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42 YEARS OF MARRIAGE

Posted on July 16, 2019 by bjrutledge

WOW – It’s hard to believe I’ve been married to this beauty for 42 years. This photo was taken when we were first dating; I’m shocked she went out with me again after seeing the oversized bow tie! Janet and … Continue reading →

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1st Morning In Wise County – Jan. 27, 2004

Posted on January 27, 2019 by bjrutledge

15 years ago this morning I woke up to spend my first morning in Wise County as the Lead Pastor of Grace Fellowship. I was so excited about being a part of this new church! I believed and asked God … Continue reading →

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42 Years of Valentines

Posted on February 14, 2018 by bjrutledge

Janet & I celebrated our 40th anniversary this past year and we’ve shared 42 years of Valentines Days together. During an anniversary dinner this past year, we talked to our waiter (who was in his late 20’s or early 30’s) … Continue reading →

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40 Years Of Marriage

Posted on July 18, 2017 by bjrutledge

Janet & I just celebrated our 40th anniversary on July 16. At dinner, we talked to our waiter (who was probably in his late 20’s or early 30’s) and when he found it was our 40th, he had a amazed … Continue reading →

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10 Things That Can Grow A Stronger Marriage – Redux

Posted on July 16, 2016 by bjrutledge

Last night, Janet & I went to Brio with Chuck & Lissa Russell for an early anniversary dinner. Our 39th anniversary is today (July 16). When our waiter found out we were celebrating our 39th anniversary, he had a … Continue reading →

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13th Birthday

Posted on June 8, 2016 by bjrutledge

Arrived early this morning at Grace Fellowship and had some time to reflect & pray. Saw this sight and remembered the extraordinary amount of energy and laughter I heard on the GFC Campus last night on day 2 of PZ … Continue reading →

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