In the Hall of Faith in Hebrews, we have a very good list of those who were known for their faith. Take Job for example. God had confidence in Job. He knew that Job would swim if he were to suddenly find himself in the deep end of the pool. God had confidence enough in Job […]
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Hall of Faith Nominee? Part 3
Ok, now to the nuts and bolts of why Joseph deserves a place with those hailed for their faith. He decided to take Mary as his wife as the angel instructed. Let’s discuss what came with this decision to find out how following the Lord in faith is not always a bed of roses. Keep […]
Hall of Faith Nominee? Part 2
Ok, in part one, we covered what is generally covered regarding Joseph in the Christmas story. If you read between the lines though, you can piece together some really interesting stuff. When reading about a particular event in scripture, I try to put myself right in middle of the event. If I can do this, […]
Hall of Faith Nominee? Part 1
Hebrews 11 is what is referred to as the ‘Hall of Faith’. To be sure, it is a great list and even comes with a disclaimer that it is not an ‘all-inclusive’ list. I would like to make a nomination to be added to the ‘Hall of Faith’.
The Season of Giving?
You hear that a lot…kinda rubs me the wrong way. This is gonna be a sort of curmudgeonly rant, so, if you will indulge me, read on…if you would rather not, don’t…lol. This term ‘Season of Giving’ is wrong. Now, I am not knocking giving. On the contrary. Scripture instructs us to be giving. And […]
Operational Planning
Ok…picture this… The table has been cleared. Everyone has enjoyed a big dinner. Turkey, ham, dressing, potato salad, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, cornbread, biscuits, gravy, green beans wrapped in bacon, Iced tea, pecan pie…you get the picture.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Fall of 1621 saw the first harvest at the Plymouth Plantation. This is the event that is depicted in the paintings like the one above. This Thanksgiving was a celebration of a successful harvest. Thanksgiving has been celebrated to give thanks for a variety of reasons but they were all celebrated because they were thankful […]
Ben, Sam and Al, Part Seven: Resolution?
If you have been following this story, it is obvious that Ben and his family were definitely getting the short end of the stick. This story is an analogy…an analogy on the situation happening over in Israel.
Ben, Sam and Al, Part Six: Shooting
…a split second after Ben’s rifle went off, his son saw one of the men convulse, then lay still. It was a little bit unnerving to see someone die. By now, Ben’s other son had the other rifle configured in .308 and it was ready to go. Ben told him to just stand ready and […]
239 Years of Blood, Sweat and Tears
Cutting a cake with a sword…’cause that’s how we roll… HAPPY BIRTHDAY MARINES! November 10, 1775, the Continental Congress approved the resolution to establish two battalions of Marines able to fight for independence at sea and on shore. This date marks the official formation of the Continental Marines.”