Emphasis Preaching Journal
Barry burst into his pastor's...
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Barry burst into his pastor's office, face aglow. He had just left his boss' office where he had been offered an unexpected promotion. After giving more than twenty years to the firm, he was now getting the recognition he deserved.
There was a catch, however. Accepting the promotion would entail a move across the country. Barry's aged father lived in a nursing home close by. As the only child, Barry spent a good deal of time visiting his father. He wondered how in good conscience he could leave.
There was a catch, however. Accepting the promotion would entail a move across the country. Barry's aged father lived in a nursing home close by. As the only child, Barry spent a good deal of time visiting his father. He wondered how in good conscience he could leave.