" A Cup of Joe " is my effort to put into words the spiritual journey that I have been on for the past 10 years . This journey has brought me into a place where I have more peace than ever before , while at the same time experiencing more tension in my life . It has brought me into a place where I've let go of some long held beliefs , become more passionate about some others , and even picked up a few new ones along the way . I feel more "alive " than I ever have ! I've always known that there are different types of love ; for example , I love coconut cream pie ( mom's recipe please ), canoeing , movies , and of course coffee ! But I also love my friends , my family , and most of all my wife , Aileen ! And then there is the God thing . I was raised in a Christian family by two of the best parents ever , but while I believed what I was taught , I don't think I ever " loved God ". I know now why I didn't ; you see , it had never been personal . Ten years ago it became personal . I had an unmistakable encounter with Him and for the first time I truly understood "God love " ! That is , I finally understood how much God loves each one of us !
My hope is that by sharing my journey , some of you may be willing to share yours as well . The journey is not over , the adventure has only begun , let us travel together ! Joe
Next post- the event that changed everything .
Looking forward to seeing how this develops.
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Aileen
God has been truly changing you these last 10 years.
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ReplyDeleteVery well written, Dad and I loved the picture as well. I agree with you about the love thing. I couldn't imagine not having Brent, Kilyan, or the rest of my family or friends as they bring a lot of love into my world. However, everyone at some point or another lets me down - that's our humanness. God provides me an unconditional love and never lets me down. I have a long ways to grow with my best friend in Jesus and I have my ups and downs along my journey. But what a journey it is and can be!!!
Love you Dad and looking forward to reading more on your blog, "Cup of Joe." :-D
Your daughter who also loves you!!
Allison
Looking forward to reading more. I admire your willingness to share.
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Looking forward to reading but also talking to you more about all of this. I love you,Joe! Lori
ReplyDeleteNot sure if you can see that others are reading your blog, Dad. But, I wanted to let you know that there are and they are anxiously waiting for your next "Cup of Joe." :-D
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Allison
I thought I knew a lot about you Joe working with you for so many years. I'm learning a lot more. I also admire you for sharing. It definitely has gotten me to thinking about my life and my relationship with God. Thanks for sharing. Wandalee
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