This inspiring classic hymn was written for the 100th anniversary of American independence with at least these two purposes in mind: 1) to praise God and 2) to celebrate the blessings of liberty that flow from the Lord — in Continue Reading →
I’m a little late to this game, but I’m catching on. “BOGO” means “buy one get one”. “2F4U” means “too fast for you”. “AFAIK” is “as far as I know”. These are among many modern acronyms which depart from normal language and serve as handy short cuts to speed up texting. IMHO some of us need help learning this new speed language, LOL! Do U agree?
Departing from normal language is NOT new. I wonder if you have heard of this other much-used and much older system of departing from normal language. It has been known and used for thousands of years, and many examples can be found in the Bible and other great literature. Most people know very little about it. But YOU can know about it! Continue Reading →
Some say only a crazy person would claim they hear from God. I think it is crazy NOT to learn to recognize God’s voice. Give this bright “little” song a sing-along listen, then come back and we’ll talk about hearing Continue Reading →
One of the best known gospel songs was not written for public consumption! Please give it a listen, and come back for more. Not intended for prime time Around 1855 Joseph Scriven wrote this song’s lyrics as a poem to Continue Reading →
This classic hymn celebrates how lovingly and personally God leads His children. Through the joys and trials of this life, God helps us to be peaceful and strong in our thinking, guiding us with wisdom higher than our own. Please Continue Reading →
First thing in the morning, people don’t like a loud voice waking them up. Proverbs 27 wisely teaches: “Don’t wake up your neighbors early in the morning with a shout of “Good morning!” They will treat it like a curse, Continue Reading →
“Heavenly Sunlight” is a bright, brief song that brings our thoughts to the wonderful reality of the Lord’s faithful presence — which is light for us in all times, places and circumstances. Please give it a sing-along listen, then let’s Continue Reading →
The Bible tells of a certain fear that is able to keep people in bondage their entire lives. Wouldn’t it be great if a person could beat that fear AS A CHILD, and skip a life-time of bondage? “Fear Not” Continue Reading →
A customer saw this sign at Hal’s Hardware Store: Welcome to Hal’s Hardware Store DON’T SHOPLIFT because GOD WILL SEE YOU (and Hal might) Hal’s sign gives us a lot to think about. We love our freedom and our privacy. Continue Reading →
Lyrics for this hymn go back almost three hundred and fifty years. This melody was attached to the words about one hundred and fifty years ago. This is an example of how we remain connected with God’s family across centuries. Continue Reading →