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Character Transformation

Posted on February 13, 2016 by Scott Ranck

Christianity calls the process of character transformation sanctification. It means to make holy or set apart. 12 step recovery programs ask for a willingness to have God remove our character defects. Galatians 5:19-22 in the Bible contrast the works of the … Continue reading →

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The Christmas Gift

Posted on December 24, 2015 by Scott Ranck

It is more blessed to give than to receive. After spending several days with two of our granddaughters, who are 6 and 4 years old, I was reminded of a valuable lesson. All of life is designed to teach us … Continue reading →

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Making the Holidays Great!

Posted on December 15, 2015 by Scott Ranck

Holidays can be the best and worst of times. I want to share 3 things that will help you maximize your joy through the season. We are all selfish by nature! It will take an intentional effort to not be … Continue reading →

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Surrender

Posted on November 6, 2015 by Scott Ranck

I recently had a talk with an Army Ranger. I was asking him about the difference between Ranger training and the standard boot camp all military people go through. My conclusion was both trainings are designed to break a person … Continue reading →

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Nine Months

Posted on November 2, 2015 by Scott Ranck

The first thing that hits me when I think of nine months is the time it takes a little human life to fully form and then enter into the world. A lot can happen in nine months. Nine months ago … Continue reading →

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Thoughts on “The Key.”

Posted on October 26, 2015 by Scott Ranck

I received this writing from a man who went on our men’s retreat to Key Largo, FL. I thought is was worth sharing. I am not sure where to begin. I’m not much of a writer and have often had … Continue reading →

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Marriage and Driving

Posted on September 6, 2015 by Scott Ranck

One of the longstanding issues in our marriage has been driving skills and practices. Our driving tends to mirror our personalities. So my driving has always been calm and reserved while Gayle drives like a wild woman! Yes, that was … Continue reading →

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The Purpose of Marriage: The Crucible for Growth

Posted on September 4, 2015 by Scott Ranck

It is amazing how when two very flawed people come together in marriage, most expect the perfect marriage to be the result. At minimum, most expect to be happier together than they were by themselves. Analyzing those statements reveals our expectation … Continue reading →

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Ferguson, Baltimore, Roanoke & Houston?

Posted on August 30, 2015 by Scott Ranck

I was just reflecting this morning on the different reactions to these four situations. I’m totally baffled for the vast difference between how communities reacted to the situations. The first two had the deaths of two black men at least one of … Continue reading →

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Into Action

Posted on August 22, 2015 by Scott Ranck

For most my Christian Life, the emphasis has been more on intangible things. I cut my teeth in a church and went to a Bible College where the emphasis was on “Believing” the right things. We learned to know and … Continue reading →

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