Author Archives: glenn

You can’t love and not give

Posted on October 26, 2015 by glenn

I now work in the field of philanthropy. An examination of the word reveals a simple definition. The word comes from 2 Greek words, phileo and anthropos. Phileo is brotherly love and is a reason we refer to Philadelphia as … Continue reading →

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Ransom

Posted on October 22, 2015 by glenn

Imagine for a moment that one of your children is missing and you later get word that they are being held hostage. Perish the thought because that would be a nightmare for any parent to just think about. But imagine … Continue reading →

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The Fear Factor

Posted on August 15, 2015 by glenn

“Also they are afraid of height, and of terrors in the way;” This is found in the closing chapter of Ecclesiastes in a section of Scripture describing growing old. Verse 2 addresses the mental state, verses 3 and 4 are … Continue reading →

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Hold Fast the Pattern

Posted on July 26, 2015 by glenn

Hold fast the pattern of sound words which you have heard from me, in faith and love which are in Christ Jesus.       2 Timothy 1:13 When my older son was about 3 years old, our family was visiting an arts … Continue reading →

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Concerns in these Anxious Times

Posted on July 2, 2015 by glenn

Concerns in these Anxious Times Where are we headed? There are things that have happened in our country in the last few years that have caused us all a great deal of anxiety. I have prayed for many years for … Continue reading →

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It’s the little things that count

Posted on June 26, 2015 by glenn

It’s the little things that count…. It was Jesus who said, “I was thirsty and you gave Me drink…” I now work with local charities and in so doing I come in contact with some heartwarming stories. Recently an executive … Continue reading →

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40 and Counting…

Posted on June 21, 2015 by glenn

40 and Counting… No, I’m not 40 years old this year. Passed that a long time ago. But I attended my 40 year class reunion this year. Wow, just saying that sounds unbelievable. Where did the time go? I remember … Continue reading →

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The Trees versus the Bramble

Posted on April 27, 2015 by glenn

Hanging in my office is a framed excerpt from a speech by Theodore Roosevelt. You have probably seen it. It has been called “the Man in the Arena”. Without sharing the entire quote, it simply says the credit belongs to … Continue reading →

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What is in a Name?

Posted on April 21, 2015 by glenn

Is it just me or are there some unusual names today? I spent my first career in education and there were always names I could not begin to pronounce. I often wondered where those names came from. But there are … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas

Posted on December 18, 2014 by glenn

Merry Christmas!! From Glenn Taylor December 2014 This week we celebrate the holiday many hold to be the most holy of all holidays. The nation pretty much goes all out with decorations and choir concerts not to mention the commercial … Continue reading →

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