Tag Archives: Story

The Stories We Tell Ourselves

Posted on June 26, 2017 by mimilarson

It was the same story again.  I have heard it many times before, but I must admit, I never tire of it. Yesterday, our pastor, once again, told the story of how, in the 1920’s, our church began on the … Continue reading →

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The Transformative Power of Story

Posted on June 12, 2017 by mimilarson

I recently returned a book to the library and felt as if I was saying farewell to a dear old friend.  Before dropping the book in the return slot, I held it for a moment, not wanting to let it … Continue reading →

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Saturday Mornings, Nazis, and a Talking Donkey

Posted on May 17, 2017 by mimilarson

Tell me another story when you were little…. When I was a little girl, on Saturday mornings, I would crawl into my mother’s bed and ask her to tell me a story about when she was a little girl.  Nestled in … Continue reading →

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Why We Tell Stories

Posted on May 9, 2017 by mimilarson

It’s one of those times in life… My soul needs to know that God profoundly loves me. I must be reminded that He cares for me and the trouble I find myself in. I want to hear that He will … Continue reading →

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Sharing the Easter Story with Young Children

Posted on April 13, 2017 by mimilarson

Recently, someone asked how to tell a young child the Easter story. The person was concerned how to talk about death and resurrection in a way that a young child will understand. I thought I might share with you how I … Continue reading →

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