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How I Plan To Change The World

Posted on November 8, 2022 by Greg

In case you hadn’t noticed, another bi-annual election is taking place here in the United States today.  If we listen to the “pundits” on both sides, you’d think this election will determine the fate of democracy itself.  For all I… Continue Reading →

Forgiveness, Happiness, Leadership, Love, Sacrifice, Virtue

Have Mercy On Me, God

Posted on February 27, 2020 by Greg

Have mercy on me, God, in accord with your merciful love; in your abundant compassion blot out my transgressions. Thoroughly wash away my guilt; and from my sin cleanse me. For I know my transgressions; my sin is always before… Continue Reading →

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In Praise of My Eldest Son

Posted on November 20, 2019 by Greg

If you know the Bower family well, you know that we are a blessed family. While we have had our share of misfortune, we are keenly aware that God has worked all things for good. God is indeed great—All the… Continue Reading →

Forgiveness, Happiness, Love

In Praise of My Wife

Posted on August 21, 2018 by Greg

Dateline:  February 5, 1992, in Atchison, KS Him:  You want to go out some time? Her:  Um…can I get back to you on that? And so began a relationship that today (August 21), officially celebrates the 25th anniversary of a… Continue Reading →

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Two Principles to Use in Overcoming Obstacles

Posted on July 6, 2017 by Greg

It’s just past the halfway point of 2017.  That means the calendar provides us with a good excuse to assess where we are in our individual journey.  Have things gone as planned?  Have you already reached your goals for the… Continue Reading →

Dreams, Forgiveness, Happiness, Persistence, Sacrifice

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