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.". Today is the day the United States goes to the polls and voiced their opinion on who we wish the next President to be. I have my … Continue reading A Reminder on Election Day
Fruitful Discipleship
I produced this video for Central and use in our small groups. The video is 10:48. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uflaQRqlJm4 -Scott
Squirrels
In the movie "UP" Doug the dog suffers from Canine Attention Deficit Disorder. A running gag is . . . "squirrel!" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SSUXXzN26zg I thought about "Squirrel!" when I read the following in an article by George Miller in my illustrations file: "One morning in the late 1940's a farmer decided to plow the south … Continue reading Squirrels
Rigged!
The media has their darling! They promote and support their favorite. The drama they create with their sound bites and teasers draws in viewers which increases ratings that bring in advertisers willing to pay. The system is rigged! I know it to be true. It always plays out in just the right way. They determined … Continue reading Rigged!
When God Seems Far Away
I have mentioned before that I started listening to Christian Contemporary Radio more this year. In fact I have almost exclusively listened to this music this year. I began this as a personal experiment. I wanted to see what affect my music choices had on my attitude. Although the results are far from scientific, I see … Continue reading When God Seems Far Away
Closer
Austin Taylor penned the following lyrics in 1911. They are some of the most meaningful to me; "Closer to Thee, near to Thy side, Closer dear Lord, I would abide; Hold me in Thy embrace, 'neath every smile of grace, Grant me, Thy child a place Closer to Thee." The Greeks wanted to see Jesus. Parents … Continue reading Closer
A Child of
I am a child of the 70's. I entered this world in early '67 began the seventies as a toddler and entered the eighties as a young teen. There are a lot of adventures I could share about my friends and my neighborhood. There was a sense of freedom that I do not think children … Continue reading A Child of
Hillary Did It!
You will never believe what Hillary did! It is unprecedented and well shocking. There are obstacles to be conquered and mountains to climb and someone has to be the first to do it no matter the cost. Hillary is self described as a "small and rather lonely child." But I am not writing about Hillary … Continue reading Hillary Did It!
Easy
I finally found a parking place downtown. Regretfully, the spot I found was a couple of blocks away from the restaurant. I thought the walk would not be difficult, boy was I wrong. Instead of walking to the corner to cross the street, I decided to jay-walk thinking I could save a couple of seconds if I just … Continue reading Easy
One Week
Dear Lord, today is Sunday, A day that's dear to me. And we gather with Your Church, So each your Grace may see. Dear Lord, today is Monday, A long week starts anew. At work, or school, or at home, Let our focus be You. Dear Lord, today is Tuesday, Another day to serve. To … Continue reading One Week
