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Me with a delivery from Send a Friend Lasagna

Why you should Send a Friend Lasagna. Today.

Posted on January 24, 2021January 24, 2021 by Matt Todd

I got to try lasagna from Send a Friend Lasagna. This is what our family thought about it.

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Indianapolis
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Statue of George Washington at the Smithsonian Museum of American History

I’m watching the inauguration. I hope you are, too.

Posted on January 19, 2021January 20, 2021 by Matt Todd

I believe the peaceful transfer of power is part of what makes America great. That’s why I watch the inauguration, no matter who wins.

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Christmas gift

Cutting it a little close aren’t we? 6 last-minute gift ideas.

Posted on December 24, 2020December 24, 2020 by Matt Todd

Looking for a last-minute Christmas gift? Have no fear! Here are some easy, stress-free ideas!

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A Charlie Brown Christmas reminds us that Christmas is all about love.

Love, Charlie Brown, and Lucy this Advent season

Posted on December 20, 2020December 20, 2020 by Matt Todd

The Peanuts Gang reminds us what Christmas is all about: love.

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Joy yard sign

Can you choose joy this Advent season?

Posted on December 13, 2020December 13, 2020 by Matt Todd

Joy and happiness are not the same thing. One depends on circumstances. The other comes from a different source.

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Painting of Jesus calming the storm and bringing peace.

Finding peace this Advent season

Posted on December 6, 2020December 13, 2020 by Matt Todd

From the economy to the pandemic to our relationships, storms rage all around us. Jesus brings peace in the middle of life’s storms.

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Aiden shrugging shoulders in front of the IU symbol at Assembly Hall where the Hoosiers play basketball

Looking for gifts for a Hoosiers fan?

Posted on November 30, 2020December 3, 2020 by Matt Todd

Looking for the perfect gift for the Hoosiers fan in your life? Look no more!

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Anchor by the sea

Clinging to hope this Advent season

Posted on November 29, 2020November 29, 2020 by Matt Todd

Life is hard. We are battered by waves of chaos. Let’s cling to hope during Advent and remember how to live as God’s people during this turbulent time.

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Christmas gift ideas

3 Christmas gift ideas for my college-age daughter

Posted on November 27, 2020November 27, 2020 by Matt Todd

These Christmas gift ideas will help empower women around the world.

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Advent

My Advent journey

Posted on November 26, 2020November 28, 2020 by Matt Todd

I’m convinced we need Advent now more than ever. I hope you’ll join me on this journey of hope, love, joy, and peace.

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Books I've read recently

I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening): A Guide to Grace-Filled Political Conversations
really liked it
I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening): A Guide to Grace-Filled Political Conversations
by Sarah Stewart Holland
The Ungrateful Refugee
really liked it
The Ungrateful Refugee
by Dina Nayeri
I Am Malala: The Story of the Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Was Shot by the Taliban
really liked it
I Am Malala: The Story of the Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Was Shot by the Taliban
by Malala Yousafzai
Adorning the Dark: Thoughts on Community, Calling, and the Mystery of Making
it was amazing
Adorning the Dark: Thoughts on Community, Calling, and the Mystery of Making
by Andrew Peterson
Dear Martin
Dear Martin
by Nic Stone

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