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I am living in Dallas, TX. as I work towards completing my Masters. My wife Amy and I were married August 2005 and life has been blessed and crazy ever since! We had twins, Lilly and Zach in 2007 and then were surprised with our littlest one, Story Bella,

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Religion & Spirituality > Bible Study Was there any romantic side or love story for Jesus Christ in his short life span?: 1 of 20
There is no reason given in the Bible to suggest that, as a human man, Jesus did not struggle with sexual feelings or entertain a physical attraction toward someone of the opposite sex. Many claim that Jesus did not possess the ability to sin and that the temptation he submitted himself to in the wilderness for 40 days and ni... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Churches & Organizations The true meaning of Christian community: 2 of 18
The Need For Community I was having a conversation with a friend recently when he asked if I thought a person could really be a good Christian and run a successful business. He didn't believe it was possible because of what he had seen in some of the people he had worked for. I always think of my best arguments at least a cou... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Thoughts on God Thoughts on the nature of God: 5 of 37
This kid named Brian made fun of me for a while when I was in the sixth grade. He wasn't any bigger than me, so I don't know why I felt so intimidated. He wasn't even scary looking. He would call me names, and I wouldn't say anything back. One time, he stood behind me and thumped me on the ear over and over again until I laid... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Trash & Recycling Ways to reduce, re-use and recycle plastic grocery bags: 2 of 12
If you are serious about reducing your carbon footprint, you need to know where to start. The best line of defense is to look at the products that you have been throwing away. Out of personal convenience, and an immediate wish to de-clutter your space, the logical choice is to discard any and all items in your way. Especially... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture Reflections: Jesus Christ as the ultimate hero: 1 of 6
The glorious thing about the superheroes I grew up with was their ability to live among mortals in a humble state. Knowing his potential, Clark Kent restrained his powers for the sake of associating with mankind. He wore glasses, acted clumsily, appeared to lack confidence. Though wealthy and mysterious, Bruce Wayne would not... More..
Relationships & Family > Friendship Advice Characteristics of a good person: 21 of 124
Jesus stands out in my mind as a truly good person. It is easy to find people being good to each other in this world for the sake of getting what they want. The ability to network is a marketable, not to mention entrepeneurial talent. But, to be good to people for the simple pleasure of it, while getting nothing material in r... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Doctrine & Issues A woman's role in the Church: 3 of 15
Women are a vital part of successful church ministry. Their presence in the church is essential for life, growth, and health. Statistically, church membership is comprised mostly of women and the children they bring with them. It would be detrimental to the witness of the Church to undervalue the role of women and their overw... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas Archives Christmas 2008: Ways to make extra Christmas cash: 5 of 22
The holiday season does not not feel warm and toasty when you're sitting in a plasma center giving a donation so you can afford more gifts. But, I understand the strong desire we have to gift those we love. Some of us will do anything to get the extra cash we need to purchase the Wii or the Elmo that says five different thing... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenthood New dads: How to bond with the new baby: 7 of 24
My wife and I were honestly terrified when we discovered we were pregnant again just after our twins turned six months old. I remember laughing nervously when she told me, as I lay in bed, with her breaking the news. What were we going to do? We were already struggling financially. We had no means of support to help take care... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Thoughts on God Conscience or God: 6 of 18
The Beauty of GodSoon after Amy and I were married, we purchased a painting together. The moment we saw it hanging in the store we vowed to hang it in every home we live in. It's a portrait of a simple Italian lodge surrounded by tall trees on a hill of leaves. The reds and oranges and greens and browns speak to us and create... More..