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I forgot all about New Year’s resolutions. Of course, that's standard as I always forget them. However, here are some thoughts that might help you in 2024, without too much effort. new years …
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By Jim Thompson
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1/17/24
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Proverbs 15:3 "The eyes of the Lord are in every place, beholding the evil and the good." Many times, I have read this verse as a reminder that God sees the good of the righteous people and the evil …
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By Pastor Robbie McClelland, Arlington Baptist Church
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1/17/24
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I hope everyone is staying warm inside with these frigid temperatures we’ve been having. If you’re stuck inside more than usual, it’s a good time to clean out the refrigerator and pantry. Here …
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By Amy Halverson
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1/17/24
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“A new year is like a blank book; it has 12 chapters and 365 pages, and you are the author. My wish for you is that this year you write the most beautiful story possible for yourself.” I received …
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By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel
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1/10/24
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Recently, I wrote about a New Year's Eve gathering that Rod Nichols attended at Cutter Bill's. Today, I offer an update on that and a bit of an eerie ending! Happy New Year, All. SHARING ONE FOR LOU …
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By Jim Thompson
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1/10/24
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We are finally getting our first real snow, and although many may not feel the same, I can’t complain. Heaven knows we have been due for some snow for a while; the fact that it’s January, and …
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By Amy Halverson
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1/10/24
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Joshua 14:12 "Now therefore give me this mountain, whereof the Lord spake in that day; for thou heardest in that day how the Anakims were there, and that the cities were great and fenced: if so be …
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By Pastor Robbie McClelland, Arlington Baptist Church
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1/10/24
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My father-in-law is a farmer. He grew up on the family farm in southwest Minnesota, where his dad grew up, too. Blessed by fertile soil, the farm has provided for the family for several …
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By Andrew Ellsworth, MD
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1/10/24
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“Hey, Buddy, what do you say?” My heart smiles every time I hear this or a similar phrase from a parent who is teaching his or her child good manners. My siblings and I may have been young enough …
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By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel
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1/3/24
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During his life, my old friend Rod Nichols wrote many poems for my radio show. Though Rody passed a few years ago, his poetry remains. He has a favorite haunt that he loved to write about. This is …
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By Jim Thompson
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1/3/24
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A warm bowl of soup is a classic comfort food, especially when the weather turns colder or if one has a cold. The strong association between soup and comfort hasn’t been lost on researchers. …
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By Amy Halverson
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1/3/24
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Any time I think of New Years, I can’t help but think of New Year’s resolutions. You probably have some on your mind right now. Most resolutions I hear tend to lean toward a bettering of self: …
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By Pastor Robbie McClelland, Arlington Baptist Church
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1/3/24
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A seizure can b e most frightening for a family member, friend or anyone to witness. However, for some people with epilepsy, seizures may be fairly common and not unexpected. Roughly one in 10 people …
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By Andrew Ellsworth, MD
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1/3/24
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During the holiday season, we are surrounded by many gifts. I’m sure we can all remember growing up and not being able to sleep the night before Christmas. The anticipation and the excitement for …
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By Kristi Noem
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12/27/23
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At last, they had made it! The three brushed the layer of dust from their fine robes and opened their travel bags. Caspar removed a shiny piece of gold. Melchior found the bundle of frankincense. …
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By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel
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12/27/23
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As they say in Ireland, "a happy Christmas to all" or phonetically in Gaelic, "Noleg Shona" ’Twas the week after Christmas and all through the house, Nothing would fit me, not even a blouse. The …
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By Jim Thompson
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12/27/23
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I hope everyone was able to enjoy the holidays despite the last-minute snow. We traveled before the snow hit and then stayed around home and enjoyed a white Christmas. We had Christmas at my mom’s …
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By Amy Halverson
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12/27/23
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Christmas time is a time for giving. It is a joy to give as well as a joy to receive. If we are honest, some gifts “hit the spot” more than others. Some keep our attention longer. Some we hold …
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By Pastor Mike Gunnon, De Smet Alliance Church
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12/27/23
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“How much longer ‘til Christmas?” Mom likely grew tired of my incessant question; it seemed to me like Christmas would NEVER come! “It’s only two weeks away,” she replied patiently, then …
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By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel
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12/20/23
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What comes to mind when you think of the word “joy?” Maybe it is time with family or friends. Maybe it is time spent with your spouse or children. Maybe there is a certain hobby or pastime that …
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By Pastor Mike Gunnon, De Smet Alliance Church
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12/20/23
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