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Breaking with Complaining

March 21, 2012 Joey Cope 0

When did I fall in love with complaining? It makes me miserable. It makes those around me miserable. It makes me see huge problems that aren’t big at all. It makes me miss good things that are truly huge. Complaining makes me small. Today, I choose not to complain. I [read more]

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Spring Clean

March 14, 2012 Joey Cope 2

Just as Mother Nature uses the spring season to renew and reset, we all need a season to lose the clutter in our lives. My office at work and my closet at home are physical reminders of this personal need. But it’s the clutter of the heart that truly pulls [read more]

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The Last Word

February 26, 2012 Joey Cope 0

Ever take a close look at those recipes? You know, the ones that friends scribble out on a 3×5 card when you tell them you want their recipe? Me either — at least not regularly. But I caught a glimpse of one this morning. My eye was drawn to the [read more]

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God’s Progress

February 17, 2012 Joey Cope 0

When we turn everything over to Him and it still seems we’re losing ground, it’s time to fully trust. Even when we can’t see it, God is claiming new territory every day. Soon enough, we’ll be able to view the entire estate.

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When starting over seems impossible

February 3, 2012 Joey Cope 2

Occasionally, I find the need to start over. More accurately, I have to start over almost every day. Things I wanted to change yesterday slipped a bit. And I feel like I’m back at yesterday again. Starting over. And feeling a little frustrated with that. As I walk through life, [read more]