Category Archives: HOPE

A Bible Verse I Do Not Like

Posted on January 5, 2012 by John Dobbs

For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope. ~Jeremiah 29:11 It suppose it is unacceptable unexpected for a preacher not to like … Continue reading →

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Candles, Poems, and Prayers

Posted on December 12, 2011 by John Dobbs

For anyone who does not know, The Compassionate Friends is an international organization that exists to serve bereaved parents, grandparents and siblings. Each year on the second Sunday night at 7:00 p.m. they have a worldwide candle lighting. It begins … Continue reading →

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Some Writings on Grief

Posted on November 15, 2011 by John Dobbs

There are probably thousands of posts, poems, writings, and articles on the internet concerning grief. Here are a few that I thought were especially helpful and encouraging. Some I simply resonated with, some brought a new thought or idea to … Continue reading →

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