The following list claims to be actual maintenance complaints submitted by US Air Force pilots and the replies from the maintenance crew. I shared this list with someone who worked in Air Force maintenance at Eglin AFB. His comment was that he had seen and made similar replies in his years in maintenance. Problem: "Left … Continue reading What Evidence?!?
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The Issue Answered
This morning the radio personalities shared a report of the death of a paparazzi who was pursuing a certain celebrity. Sixteen years ago paparazzi shared some blame when their chase for the million dollar picture resulted in the death of an international celebrity. Students are finishing school without the necessary tools (education) to compete in … Continue reading The Issue Answered
******s Anonymous
When I was a much younger minister, a young person I attempted to help spiritually, had a battle with an addiction. This young adult tried to fight their addiction, but ended up needing help, beyond what I or the church leaders could provide. With their parent's guidance and the help of local counselors they checked … Continue reading ******s Anonymous
What Weighs You Down?
I am not a runner, I have friends who are. I used to run up and down a basketball court and for a while I ran bleachers to keep in shape. Now a local orthopedic doctor tells me that that is no longer a good idea. I am supposed to keep to walking and build … Continue reading What Weighs You Down?
I am a Christian
A friend of mine, Trey Morgan, posted the following statement on Facebook yesterday morning. I agree with this statement 100%. This statement stayed with me through the day yesterday and all morning. I find the fact that such a simple statement can be so profound. Here is what Trey posted: "I'm not a Christian, nor … Continue reading I am a Christian
Tempted?!?
Temptation is a fact of life! There, I said it. The statement is true. We each face opportunities to do what is wrong, and many times we have the desire to see it through. Temptation! Even things that are for good purposes can become a snare toward evil. For instance, the desires that God placed … Continue reading Tempted?!?
Why Some Leave the Church.
One of my earliest blog posts was on this topic. This is not a repeat of that post, but you can read the early post here. Today's post is simply a list of why some are Falling Away from Christ and the Church. Hearts not kept pure - Prov 4:23, "Keep your heart with all … Continue reading Why Some Leave the Church.
Are You Covered in Debt?
That is what the radio commercials ask every day. Do you have over $10,000 dollars in credit card debt, then call ____________. The President signed a bill provided relief to big businesses, where is your relief? We can help you get out of debt so you can live the life you deserve.Like most of you … Continue reading Are You Covered in Debt?
A Lesson Learned
More years ago than I care to remember, I was in my first internship as a minister, during the summer of 1986 between my Freshman and Sophomore years at Faulkner. I was working with a church in Calhoun, GA and was gaining great experience. I made some good friends that summer I was only 19 … Continue reading A Lesson Learned
Removing the Evidence
According to an often forwarded email; here are some actual maintenance complaints submitted by US Air Force pilots and the replies from the maintenance crews. Having lived in and worked in an Air Force town and known both pilots and mechanics, I would not be surprised if these statements are true. Problem: "Left inside main … Continue reading Removing the Evidence
Driving Thought 