Pastor’s Posts
Faith-Focused Education: Little Lambs Preschool’s Unique Approach
At Little Lambs Preschool in Irvine, we believe in the power of faith-focused education, a philosophy that nurtures young minds and hearts by intertwining academic excellence with spiritual growth. Here’s a closer look at what makes our approach unique and why it could be the perfect fit for your child. A Holistic Educational Experience At…
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Suffering in Burma
(based on a true story) In the forested mountains of far off Burma, A group of doctors trek over terra firma. An eight-hour drive, bamboo rafts over rivers, Hours on a tractor, jungle hikes, to be givers. Backpacking supplies and medical equipment, Medicine, labs, still not enough shipment. One of the young doctors,…
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Bridging
All too often you hear, “What’s in it for ME?” That question daily hums inside you and ME. Even in serving, “I hope someone noticed ME.” Even in giving, it can still be about ME. One of the lies begun in Eden’s garden, “Look out for yourself, look out for number one.” Now we’re curved…
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SPIRITUAL GROWTH AND BASEBALL?
Am I Dr. Jekyll OR Mr. Hyde? Or am I Dr. Jekyll AND Mr. Hyde? Sometimes with God, it seems I’ve come quite far, Other times, farther to go than ever before. When I was only five and played t-ball, Baseball was easy! Just hit the sitting ball! But by ten can you hit…
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The Sin of Entitlement
Giving to people is no easy chore. When they disagree, they are out the door. When self is supreme, people feel entitled, “Micro-aggressions!” Hurt feelings unbridled. Some express gratitude, oh so greatly. Others? “So, what have you done for me lately?” Picky, nit-picky and oh so prickly, Opinions of you can change oh so…
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The Initiating Love of God
Owen asked, “Why do they call Good Friday, ‘Good Friday’ if that’s when they killed Jesus?” That’s a great question. That’s not a 5-year-old question. He’s a genius! Let me tell you my favorite thing about Good Friday. My favorite thing about Good Friday is that God publicly, efficiently, and for all time outed me.…
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