Family
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A Tell-Tale Sign of Marriage Problems
Since I am a preacher, it will not surprise you that, from time-to-time, couples come to me asking for some help. In my experience, it is usually more “informal,” where we just talk about something in a casual conversation. There are times, though, when a couple wants to meet for “counseling” (I use quotation marks because I am not a formal, licensed counselor). I am always nervous about these meetings, but glad to try to help where I can. Typically, I do a whole lot more listening than talking. It is in this listening that one clear sign of marital problems often emerges. In fact, as I’m writing this, I…
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Golden Rights of Senior Americans
Those of us of“a certain age” remember Art Linkletter. He is best known for his humor. He was really good at getting young children to say funny things. I read a book years ago written by Mr. Linkletter that contained a lot of very serious material regarding senior citizens. While the title sounds a little humorous, much of the material is not. One of the things I’ve kept in my files for years is what he called “Golden Rights of Senior Americans.” I’ve decided to share his thoughts here for your consideration. *** “Golden Rights of Senior Americans” from OLD AGE IS NOT FOR SISSIES by Art Linkletter Irrespective of individual status or achievement, Senior…
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Episode 150: Blessings of the Family Table [Podcast]
https://media.blubrry.com/faughnfamily/content.blubrry.com/faughnfamily/Legacy_Podcast_150.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS (Player not displaying or working? Click here to listen.) So many good things happen when families sit down around their own table and enjoy a meal together. On this week’s podcast, Adam and Leah discuss some of those blessings and encourage you to try eating together at your table this week! Find our podcast on… Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Stitcher TuneIn Radio RSS
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I’m Still Standin’
Folks, let’s face it … it has been a year! Our entire world has dealt with a pandemic virus that has changed our way of life, potentially forever in some ways. I’ve heard more than one person comment that when they were watching a television show, they wondered why the characters weren’t wearing masks! I think some of the technology that became “necessary” for things to function over this last year might be here to stay. On top of that, some have faced challenges in their jobs due to the virus, if they were fortunate enough to be able to keep working. Still others have been challenged due to preexisting…
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“Fear Always Works”
That line, from near the end of the movie Zootopia, comes to my mind often. When people talk about being fearful or scared of certain things, that line–and a Bible verse I’ll mention in a moment–jump to my mind and cause me to do some thinking. Here are some examples: Fear can work in keeping parents from parenting. They fear that, if they discipline their children (especially in ways that are hard or that the world says are harsh), their children might hate them or not “be friends” with them. Never mind that God has laid our standards for parents that includes harder punishment. We live in fear and, so,…
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Broken Things
While dusting a decorative plate the other day I was reminded of something that took place several years ago. We crossed paths with a family in a most unusual way. There were six of them – a father and mother and their two children, and an aunt and uncle to the children. They were traveling west on their way home from a vacation and the uncle of this family had hurt his back so they were at one of our local hospitals. It was determined that he needed to be admitted for treatment and possible surgery. As the case often is when traveling home, they didn’t have enough money for the…
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What Can I Do To Improve Communication
I read recently that, since the 1970’s, over two thousand lives have been lost in airplane crashes due to poor communication. At times, the breakdown occurred between pilots and people in the towers. At other times, the problem was poor communication between members of the crew on the airplane. There were also problems of communication between and among two or more airplanes. Other barriers, mistakes, and weaknesses could have – and did – contribute to these tragedies. As I read that information, I thought about other tragedies caused by either a lack of communication, poor communication, or both. I thought of families that have been torn apart, churches that have split, friendships that have been…
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Episode 149: There’s No Shame in Getting Marital Help [Podcast]
https://media.blubrry.com/faughnfamily/content.blubrry.com/faughnfamily/Legacy_Podcast_149.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS (Player not displaying or working? Click here to listen.) For many couples–especially Christian couples–admitting the need for help is a cause for shame. In this week’s podcast, Adam and Leah share why a couple should be willing to admit the need for help, whether that help is formal or informal, and some tips for getting the help they need. Resources ReConnect (information and registration page) ReConnect (article about this event for preachers and their wives) Find our podcast on… Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Stitcher TuneIn Radio RSS
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Legacy Recipe: Momma’s Chicken Casserole
Only one day between trips finds me short on time to write a post. Since it’s been a while since I shared a recipe, I thought it would be helpful if I did – both to me and to you. This recipe was one of my mother’s recipes. It’s easy to make and comes in handy for a quick meal. You can make it early in the morning and just pull it out of the refrigerator and pop it into the oven for dinner. Add a salad and dinner rolls and you have a great meal for your family. Enjoy!! Ingredients: 2 cups chopped chicken (rotisserie chicken works great) 2 cups chopped celery ½…
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Feeling Overwhelmed?
One of the things I was not expecting as we start to emerge from coronavirus was the feeling of going from a calendar that was quite empty to a calendar that looks like a child with a box of crayons was playing with it. Not only are there so many things going on, but all those things have to be thought through in a different way to make sure they are done safely and efficiently. It’s all a bit overwhelming to think through it all and schedule the time to prepare for everything, especially when things seemed so much slower (although, really, they weren’t–they were just different) not all that…
