"My name is Patrick. I am a sinner, a simple country person, and the least of all believers."The confession of Maewyn Succat, aka---St. Patrick Much of what we know about Maewyn Succat--St. Patrick, the Patron Saint of Ireland, we know from his own words of his own writing. One from the Epistola, and his Christian... Continue Reading →
This morning as I drove to get a little "sumpthin-sumpthin" from Rise & Grind for my wife and her boss, I was behind a car with this window decal on the back. "Love Like Jesus" with a big smiley-face. It was very big, and very cute. Fit the car nicely. As it stared at me... Continue Reading →
When we think of the promises of God, our minds often turn to visions of blessings, protection, and divine favor. We eagerly embrace the promise of abundant life, peace, and the fulfillment of our deepest desires. But what about the promises that are less comfortable: the ones that speak of trials, persecution, and hardship? These... Continue Reading →
Recently I received a question to answer for GotQuestions.org: 'Why did Jesus resist healing the Gentile Canaanite woman's daughter (Matthew 15:22-24, 26) and yet healed the Centurion's servant without hesitation (Matthew 8:5-7)?' Male, 46-55, North America, Christian I am currently reading this fascinating book that was given to all the men during our annual Men’s... Continue Reading →
For the past several years there has been a disturbing trend in Evangelical Christianity that seems to be getting worse. To be honest, if we were to examine Christianity’s past, we would find that this is an old problem that just looks different through the ages. It is a Christianity that doesn't include Christ; a... Continue Reading →
This is Nancy. She is one of three kids that I used to babysit. Here she is showing me her new pet rats who she named Tippy and Topper. Awww…ain't they cute? She bought a large cage with her own money and made it very comfortable for them. They have lots of toys and she... Continue Reading →
Pens & Wrenches 