Category Archives: Temptation

When Your Feelings And Convictions Don’t Agree

Posted on August 20, 2012 by Tom Walter

We’ve all faced seasons where we don’t feel like doing what we know we should. Our convictions may be clear, but our desire to stick to them may fluctuate on any given day. Here are some scenarios to help you … Continue reading →

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A Huge Slip Flop

Posted on August 9, 2012 by Debi Walter

It was bound to happen. Olympians are, after all only humans. But oh, to be the one to whom it happens–embarrassing to say the least! German Diver, Stephen Feck slipped as he was launching off the board and ended up … Continue reading →

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A Marriage With A View

Posted on July 13, 2012 by Tom and Debi

Do you have a marriage with a view? We’re not talking about a view out your window. It doesn’t matter if you see mountain vistas or sunrises over the ocean. All these are grand, but they don’t compare to the … Continue reading →

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Stop Grey From Becoming The New Black And White

Posted on May 9, 2012 by Tom and Debi

Last week we talked about Sexual Intimacy and what it takes to cultivate this closeness in marriage. In a culture that craves sex it is ironic that marriages are often sex-starved. Either for lack of sex or because of the … Continue reading →

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3500 Years Up In Smoke

Posted on January 17, 2012 by Debi Walter

This morning I awoke before dawn with a plan, and so did someone else apparently. I read my Bible reading for today from the book of James… So also the tongue is a small member, yet it boasts of great … Continue reading →

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The Cynic Within

Posted on October 4, 2011 by Tom and Debi

The enemy of our souls first tempted Eve by asking her a question, “Did God really say…” It was a question meant to challenge the goodness of God.  It was evil and cynical in nature. A cynic is a faultfinding … Continue reading →

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Pick Up On Aisle 4

Posted on September 7, 2011 by Tom Walter

It’s been awhile since I’ve posted, but I have something to share I believe will help the husbands (and wives too). Debi and I were shopping not long ago when something happened that surprised me.  Debi was on one aisle, … Continue reading →

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Eradicate or Irrigate?

Posted on March 29, 2011 by Debi Walter

Last Saturday morning we were babysitting one of our grandchildren.  Tom made eggs for her – very sweet.  Then, he made breakfast for himself – yes, he loves to cook.  Finally, he sat down to enjoy it. About this time … Continue reading →

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