Men and their God

What is real freedom?

by John Bagwell on April 7, 2013 · 0 comments

What do you think of when you think of freedom?  Maybe, like most people, you probably think of things such as freedom from slavery, freedom from oppression, freedom from social injustice, and on and on that list seems to go.  There’s nothing wrong with setting captive individuals free, but lately I’ve been seeing the cry [...]

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THROUGH the Storm

by John Bagwell on February 24, 2013 · 0 comments

Flashback to April 27th, 2011.  What do you personally remember from that day?  Unless you were in Alabama or a neighboring southern state, probably not much.  However, for those of us around that day, each of us has a story to tell. That morning, I remember being awakened by the strong sound of wind outside.  [...]

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How to Love Unconditionally

by John Bagwell on February 10, 2013 · 0 comments

With Valentine’s Day approaching this week, much will be spent on flowers, chocolate, and small baubles as men of all ages seek to communicate in just the right way the simple words: “I love you”.  February 14th is a day when some will even seek out the bonds of marriage, while some others may have [...]

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What do you REALLY need?

by John Bagwell on January 27, 2013 · 3 comments

Walk up to the average person and ask them what they want.  With reasonable certainty, I could guess that they would say they would want money, a new home (or current mortgage paid off), a new car, or to be debt free.  There are a few others out there I know who might say something [...]

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January 22, 1973

by John Bagwell on January 20, 2013 · 0 comments

I’m taking off work this Tuesday, January 22nd, 2013.  You see, my youngest daughter was born on January 22nd, and each year, with each of my daughters, I take them on a day-long father-daughter date.  Together we choose where to go, what to do, and I take them shopping for a new dress, a new [...]

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What more can HE say?

by John Bagwell on January 12, 2013 · 0 comments

I begin this article with some measure of trepidation.  You see, I’m not sure how you, the reader, will perceive it.  I know what I am about to try to communicate, but in all things written, you the reader will read into this article from your own personal perceptions, experiences, and backgrounds.  So, let me [...]

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The Secret of Happiness

by John Bagwell on December 30, 2012 · 0 comments

I once heard someone say, “I’d rather be happy than right.”  While I can’t remember who said it or in what context, it stuck with me.  I’ve seen too many arguments between people who were both equally convinced they were right and the other person was completely wrong.  Even if one of them happens to [...]

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A TON of Bricks

by John Bagwell on December 16, 2012 · 0 comments

I woke up Friday, still feeling worn out from a very long road trip that saw me crossing into six states outside of Alabama.  I started my day like everyone else I suppose, but it was hectic and busy.  A news alert crossed my phone.  Something about a shooting.  I swiped it away and continued [...]

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Simple Respect

by John Bagwell on December 1, 2012 · 0 comments

Respect is something we usually understand best when its missing.  When its missing, it is obvious because we feel, in our bones, disrespected.  You know what I mean.  Its usually a comment someone makes or maybe some action.  Its not the exact words they say, it is how they say them.  Its the attitude.  Condescending.  [...]

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The Accuser and Me

by John Bagwell on October 20, 2012 · 0 comments

At various times in life people seem to get around to questions like, “Who am I?  Why am I here? What is my purpose? Why did God create me?”  These are great questions, and in exploring them people have found purpose and fulfillment in life.  The problem is, I don’t think it happens to enough [...]

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