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Stopping Long Enough To Listen

On November 6, 2013November 9, 2013 By Derek MelansonLeave a comment

“Stop!” I frequently say this or something like this to our 4-year old twin boys. And when they do stop, then I can instruct them, inform them, and correct them. But they have to stop first. Listening is impossible if they are running, jumping, or climbing. Once they do stop, I can get them to …

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Who Am I Really?

On November 5, 2013 By Derek MelansonLeave a comment

Husband. Father. Pastor. These are roles I currently have, roles that constitute both my responsibilities and relationships. They define my activities, my routine, what I do from day to day. And sometimes I can allow these roles to define who I am; and in the process I can forget that there’s more to me than …

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