James simple says, " . . . Pray for one another . . ." (Jas 5:16). Paul says, "Praying always" and "Pray without ceasing" (Eph 6:18; 1 Ths 5:17). We receive encouragement from scriptures to intercede on behalf of others. This past week many have asked me to pray for them and with them, not … Continue reading Will You Join Me in Prayer
Author: Scott McCown
Government and Christians
A quote many attribute to Ronald Reagan states that the eight most frightening words in the English language are, "I'm from the government and I am here to help.". With the Iowa Republican primaries just two weeks away, those of us in the Untied States are turning attention to who our next President will be. … Continue reading Government and Christians
The Life Stage of an Idea
On this day in 1917 Arthur C. Clarke entered the world like all of mankind as a new born baby. If he were still living Sir Clarke would be celebrating his 94 birthday. You may know Clarke for his novel, 2001: A Space Odyssey. You may also know he was an early theorist on the … Continue reading The Life Stage of an Idea
Good Christians
This week I saw a list of 23 rules of writing posted on Facebook recently. The list, attributed to Frank L. Visco, had the following title: How To Write Good. Here are my ten favorites of this list of 23: Avoid Alliteration. Always. Prepositions are not words to end sentences with. Eschew ampersands & abbreviations, … Continue reading Good Christians
What Fun it is to Ride
Do you remember your first bicycle? Mine was red and really fast, once Dad trusted me enough to let go of the back of the banana seat. That day I spent learning to ride seemed so long, but once I had riding that bike figured out, a world of freedom opened to me. I could … Continue reading What Fun it is to Ride
Simply Having a Wonderful Time
Tonight, I get to be part of something special. For the second year in a row, I get to help give away gifts in the Jasper Christmas Parade. Some friends of mine have a float in this parade (Actually they are deacons at Parrish Church of Christ where we worship and work) and they are … Continue reading Simply Having a Wonderful Time
Which Type of Church
This week I spent time reading and commenting on a couple of blogs about churches. One discussed denominational titles and one discussed who or what churches should we consider to be evangelical. I am not sure any of that really matters if we are not following God's word in how we claim to obey e … Continue reading Which Type of Church
A- Hymns (ahem)
People's Favorite Hymns, by job title. 1. Dentist: Crown Him with Many Crowns 2. Meteorologist: When the Storm Passes Over 3. Contractor: The Church's One Foundation 4. Tailor: Holy, Holy, Holy 5. Politician: Standing on the Promises 6. IRS (Tax Collector): I Surrender All 7. Realtor: I've Got a Mansion, Just Over the Hill Top … Continue reading A- Hymns (ahem)
Top Ten Passages on God’s Grace
Here is a list of what I think are the Top Ten passages about grace. 1. And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth. (John bore witness about him, and cried out, “This was … Continue reading Top Ten Passages on God’s Grace
The Last Line
The proverb says, "he who laughs last, laughs best." Actor and comedian, Del Close must have believed those lines. According to the BRI (Bathroom Reader Institute), a source of much trivial knowledge, Mr. Close played the role of Polonius in productions of Hamlet. Polonius is the father of Ophelia and the chief counselor of the King. His … Continue reading The Last Line
