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About Tom Bolton

I'm a Husband and Dad, a former Enterprise Systems Manager at the City of Milwaukee, and a Disciple and Lay Servant at First United Methodist of West Allis. As I study the Bible, sometimes I feel moved to work through my understanding by writing poetry. I also am continuing to learn in my dialysis experience and pursuit of a kidney transplant. Sometimes I just feel like writing about something that grabs my attention too.

Posted on February 13, 2013 by Tom Bolton

Originally posted on ERICKA MICHELLE CREATIVE:
“During the season of Lent which begins today, we renew our commitment to the path of conversion, making more room for God in our lives.” -Pope Benedict XVI I found this quote and couldn’t…

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Posted on February 13, 2013 by Tom Bolton

I enjoyed the phrasing in this blog, and I just want to share it. Crazy in love!

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Habits Good and Bad

Posted on February 12, 2013 by Tom Bolton

Exodus 16:15-19 New Revised Standard Version (NRSV) When the Israelites saw it, they said to one another, “What is it?” For they did not know what it was. Moses said to them, “It is the bread that the Lord has … Continue reading →

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Teamwork and 1 Chronicles

Posted on February 10, 2013 by Tom Bolton

Teamwork and 1 Chronicles A good leader has faith, applies that faith as the Lord guides, has followers that buy into a plan, and surrounds themselves with good team members. David had proven that he was a great leader as … Continue reading →

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Righteous

Posted on February 9, 2013 by Tom Bolton

Last Words Hallelujiah! Glory Hallelujiah! This is so great today–today I see it. The righteous man, that old sinner who started listening to God, Now he is blessed! He is blessed in beautiful ways. It is God who blessed him, … Continue reading →

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Transfigured

Posted on February 8, 2013 by Tom Bolton

Reflecting on Matt 7: 1-13 and Luke 9: 28-36 Passing Through the Cloud I too hiked up that mountain, following the master, and I stayed just outside of that thick cloud for too long. I listened and I was assured. The … Continue reading →

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Posted on February 6, 2013 by Tom Bolton

sharing some more thoughts on fasting.

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