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" For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope." (Jeremiah 29:11 NLT)

“The Hope That Lies In Harmony”

Posted on July 18, 2015 by Tony Casson

”So the Lord scattered them from there over all the earth, and they stopped building the city. That is why it was called Babel—because there the Lord confused the language of the whole world. From there the Lord scattered them … Continue reading →

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“The Steps Of Love”

Posted on July 12, 2015 by Tony Casson

I have neglected this blog and, in turn, my readers, but I have been quite busy these days. I have spent considerable time in May and June posting articles in “The Oakdale Chronicles” and I have undergone tremendous changes here at … Continue reading →

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“Sharing Our Suffering”

Posted on June 25, 2015 by Tony Casson

Originally posted on Seeing Deep Blog by Denise Pass:
Photo Credits:http://www.pinterest.com Psalm 30:2 “O LORD my God, I called to you for help and you healed me.” I am overcome today with praise for my Jehovah Rapha, the LORD Who…

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“Heartfelt, Humble Steps”

Posted on June 23, 2015 by Tony Casson

This article was originally published in “The Oakdale Chronicles” on October 18, 2013. Following our individual paths to freedom is really all about following Jesus Christ, and in this article I wrote about a book that had impacted me greatly … Continue reading →

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“But I LIKE Cream And Splenda In My McDonald’s Coffee!”

Posted on June 21, 2015 by Tony Casson

I like McDonald’s coffee. When I do buy coffee at McDonald’s, I always order a large and then I ask for 5 creamers and 2 packets of Splenda. There you have it. I confess. I am not ashamed, or afraid … Continue reading →

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“Seeing The Suffering”

Posted on June 15, 2015 by Tony Casson

One of the benefits of enduring our own suffering, regardless of the origin, is the ability it gives us to see the suffering in others and to respond to it with empathy. None of us enjoys suffering, but we must always consider … Continue reading →

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“Self-Imposed Suffering”

Posted on June 5, 2015 by Tony Casson

“And Israel was brought very low because of Midian. And the people of Israel cried out for help to the Lord.”  Judges 6:6 English Standard Version (ESV) “Our heavenly Father understands our disappointment, suffering, pain, fear, and doubt. He is … Continue reading →

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Grow Up

Posted on May 26, 2015 by Tony Casson

Originally posted on The Journey Through The Wall:
“When I was a child, I spoke and thought and reasoned as a child. But when I grew up, I put away childish things.” 1Corinthians13:11 A little over a week ago I…

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“Embracing Our Suffering”

Posted on May 19, 2015 by Tony Casson

“Through him we have also obtained access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and we rejoice in hope of the glory of God.  Not only that, but we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, … Continue reading →

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“Today Is….A Great Day For Dinner And A Movie”

Posted on May 8, 2015 by Tony Casson

Sorry to disappoint you, but there is no dinner, and there is no movie. But there is a brief visit to another ‘Scenic Turnout” as I work on a new series of articles. The ‘dinner’ is a poem I wrote while in … Continue reading →

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