Independance Day…

As we celebrate the 4th of July Friday, I would like to talk a little about this country we call America. Over the last 40 years or so, there has been a rift or separation in our beloved country. The last few years, the division of this country, has become wide and very pronounced. The values that this country was …

The Fall of America!

With Independence Day being a little over a week away, I would like to speak a little on the Great country we live in. Independence Day, celebrated on July 4th, commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776, marking the nation’s separation from British rule. It’s a federal holiday with festivities like fireworks, parades, and barbecues, symbolizing American …

Happy Father’s Day!!!

Father’s Day is next Sunday June 15th. 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 time with them.   For some of us it’s a day to remember our …

Gay Pride Month…

The month of June has been designated as Gay Pride Month. The last Sunday is Gay Pride Day. This day commemorates the Stonewall riots for gay rights.  The symbol of gay pride is the rainbow. I’m amazed that a sign from God to not destroyed the earth again by water is used by this organization. The rainbow doesn’t stand for …

Memorial Day…

Memorial Day commemorates the men and women who died while in the military service of their country, particularly those who died in battle or as a result of wounds sustained in battle. In other words, the purpose of Memorial Day is to memorialize the veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. “The Meaning of the Flag-Draped Coffin” The …

Mother’s Day 

Mother’s Day  Mother’s Day is coming up on Sunday, May 11th. I would like to take a little time and look at Mother’s Day. Mother’s Day is a celebration honoring the mother of the family, as well as motherhood, maternal bonds, and the influence of mothers in society. It is celebrated on various days in many parts of the world, …

Blind Date…

Blind Date – Author Unknown.  This is a short story about a mother never ending Love for her son. Happy Mother’s Day. After 21 years of marriage, my wife wanted me to take another woman out to dinner and a movie. She said, “I love you, but I know this other woman loves you too, and she would love to …

Good Friday…

Good Friday is one of the most important days in the Christian calendar as it commemorates the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ. It is observed on the Friday preceding Easter Sunday, and it marks the end of the Lenten season. Good Friday is a solemn day, and it is a time for reflection, repentance, and prayer for Christians around …

A Dollar and a Dime…

This week I would like to share a wonderful Christmas story. I fell in love with this story, so I borrowed it from a friend – hope you enjoy it as much as I did!!  The Christmas Coat. A young man was fumbling around one day, in a women’s clothing store. He’d found his wife a Christmas coat and was …

SYMBOLS OF CHRISTMAS

Have you ever had a young child ask you the why questions?  You know… the why questions that that five-year-old always asks. Why Christmas trees, why holly, why wreaths just to name a few. Today I’d like to take a look at a few of these why questions and maybe we can answer some of them. The Christmas Symbols and …

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 …

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 …

Halloween…

This week I would like to talk a little about the upcoming Halloween holiday. As Christians, should we celebrate this holiday? I don’t know if there is a definitive answer. First of all, understand that Halloween is mostly a western custom and it has no direct reference in the Bible. However, there are several Biblical principles that directly relate to …

Independence Day

As we celebrate the 4th of July next week, I would like to talk a little about this country we call America. Over the last 40 years or so, there has been a rift or separation in our beloved country. The last few years, the division of this country, has become wide and very pronounced. The values that this country …

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 …

Happy Memorial Day!

Posted on May 29, 2023 by Bob Next Monday is Memorial Day.  Most of us really don’t know the real meaning of this holiday, just that it’s a 3-day weekend.  Let’s take a look at why we celebrate Memorial Day.   Memorial Day commemorates the men and women who died while in the military service of their country, particularly those who died in battle …

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 …

Happy Mother’s Day!!!

Next Sunday is Mother’s Day. This is a special day dedicated to celebrating and honoring mothers all over the world. It is a day to recognize and appreciate the selfless love, sacrifices, and hard work of mothers in raising their children. Mother’s Day is celebrated on different dates around the world, but in the United States, it is celebrated on …

Being a Mother…

Sunday May 12th is Mother’s Day!!!  In honor of all our mothers, I would like to share a short story about a Mothers never ending Love for her son. This story is titled, “Being a Mother” and the author is unknown. I hope you enjoy!!! Being a Mother. After 21 years of marriage, my wife wanted me to take another woman …