Author Archives: Jason

God’s Own Heart: Token

Posted on September 11, 2015 by Jason

So David prevailed over the Philistine with a sling and with a stone, and struck the Philistine and killed him. There was no sword in the hand of David. Then David ran and stood over the Philistine and took his … Continue reading →

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God’s Own Heart: Anointed

Posted on September 7, 2015 by Jason

Saul’s disobedience prompts YHWH to reject him as Israel’s king. Despite the fact that he “looks the part,” Saul’s ineptitude as Israel’s spiritual, political, and military leader is demonstrated through a series of tactical blunders and moral failures. Tasked with … Continue reading →

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God’s Own Heart: Jesse

Posted on September 2, 2015 by Jason

I’ve been studying the life of David lately and I’ve decided to do a series about him entitled, “God’s Own Heart.” For the past few years, I’ve been struck by something as I read the Bible: I have a hard … Continue reading →

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Praying for Harrison

Posted on August 17, 2015 by Jason

This young man is named Harrison. A few days ago, he was involved in an ATV accident. He suffered severe brain trauma and was life flighted to a hospital in Pennsylvania. He’s currently fighting for his life. I’ve never met … Continue reading →

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Yeah, She’s a Model…

Posted on July 29, 2015 by Jason

  

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Things I Want to Remember, Vol. 29: Andrew McCutchen and Maroon 5

Posted on July 9, 2015 by Jason

Proud parenting moment: I’m watching the Cardinals / Pirates game tonight and my 11-year old daughter walks into the room and immediately says, “Isn’t that Andrew McCutchen?” Why, yes. Yes it is, sweetie. Keep in mind that in years gone … Continue reading →

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A Season of Birthdays

Posted on July 6, 2015 by Jason

June and July is a busy season for the Bybee family. From late May to early July, we go through a six-week birthday season in which we celebrate the birthday of Sunny, Jackson, Abby Kate, and Joshua. I wrote a … Continue reading →

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A Jealous God

Posted on June 23, 2015 by Jason

For the LORD your God is a consuming fire, a jealous God. — Deuteronomy 4:24 I’m continually drawn back to the Scriptures for many reasons. Chief among them is this: the God I find here routinely defies my expectations. Jealousy … Continue reading →

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MLB Franchise Four: Tampa Rays and Toronto Blue Jays

Posted on June 7, 2015 by Jason

Another entry in my ongoing series on the MLB Franchise Four initiative. I’ll finish off the AL East with a look at the Rays and Jays. Tampa Bay Rays Franchise Four As one of the most recent additions in the … Continue reading →

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My Girlfriend

Posted on June 2, 2015 by Jason

Twenty years ago TODAY, I asked this girl to be my “girlfriend.” Thankfully, she said, “Yes.” Here’s to 20 more, Sunny! Love you!

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