Recently, there was a mini-controversy in the media (and on Facebook™, which I am sure leaves no one surprised. We seem to live on offense and controversy these days. However, this particular one let's me made an interesting point, and that has to do … [Continue reading]
True Colors and mental health stress
You with the sad eyes Don't be discouraged, oh I realize It's hard to take courage In a world full of people You can lose sight of it all The darkness inside you Can make you feel so small Show me a smile then Don't be unhappy Can't remember when I … [Continue reading]
Samwise Gamgee, the Blessed
Yesterday, I spoke about the various Ring-Bearers of the Silmarillion, the Hobbit, and the Trilogy of the Rings. I mentioned that Tom Bombadil is an exception to the stories of those who handled the Dark Ring. He was apparently not in the least … [Continue reading]
The sadness of Gollum
Gollum, Sméagol, is one of the more interesting characters in The Hobbit, and then in the Lord of the Rings trilogy. He shows up over and over. But, he is also a very tragic figure. He ends up burnt to death in Mount Doom, never having managed to … [Continue reading]
Creativity and God
The Helping Hand by Iskander1989 on DeviantArt I like going to art sites in order to see what people are doing in the creative realm. Note: I also like reading, both for entertainment and to enjoy a well-crafted tale. There are challenges to going … [Continue reading]
The return of an old tract, best forgotten
Above is an image of an old tract that I have not seen for years. It mimics the USA $100 bill, with enough changes that it cannot get the user into trouble. If you look close on the front of the tract, you will see that it cites 2 Corinthians 13:5, … [Continue reading]
Leaven of the Pharisees and Sadducees
At that time, the Pharisees and Sadducees came to Jesus and to test him they asked him to show them a sign from heaven. He answered them, "When it is evening, you say, 'It will be fair weather; for the sky is red.' And in the morning, 'It will be … [Continue reading]
Healthy Touch — Holy Kiss
The deep heart cry is to have people who: really listen, are a safe place to be, love, accept without strings, and practice healthy touch. -- Jerrolynn Hockenhull, Ed.D. Notice the part about healthy touch. This is an often overlooked part of who we … [Continue reading]
Who am I — really?
The video included with this blog is 13 minutes long. It is worth watching. Watch it with your children and grandchildren, if you have either. It is a Veggietales video that will bless your heart. Who are you? Who am I? That is a question that we do … [Continue reading]
God calls in interesting ways
The old way to become a priest or pastor was to be called when one was young. You know, the child who was called early, who grew up in high school knowing he wanted to be a minister, who went to college and seminary. Roman Catholics, in particular, … [Continue reading]
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