Tag: faith
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Finding My Way Back to the Kingsport Spirit
Lately, I’ve focused too much on data, metrics, and measures. When I started this blog, I intended it to be about my unique take on the Kingsport Spirit with stories of faith, family, people, places, & the history of my hometown. In order to understand that statement, you have to understand what “Kingsport Spirit” means.…
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A Holy Land Close to Home
Through an unexpected turn of events, my son and daughter-in-law were given a rare opportunity to visit the Holy Land—one that was simply too good to pass up. Many people don’t realize that my son’s foundational degree is in Religion from Carson-Newman University, where he also served as a captain of the football team. His…
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Stewardship and Grace
This week, our Life Group lesson at church focused on stewardship. As we explored Biblical examples, we were invited to share experiences from our own lives. My mind immediately returned to my years in public service—to the intense budget seasons, the hard choices, and the weight of knowing every decision would affect real people. Stewardship…
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