Wait. And wait again. We were so discouraged. Why did our prayers keep going unanswered? Three years earlier at a conference, my wife Tracey and I believed the Lord wanted us to go home, sell
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Tale of Two Very Different Sisters
This is a tale of two very different sisters. One I’ll call Carolyn. The other I’ll call Sandy. Several years ago while their mother still lived, Sandy often flew from her home in Texas to
Read moreWhat the Military Did for Dad
He was born in the 1920’s, one of 12 children to parents who obviously loved each other –often. They lived in a small farming community, where education was a luxury not many could afford, especially
Read moreSacrificing More Than A Life
There are some members of our armed forces who give the ultimate sacrifice, their life. However, all service members make sacrifices for their country. Whether they are in training or on an assignment, these men
Read moreWhat Service to Our Country Means to Me: By a 13-year-old Boy
Our nation’s entire history is founded on those who serve. As an eighth grader, my son, Caleb, entered the Patriot’s Pen Essay Contest he heard about from his teacher. And the guidelines specified entries highlight
Read moreFighting and Falling for Freedom
As I placed one foot in front of the other, an eerie sense of uneasiness touched my soul. I was treading on hallowed ground. Being a chaperon for an eighth-grade school trip had its ups
Read moreWorship in Song
Worship this morning with Chris Tomlin and Our God. There is none greater than OUR GOD. He is the God of all things. The Creator. The Provider. Mighty. Majestic. Awesome. Faithful. Loving. Who could ask
Read moreWhen Christ Breaks the Chains, Stand Fast in His Freedom
Shackles of despair wrapped round and round my heart, my mind. Taunts from the enemy mocked me saying, “Where is your God?” My head dropped. Tears brimmed and flowed, washing my face with liquid pain.
Read moreA Quilt of Valor
“What will you make with this fabric?” Like most authors, I have a day job. My day job, at any given time, has had a different title… full time mom, teacher, and now an employee
Read moreIn the Trenches
Before armored vehicles took over, trench warfare was the ultimate way to fight such a battle. Trenches offered the ability to stay together, to come up with a plan of action before moving forward as a team.
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