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I should have been better prepared . . .

. . . for the busyness and added workload I am experiencing with this first year of new classes. No excuse for not writing sooner or more often – I will work to do better. There is so much happening and I want to share it all so I will finish this post and getContinue reading “I should have been better prepared . . .”

Admitting fault is not a sin . . .

. . . but it does require a real purpose to have value. As a teacher, if I misspeak or make an error in calculation, there is a clear purpose in admitting my errors to my students to ensure my students are not misguided or confused by my faults. If I correct my errors toContinue reading “Admitting fault is not a sin . . .”

Music is . . .

. . . an incredible gift from God that can speak to our hearts. Although I have always enjoyed music, I am learning how to better appreciate its power to remind us of truth and point us to our Creator. Certainly there are some forms of music and some specific lyrics that are not veryContinue reading “Music is . . .”

It’s been a few weeks . . .

. . . since I last posted on this site. It is not because I didn’t have much to say. On the contrary, I am continually experiencing new activities and thoughts about my time here and how God would best use me. I believe everyone on this site is also receiving my newsletters, so youContinue reading “It’s been a few weeks . . .”

Humility is not . . .

. . . a characteristic we develop or an ability we achieve. We become more aware of it with time, but not because we are necessarily better at it. Let me explain. I have recently experienced a humbling moment (unfortunately, it only comes in moments). It was a recognition of the love and sacrifice ofContinue reading “Humility is not . . .”

I will never grow tired . . .

. . . of the cheerful and personal greetings by the students in the halls, between school buildings, and even on the sidewalks when I walk home! Certainly that may happen by familiar students from the classes I teach, but this is also from kids I have never met or been introduced to. What shouldContinue reading “I will never grow tired . . .”

2nd Semester Begins in Two Days . . .

. . . and I am finalizing my lesson plans. I already had the pleasure of meeting with some of my students and I am so encouraged by their attitude and willingness to learn. Just running into other students in the halls, I was surprised at their freedom to talk with me and share aContinue reading “2nd Semester Begins in Two Days . . .”

Here in Germany . . .

. . . and I am grateful for all the prayers and support in preparing to leave and finally making it to Black Forest Academy. I am still a little tired, but I can clearly see the immediate needs here. I am taking over a class where the teacher had to leave back in October,Continue reading “Here in Germany . . .”

Almost gone . . .

Yesterday was 5 months since my dear Carri went home to our Father in heaven. I thought it would be appropriate to share a memory before I leave for Germany in 6 days. I am joyful about this new opportunity to serve our Lord Jesus at a Christian Missionary high school overseas, but I knowContinue reading “Almost gone . . .”

Preparations Continue

It is now 24 days and counting before I depart for Germany. I have completed all training, but I am still busy preparing for the academic responsibilities I will have shortly after I arrive. The support and encouragement from family and friends is great and I know I will miss then once I am outContinue reading “Preparations Continue”