I first wrote and published the following poem in 2011. I am reblogging this poem because I am hearing this phrase more and more. OMG! © Scott McCown March 7, 2011 "Oh my God," the psalmist declares, Composing praise to Thee. "O my God," the texter shares, Abbreviated OMG. "Oh my God," the lyricist penned, "I … Continue reading OMG! Again
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A New Day with God
A New Day with God B. Scott McCown (Oct 13, 2015) Today is a new day, A new beginning with You. Help me to deny myself, Keeping Your work in view. Today is a new day, A clean slate and white page: Help me to live this day, Displaying You from my life’s stage. … Continue reading A New Day with God
Characteristics of a Can-Do Faith
This weekend Amy and I had the opportunity to do some things we have not done in a while. After she finished teaching and getting everything together from School and after I finished up in the study, we left for my parents' house in Florida. On Saturday we experienced a first for us - a 7 to … Continue reading Characteristics of a Can-Do Faith
Every Where You Go
Yesterday on the way home from a funeral of a wonderful Christian mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, servant, and friend, I passed by a marquee sign near a church of some variety. The message said, "As a Christians we are the influence of Christ in the world." My first thought was, "Amen!" My next thought was … Continue reading Every Where You Go
What Ever Happened . . .
Gun violence Marital infidelity Divorce Pre-marital sexuality Homosexual relationships Gambling Assaults on law officers Police brutality Government waste Looting, rioting Theft Domestic violence Child abuse Elderly abuse Alcohol and drug addiction These are the stories and headlines I read, heard, or saw this week (and it is only Tuesday). This is enough to depress even … Continue reading What Ever Happened . . .
Forgetting God
And all that generation also were gathered to their fathers. And there arose another generation after them who did not know the LORD or the work that he had done for Israel. (Judges 2:10) From the days of your fathers you have turned aside from my statutes and have not kept them. Return to me, … Continue reading Forgetting God
Aliens Among Us
Every once in a while a thought crosses my mind that helps me see the world in a more accurate way. Let me back up . . . I like Sci-Fi from the original Star Trek series to the spin off series and movies, Star Wars (am looking forward to the new release), I like … Continue reading Aliens Among Us
What do They See?
A few years ago a small project took place. Churches asked community members and professional researchers to come observe their assemblies and fill out a survey and evaluation form while posing as normal guests. Here is some of what they reported: Most members know only a small percentage of other members. This congregation seems to be mostly … Continue reading What do They See?
Ten Verses to Read
All of God's Word has value. Through His revealed Word God gives us what we need to know pertaining to life and godliness in living faithful to Him through His Son. With that understanding, clearly stated, I want to share with you ten verses I think are important for you to read and understand. These … Continue reading Ten Verses to Read
Who Do You Want to Be
In 2006, as I was completing a Masters' Degree in Ministry, our instructor (Paul Tarrence) assigned us at simple project; to reflect on the Man we Desired to be. I wrote this list then and keep in under the glass on the desk in my study. I use it to reflect on how I am becoming … Continue reading Who Do You Want to Be
Driving Thought 