Christian living, Inspirational

A Reason to Celebrate

By Del Duduit Do you need a reason to celebrate the 4th of July? After all, if you have watched the news lately, you would think the USA is headed down the tubes. Some media outlets would have you believe all hope is lost. There are reports of babies "being ripped" from their parent's arms… Continue reading A Reason to Celebrate

Christian living, Inspirational

O Say Can You See

By Del Duduit Next week, we will celebrate July 4th—the 242nd anniversary of our independence as a nation. My church at Rubyville Community in rural Southern Ohio does it up right. We have fireworks along with a patriotic service. Our church normally runs about 400 people on an average Wednesday night. But next week, there… Continue reading O Say Can You See

Christian living, Inspirational

Just like that–I’m a Grandpa!

By Del Duduit Poof - just like that I’m a grandparent. Little Miss Sophie has come into my and Angie’s lives at the perfect time and the perfect way – already potty trained. She is the precious four-year-old daughter of our new daughter-in-law Danielle, who married our oldest son Gabe on Memorial Day weekend. Sophie… Continue reading Just like that–I’m a Grandpa!

Christian living, Inspirational

New York Style Pizza, A Wedding and Two Kidney Stones

By Del Duduit I don’t know how I shoved life into the 31 days of May. The past month was a blur. It held all kinds of events, emotions, and circumstances, and it wore me out. But all is good. Let’s recap: The first weekend in May, Angie and I went to Michigan. She attended… Continue reading New York Style Pizza, A Wedding and Two Kidney Stones

Christian living, Inspirational

Did God See That Coming?

By Del Duduit Over the past 18 months of blogging, I have tried to post some inspirational stories about everyday people who face problems head-on with the help of the God. I recall the one about Braxton, who the Lord brought back to life after the little boy drowned in the family pool. I also… Continue reading Did God See That Coming?

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Godspeed this weekend!

By Del Duduit I’m thrilled to have plans to attend the 102nd running of the Indianapolis 500 this weekend. Although I don’t follow racing as much as other sports, this event is one of the most exciting you will ever attend. The pageantry leading up to the race combined with nearly one million people makes… Continue reading Godspeed this weekend!

Christian living, Inspirational

This Was No Coincidence

By Del Duduit You never know what impact your generosity or interest will have on a person’s life. That is why you must, in all circumstances, do your best to leave a positive influence on people you meet. You may encounter someone once in your life, or have an opportunity to develop a relationship with… Continue reading This Was No Coincidence

Christian living, Inspirational

Be Careful Little Eyes

By Del Duduit Social media is supposed to be a good thing—right? After all, people share their recent meals or haircuts—or yes, even pictures of their favorite pets. Who doesn’t enjoy a gazillion photos of Whiskers or Rosco? I can post a meaningful blog about a life-changing experience, and it might render 11 likes. But… Continue reading Be Careful Little Eyes

Christian living, Inspirational

God can Change Your “Tude”

By Del Duduit SAN ANTONIO -- The “tude” can make the difference. Adrian Branch is perhaps the most positive person I’ve ever been around. He oozes excitement, and his attitude is contagious. But he wasn’t always this way. I sat in on the Athletes in Action Coach’s Forum recently at the Final Four Weekend in… Continue reading God can Change Your “Tude”