading →

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3 Things We Shouldn’t Do – But We Can! (Part 1)

Posted on September 28, 2023 by David Rische

How many of us sometime during our life time saw that sign – “Wet Paint – Do Not Touch” and we touched it??? Or how about as kids, saw a taped off area that said, “Do Not Enter” and thought … Continue reading →

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When Second Place Isn’t So Bad (Part 3)

Posted on August 28, 2023 by David Rische

Welcome back! Can you believe it is the end of August 2023? Christmas decorations should be in stores any day now! 🙂 In May, we started a series taking a look at an Old Testament prophet named Elisha and how … Continue reading →

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When Second Place Isn’t So Bad (Part 2) . . .

Posted on July 27, 2023 by David Rische

Welcome back! In May, we started a series taking a look at an Old Testament prophet named Elisha and how his life relates to ours. “Second place” was mentioned because he was the apprentice of one Israel’s most famous prophets, … Continue reading →

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This Summer – Cash or Charge??? (Reboot)

Posted on June 27, 2023 by David Rische

Several years ago in one of my graduate classes, the professor had us fill out a “getting to know you” sheet.  One of the prompts read:  â€śFondest memories as a child _______.”  After a short while, the class shared their … Continue reading →

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When Second Place Isn’t So Bad . . .

Posted on May 30, 2023 by David Rische

There is an individual in the Bible that didn’t showcase his life. He didn’t assert his authority as mightily as he could have. He went about his business with a quiet confidence. He had a tight relationship with God the … Continue reading →

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What To Do While We’re Waiting . . .

Posted on March 25, 2023 by David Rische

Possibly, what could be the greatest event in history – we have no idea when it will happen. . . I’m referring to The Rapture – when Jesus Christ meets all believers in the air to spend eternity with Him. … Continue reading →

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What To Do When Your Anxiety Is Off The Charts . . .

Posted on February 27, 2023 by David Rische

Doesn’t is seem like there is always something to be worried about? If not in our personal lives – then one quick look at the news highlights can fuel our angst rapidly? I read a study by Harvard Business Review … Continue reading →

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A New Year’s Resolution in One Day!

Posted on January 19, 2023 by David Rische

January 1, 2023 has come and gone. Hopefully you’re still holding on tightly to your resolutions, goals, new habits, “one word”, and gym memberships. Those are all great things. The challenge as we all know is sustaining them for the … Continue reading →

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