Tag Archives: Formation

Symbolism, Language Formation, and Verse

Posted on October 20, 2014 by Sean Smith

Symbolism and literary devices make eloquence possible. Without it we would be hunkered down to literal meanings. While we can make a little head way without allusion in keeping writing as something aesthetic that can truly be enjoyed we need … Continue reading →

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Choosing Between

Posted on August 29, 2014 by Sean Smith

My goal for my daughters is for them to be formed in such a way for me to have great respect for their opinions, thoughts, and feelings. I want to respect them enough to seek advice from them and have productive … Continue reading →

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Simple Direct Prayers

Posted on July 12, 2014 by Sean Smith

Lord, teach me to be generous. Teach me to serve you as you deserve; to give and not to count the cost, to fight and not to heed the wounds, to toil and not to seek for rest, to labor … Continue reading →

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Listening and Silence: Respecting Women

Posted on July 6, 2014 by Sean Smith

There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free,nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus. – Galatians 3:28 Women are often shortchanged in conversation do to poor formation in listening. A female pastor and … Continue reading →