Christmas at the Gas Station…

I have been asked to re-post a Christmas story from last year.  There’s so much meaning and a great message in this story… It’s about an old man at a Gas station in the Christmas season.  I hope you enjoy. Unknown Author The old man sat in his gas station on a cold Christmas Eve. He hadn’t been anywhere in years …

The Gift Beyond Imagination…

As we heading into the Gift giving season, I would like to share a story sent to me from a friend titled “The Gift Beyond Imagination.” author unknown. I hope you enjoy. The Gift Beyond Imagination. A story of the gift of love Dedication Here in the South, we like to use “double names.” Therefore, I chose to incorporate both …

Thanksgiving…

With Thanksgiving being a little over a week away, I would like to take a look at some history of this holiday. The state of Massachusetts was one of the first to recognize and thank God for the things He has done. Samuel Adams issued this October 6, 1796, proclamation for a day of Thanksgiving for December 15, 1796, as Governor …

Putting God First…

This week I would like to look at our priority. The things of this would seems to take more and more of our time. Things like jobs and family seem to need more time. There’s only so many hours in a day, so we take time from other areas of our life… Such as entertainment, fitness and God. I want …

Happy Veterans Day…

On Monday 11/11/24, we celebrate Veterans Day in this Great Country of ours. So, what is Veterans Day and why celebrate. Let’s take a closer look at Veterans Day. Veterans Day honors all of those who have served the country in war or peace — dead or alive — although it’s largely intended to thank living veterans for their service …

God’s Promises…

I saw this in “Moments for You” devotional and I thought I would share it to remind us of God’s Magnificent promises. God’s promises are more important than our thoughts, doubts, and fears. Feel free to share with others. OUR THINKING GOD’S PROMISE  It’s Impossible All things are possible with God(Luke 18:27) I’m too tired God will give you rest(Matthew …

Remembering 9/11

Today is the 23rd anniversary of the attack on the World Trade center in New York. I think we all can remember where we were and what we were doing when this tragic event occurred. Burn in our memories is the images of people jumping out of a burning building, the second airplane crashing in the building, and the falling …

What will Heaven be Like?

Have you ever thought about what Heaven is going to be like?  In Revelation chapter 21 gives us a glimpse of what Heaven will look like. The beauty of the world is nothing compared to the beauty of Heaven… It’s really hard to imagine gates made of pearl, walls of jasper and streets of pure gold. But the best thing …

Alive In Christ…

The other day when I was looking at the menu in a restaurant, the server walked by with a tray of food for the next table.  As she approached, I could see a little smoke coming off the tray she was holding. I could hear the sizzle of the meat and started to smell the aroma of the food.  It smelled …

The Battle is Raging!!!

Recently, there’s been a lot of talk about the Olympics opening ceremony which took place in Paris France. The Olympics Opening Ceremony is a globally event, symbolizing unity, peace, and the celebration of human potential through sports. Each host nation strives to create a ceremony that reflects its culture, history, and achievements while also honoring the Olympic spirit. The ceremony …

The Red Marbles

This week I want to share a heart touching story.  It’s really a story of what life is all about.   I hope you enjoy “The Red Marbles” the author unknown. The Red Marbles I was at the corner grocery store buying some early potatoes. I noticed a small boy, delicate of bone and feature, ragged but clean, hungrily appraising a …

The Atheist and The Bear…

This week I would like to share a story sent to me called “The Atheist and The Bear.” In this humorous short story, there is an under lying truth. Hope you enjoy. The Atheist and The Bear An atheist was taking a walk through the woods. “What majestic trees! What powerful rivers! What beautiful animals”, he said to himself. As …

Believers #1 enemy…  

This week I would like to speak about a enemy that every Christian faces. The enemy that I’m speaking about is “SELF”. You might say, “hold on a minute there, brother Bob”, What about Satan? True Satan is a huge adversary. Satan can tempt you by putting the thoughts of sin in your head, but we justify it and then …

Why did God create evil?

Have you ever asked yourself, why did God create evil? After all, didn’t God know what was going to happen. I would like to share a little bit about this subject. Enjoy.  Why did God create evil? A professor at the university asked his students the following question:Is everything that exists created by God? One student bravely answered:Yes, everything was …

The cost of Discipleship…

This week I would like to talk about the cost of being a believer and follower of Christ. The cost of discipleship. Some people think that the day they were saved, everything is going to come up roses. But in reality… we just entered into a battle with a very powerful adversary… Satan. He’s going to try everything to destroy …

The Rain…

This week I would like to share a story send to me by a friend. This story “The Rain” was written by Norma K. Perrine.  I hope you enjoy. The Rain – by Norma K. Perrine A little girl had been shopping with her Mom in Walmart. She must have been 6 years old, this beautiful red-haired, freckle-faced image of innocence. …

Happy Father’s Day…

Next Sunday June 16th is Father’s Day… Father’s Day is celebrated annually on the third Sunday in June in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, India, and a number of other countries around the world. We customarily honor our dads with a gift, maybe a meal and spending some time with them. For some of us it’s a day to remember …

I’m Adopted… Are You?

Today I want to talk a little bit about adoption. In today’s world, there is a lot of children that need homes. Our heart strings are often pulled when we see the homeless and starving children of 3rd World Nations. Even our superstars today are adopting children from other countries. It’s kind of an “in” thing to do for the …

Delayed not Denied.

Have you ever been delayed? I think we all have been delayed at one time or another. A few years ago, I was returning home after spending a week at our corporate headquarters. Needless to say, I was very anxious to get home. We all boarded the airplane when the pilot made an announcement due to weather conditions at my …

What is Memorial Day

May 27th is Memorial Day.  So, this week I would like to talk a little about the Memorial Day holiday.  What is Memorial Day and why we celebrate it.  Memorial Day is an important holiday observed in the United States, dedicated to remembering and honoring the brave men and women who sacrificed their lives while serving in the military. Let’s …