There are four men I want to tell you about who, in my opinion, attained celebrity status. These four men had an impact on my life from my earliest memories. The first man let me know he appreciated me. He told me every time I saw him that he liked me just the way I was. He spent time … Continue reading Your Role Models
Author: Scott McCown
Learning from Judges
The Judges: Israel’s History and Our Present The Story of the Judges in the Book of the Bile by the same name, we read the story of 16 leaders (judges) who God selected when needed and they served until they completed their godly task. Scholars recognize three types of Judges: 1) Warrior Judges like Gideon … Continue reading Learning from Judges
What Do You Want from Me?
Have you ever asked - or thought - that question? Has someone asked you that question? Maybe it was in a situation where your wife, or husband, had expectations that you simply missed. You ask, "What do you want me to do (say)?" It is possible that such a question arises out of frustration, but … Continue reading What Do You Want from Me?
F is for Fantastic!
When I was in grade school, my friends and I considered ourselves creative. We "came-up" with the following grade scale in an effort to confuse our parents. We decided as a group to tell our parents that the school had changed the grading system. Now the letters on our papers and report cards represented the … Continue reading F is for Fantastic!
Christianity in 3D
Share in suffering as a good soldier of Christ Jesus. No soldier gets entangled in civilian pursuits, since his aim is to please the one who enlisted him. An athlete is not crowned unless he competes according to the rules. It is the hard-working farmer who ought to have the first share of the crops. … Continue reading Christianity in 3D
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Home Again!
The last two weeks were a wonderful experience for me and my son Andrew. We participated in a mission trip and youth camp in Ecuador. The people and the scenery were both beautiful and the experience is beneficial in so many ways. First, We were thrilled to meet brothers and sisters in Christ from all … Continue reading Home Again!
A Good Work
Recently, Brother Joe Spivy a minister and mentor near where I live shared a folder of article he wrote while undergoing medical treatments. He said I was free to use them. I thought this one was wonderful and it shows Joe’s servant heart and love for God. A Good Work by Joe Spivy John 12:3 … Continue reading A Good Work
What Will They Say About You?
Today I am participating in the funeral of a dear Christian lady. She was one of the first people to greet us when we first visited the Church in Parrish. Every time I am a part of a funeral or even simply attend a funeral I have mixed emotions. As mortal beings, we do not … Continue reading What Will They Say About You?
Free Indeed!
The British controlled the Colonies and became more forceful as Colonists expressed desire for independence. Soon the British Parliament would enact Coercive Acts designed to turn the colonists back to Britain. Among these were 1) The Impartial Administration of Justice Act which allowed Colonial Royal Governors to move trials to different Colonies or to England … Continue reading Free Indeed!
Driving Thought 