“If this is going to be a Christian nation that doesn't help the poor, either we have to pretend that Jesus was just as selfish as we are, or we've got to acknowledge that He commanded us to love the poor and serve the needy without condition and then admit that we just don't want … Continue reading Thought for the Day
Encouragement
This is for friends going through tough times. Angel By Your Side performed by Francesca Battistelli Words & Music by Francesca Battistelli & Jason Walker I can’t say that everything’s okay ‘Cause I can see the tears you’re crying And I can’t promise to take the pain away But you can know I won’t stop … Continue reading Encouragement
It’s all a gift undeserved that I shouldn’t have known.
"It's all a gift undeserved that I shouldn't have known." The above line from Boasting by Lecrae has stuck in my head for the past few days. Everything I have, am or even just another breath is because of what Christ did for me. BOASTING BY Lecrae featuring Anthony Evans Chorus: If this life has … Continue reading It’s all a gift undeserved that I shouldn’t have known.
In Case You Missed It
This ad last night during the Patriots v Broncos game. In case you missed or want to watch it again. For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. (John 3:16, New International Version)
History of Christmas
Christmas is the celebration of the birth of Christ. Although many of the traditions associated with Christmas and even the day on which is celebrated have pagan origins. Most likely Christ was not born on December 25th. The weather conditions at that time of the year would have made it unlikely Mary & Joseph would … Continue reading History of Christmas
Dogs and Cats
The Big Guy and I have an ongoing debate regarding the superiority of dogs over cats. He is one of those who has been duped into believing cats are better than dogs. (I know kind of hard to believe from a guy who's school mascot is a beautiful collie.) Anyway we were walking on the … Continue reading Dogs and Cats
Operation Christmas Child 2011
It's time to pack shoe boxes for Operation Christmas Child. Operation Christmas Child is a project of Franklin Graham's organization Samaritan's Purse that seeks to provide the neediest children with a simple gift. This may be the only gift that many have ever received. How You Can Get Involved: Pack a shoe box. Take box … Continue reading Operation Christmas Child 2011