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Dropping Out
I believe I can say with confidence that the biggest story in the world this minute is the announcement made by Joe Biden that he is dropping out of the upcoming race for President of the United States. It is huge news indeed and sends shockwaves throughout our country. But I am not concerned here …
A Hero
The events that took place Saturday at Donald Trump’s rally in Pennsylvania have the entire world talking. Some of the discussion centers around the apparent lack of security and ease with which the shooter got into position to attempt his evil deed. Nevertheless, one thing that jumped out to me (and millions of others who …
Conduct Worthy of the Calling
The fabled “Pony Express” was short lived. It lasted only about a year and a half (April 1860—October 1861). The transcontinental telegraph put an end to the need for the horses and their riders. However, in the brief time it existed, the service made a lasting impact on American history. Before the creation of the …
Make A Difference
At this time of year, lots of speeches have been / will be given encouraging young people to follow their dreams and to leave their mark on the world. This is good advice…assuming those dreams include pleasing the Lord (Ps. 37:4; 2 Cor. 5:9), and those marks are the marks of Jesus (Gal. 6:17). Otherwise, …
Stick To Your Post
On May 8, 1945 celebrations erupted around the world to mark the end of World War II in Europe. Last week marked the 79th commemoration of Victory in Europe Day. Obviously, there was much for which to be thankful. The surrender of Germany was monumental and had been achieved along with great loss and difficulty. …
Wasted
I’m a big fan of gift cards. I like to get them—let me get what I want. I like to give them—let people get what they want. Not to mention it is a fairly easy and stress-free way to take care of business. Boom! I’m finished shopping. However…I heard a disturbing fact this weekend. Billions …
Amazing Facts About Jesus
“He was manifested in the flesh, vindicated by the Spirit…” (1 Timothy 3:16a) Among the many incredible facts revealed in Scripture about Jesus would be the incarnation and the resurrection. Having a proper understanding of who Jesus is and what He has done will have a direct impact on how we live. The Incarnation—Christ was …
God Provides (and Expects)
The fact that God provides for His creation is a recurring theme in Scripture. We know this…we repeat this…we rest secure in this. Hallelujah, God provides! However, it seems that we fail to emphasize properly the fact that God has expectations of us and the way we live once we have received and enjoy His …
Don’t Give Up!
This past February marked the two-year anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. In spite of being outnumbered & out-gunned, the Ukrainian forces continue to fight the invaders to a current stalemate. Prior to the invasion two years ago, the Russian officers were told to pack their dress uniforms & medals in anticipation of their …
Something is Missing
On July 4, 1939, Lou Gehrig uttered some words that would go on to be some of the most iconic in history. After being diagnosed with a debilitating disease, standing only about two years from his death, the man who had played more consecutive baseball games than anyone else ever had gave this brief speech: …
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