Only one thing. If you were told you had to vacate your house and other than the clothes you wear you can only take one thing, what would that one thing be? I have thought long and hard about that question. The noble part of me wants to answer a Bible. The nostalgic side of … Continue reading One Thing
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A Political Struggle
About this time every four years, I begin to wish that November would come and go so I can turn on the news and not hear about politics and who is running for what office. Then December comes and I begin hearing about "mid-term elections" and which party will or needs to take control to … Continue reading A Political Struggle
Remember
One my commute this morning I received a reminder. A guest or a caller on the radio said something that made me reflect on my relationship with God. This man challenged me (well not just me - all who were listening) to start the day with God. He recommended getting up before the sun and … Continue reading Remember
The Traveler’s Gift
This is a review written by my son. After reading his review I decided to read this book. I am a chapter in and looking forward to completing the book. -Scott The Traveler’s Gift Review Andrews, Andy. The Traveler’s Gift: Seven Decisions That Determine Personal Success. Nashville: T. Nelson, 2002. Print. Review by Andrew McCown. Andy … Continue reading The Traveler’s Gift
When Wrong Makes Right
In today's political environment; in this day of violence and unrest; in this time of economic struggle for nations, states, counties, cities, and towns; in times like this I begin to think about how I can help. What can I do? What can we do as individuals and as groups to bring relief to the … Continue reading When Wrong Makes Right
Lottery? Wanna Bet?
Lottery – Wanna Bet? Just this morning the Governor of Alabama proposed letting the citizens of Alabama decide on a State Lottery. His claim is that this “volunteer tax” will help fund Medicaid, Law Enforcement, and other State programs. He cites that our bordering states all have a lottery and that we are losing lottery … Continue reading Lottery? Wanna Bet?
One Stormy Summer
This summer will go down in my life as a stormy one. I have seen many people in my life fighting for their life. I watched the news that seemed to come everyday about law enforcement using what in some instances seemed unnecessary force followed by the next story of angry individuals and groups murdering … Continue reading One Stormy Summer
Ten Rules for Life
Like many of you, I have been doing a whole lot of thinking about our current culture of mistrust, violence, hate, and prejudice. I honestly feel sorry for society. Many have seemingly lost hope. Many are acting in ways that are only exacerbating this volatile climate. While what I am about to share is not … Continue reading Ten Rules for Life
What Does the Bible Say?
This morning on my drive to the study, I was listening to WDJC 93.7 FM. They play Contemporary Christian Music and have religious discussions and questions on air. I find this much better than the other music I used to listen too. The hosts - Roxanne and Chris - asked a simple question to us listeners this morning; … Continue reading What Does the Bible Say?
Avoiding Sin
Thirty years ago I was in my first internship as a minister, during the summer of 1986 between my Freshman and Sophomore years at Faulkner. I suppose I am thinking about this since Andrew is about to start his Sophomore year at Faulkner and Amy had lunch with someone with ties to Camp Wetoga and a … Continue reading Avoiding Sin
Driving Thought 