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No Room at the Motel 6: Reflections One Week Before Christmas Eve
One week before Christmas Eve, I find myself wondering—what if Mary and Joseph were traveling today? Would they be looking for a Motel 6? You know the chain: “We’ll leave the light on for you.” But what if all the lights were on and all the rooms were full? That’s… More⇢
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Finding Grace in Everyday Life: The Laundry Analogy
The Christmas story often overlooks mundane details, like who did the laundry for Mary and Joseph. This reflection highlights the humanity behind their experience. Just as they faced daily life, we continually seek God’s grace for our shortcomings. Each day offers a chance for spiritual renewal through His unconditional love… More⇢
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A Christmas Karaoke Story: Music, Kindness, and Hope
A Night of Kindness and Karaoke: Searching for Satisfaction and Love In a world that feels like it’s running low on kindness, the Christmas season can still surprise us with moments that shine like a star over Bethlehem. This year, downtown San Diego saw one of those moments. At the… More⇢
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Tragedy and Grace on the Streets of San Diego County
The Christmas season is often a time of joy, hope, and celebration, but it is also a poignant reminder of the fragility and brokenness of life. Recent tragic events in San Diego County have cast a somber shadow over the holiday season—a woman found dead on a roadway, and a… More⇢
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Reconnect with God This Christmas
We were out of power for two days in Alpine/Japatul Canyon area where I live. No lights, no heat, no charging our phones—just the deep, humbling quiet of the dark at night. Let me tell you, nothing makes you appreciate the power grid like losing it. But in those two… More⇢
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Be Jesus This Christmas: Compassion for the Hurting
The post emphasizes the importance of recognizing and helping those who are hurting during Christmas. It calls for compassion, supporting ministries, listening, sharing meals, and praying with those in need. By embodying Jesus’ love and kindness, we can bring hope and light to a broken world during the holiday season. More⇢
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The Kindness of Strangers, the Listening Ears of a Friend, and the Heart of Christmas
The Kindness of Strangers, the Listening Ears of a Friend, and the Heart of Christmas Christmas has always been a season of stories—stories of miracles, hope, and unexpected kindness. One story, the one at the heart of this season, involves a weary young couple, an unborn child, and the strangers… More⇢
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Paid in Full: Understanding God’s Grace at Christmas
Thank God for the Paid Invoice As we approach Christmas, it’s easy to get lost in the glitter of decorations, the flurry of gift-giving, and the joy of holiday gatherings. But as I reflect on this season, my heart turns to a profound truth: God doesn’t keep an expense sheet… More⇢
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Be a Pipe, Not a Pan: The Power of Flow in Productivity and Faith
Be a Pipe, Not a Pan: The Power of Flow in Productivity and Faith By Charlie Wear In my father’s years managing the repair of freight cars for the Southern Pacific Railroad in the greater Los Angeles area, he discovered a powerful principle of productivity: Flow. Instead of completing one… More⇢
Meet Minister Charlie Wear
Minister Charlie Wear is a compassionate leader, elder advocate, and creative force dedicated to faith and service. As the head of All-In Ministries, he champions veterans, elders, and marginalized communities. A retired attorney, Charlie blends legal expertise with pastoral care, addressing issues like elder abuse and hospice support. An author and musician, he shares messages of hope through works like Confessions of a Dying Man and his upcoming album Salvation City. Rooted in faith, family, and Native American heritage, Charlie’s mission is to inspire transformation, foster community, and provide care to those in need, embodying Christ’s love in action.
