Monthly Archives: June 2014

Musings of a 40-year-old first time father

Posted on June 30, 2014 by jeremygarrettawaken

My wife and I are (God-willing) getting close to the day when we will become parents for the first time. Tomorrow begins month 17 of our process of international adoption. 17 months gives you a lot of time to think. … Continue reading →

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Encouraging words to our teenagers

Posted on June 23, 2014 by jeremygarrettawaken

I know that graduation has come and gone for another year, but now seems like a good time to share this. As principal, I get to address the 8th grade class each year at their promotion (graduation) ceremony. I share … Continue reading →

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Christian Dualism

Posted on June 16, 2014 by jeremygarrettawaken

I don’t really know if the title of this blog is an actual phrase or not, but I think you will understand what I mean. You see, I think many Christians (myself included) live their lives in a sort of … Continue reading →

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Little by Little

Posted on June 9, 2014 by jeremygarrettawaken

I don’t know if you are like me, but I want the “good” things in my life to come quickly and on my time schedule. I always think that I am ready and prepared–right now–to handle every “good” thing that … Continue reading →

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Lessons from Bert

Posted on June 2, 2014 by jeremygarrettawaken

Two weeks ago, I talked about the importance of being in some sort of small group where you can really share your life as a Christian with others. Some of you may be wondering why that is really necessary. Well, … Continue reading →

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