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So, it begins.  My sabbatical off and running as of this morning.  Each of the next 5 weeks you will receive one e-devotion on Monday or Tuesday morning with a little glimpse at what I am in to, studying and planning for the week.


I am grateful to be able to get away and spend time with family as well as seek to recharge or refresh myself, physically and spiritually.  This week will be the challenge.  I want to unplug.  Wow, that isn’t easy at the pace that I typically live.  But giving it a try beginning today.


This week I begin reading two of the books I have chosen for the sabbatical.  The first is “Saturdays With Billy” by Don Wilton.  Don was Billy Graham’s pastor, and this book is part of what he learned and reflects on his time with the greatest evangelist of our time.  The second book is “Death By A Thousand Lies” by Blaine Bartel, and this book shares Blaine’s story of the rise and fall of a pastor.


This week begins with us headed to Hawaii to spend time with our daughter Rebecca and her husband Colman.  We have not seen them since last summer.  Colman is in the Army and stationed on the island of Oahu.  What an exciting trip and time with family.  Ryan is traveling with myself and Julie.


I will be focusing on family.


1 Peter 4:8  NLT

Most important of all, continue to show deep love for each other, for love covers a multitude of sins. 


I will be focusing on my walk with God.


James 4:8  NLT

Come close to God, and God will come close to you. Wash your hands, you sinners; purify your hearts, for your loyalty is divided between God and the world.


I look forward to sharing more with you in the coming weeks.  Thank you for your prayers and support!

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