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"Happiness is not a function of what we have…"

Posted on September 14, 2009 by Jim Cota

While reading an article in the Saturday Evening Post written by Russell Wild, I came across the following: “Happiness is not a function of what we have, but rather a function of what we appreciate. Studies show that people who … Continue reading →

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"Living in Heaven will be fun…"

Posted on May 11, 2009 by Jim Cota

The kids took the news of Granddad’s death pretty well. We had prepared them, somewhat, for what was to come and, truthfully, their ability to cope with news and events of this sort dwarfs mine. So it was really no … Continue reading →

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"It is finished."

Posted on March 21, 2008 by Jim Cota

“It is finished.”And bowing his head, he handed over the spirit. On this Good Friday morning, I’m struck by the simplicity of this moment and the tension created by what followed. Jesus uttered, “It is finished” and then gave His … Continue reading →

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The Fiery Sermon

Posted on February 23, 2007 by Jim Cota

[Ed. note: My sister Diane sent this to me recently and I thought it was a great illustration of the role we can all play in building better communities, faith-based or otherwise. /Jim] A member of a certain church, who … Continue reading →

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A White Envelope Christmas

Posted on December 13, 2006 by Jim Cota

[Note: I received this e-mail from a friend today and, like so many others, it's impossible to apply attribution. In this case, however, it doesn't matter. This is what I want for Christmas… It’s just a small white envelope stuck … Continue reading →

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