Yesterday I celebrated Presidents' Day by preparing my tax return for the IRS. Without going into too much detail about my finances, the following formula seems an accurate description of taxes. After reading it you might be able to guess how I feel about our current tax code and the taxes you and I pay … Continue reading Render to Caesar and to God
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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
Giving Back
One of my favorite shows on CBS is 'Undercover Boss' I wrote about it here: Competing network ABC answered the challenge and two weeks ago aired the first episode of 'Secret Millionaire.' The idea of this show is that a millionaire lives undercover one week in a depressed city or region of the country. While … Continue reading Giving Back
Four Gifts That Keep on Giving
Trey Morgan lists gifts for wives and then a separate list of gifts for husbands. Both lists are worth reading and giving. I thought I would add to his lists four unisex gift ideas for all the people in your life. Respect: This to me is the thrust of Jesus' statement in what we call the golden … Continue reading Four Gifts That Keep on Giving
Giving our Best
How good is good enough? You know why I ask such a question. Many people in and outside of Christianity compare themselves with others using the "I'm as nice, moral, good, etc. as the next person" statement. Again, how good is good enough? Is 80% good, good enough? Is 90% good, good enough? What about … Continue reading Giving our Best
Taxing Thoughts
A few years ago, I came across a simplified tax form that was similar to the following:1. What did you make this year ____________________________2. Enter amount on line 1. ____________________________3. Enter amount on line 2, this is the tax you owe _________________This is how many of us feel each year. But I have said what … Continue reading Taxing Thoughts
Driving Thought 