Back in the 1950’s I enjoyed watching the detective series Dragnet, starring Jack Webb as Sgt. Joe Friday. Joe was a no nonsense guy, not into “small talk”…… “just the facts ma’am…just the facts.” Joe Friday could really make the guilty guy sweat. I read that there are 9 tricks to determining if someone is telling the truth…one … Continue reading “Just The Facts Ma’am”
Category: Virtue
“Choosing Christ Brings Eternal Reward”
Today is the feast of the great Japanese martyrs Saint Paul Miki and his companions. They suffered terribly as they took refuge in the cross on which they died for Christ. “These servants of the truth were raised with Christ above the heavens, while their enemies, like all who boast of their violent power, died unremembered.” (ref. … Continue reading “Choosing Christ Brings Eternal Reward”
“WE ARE SO BLESSED”
The grace of God allows you to do things you just couldn’t do on your own. It doesn’t make it easy, it makes it possible. Personally I’d prefer that grace would make things easy and enjoyable and funny and cheerful and wonderful. Ultimately doing the will of God thru God’s grace, makes it all those … Continue reading “WE ARE SO BLESSED”
“Even The Saints Fail”
Over the years I have enjoyed reading about the saints. Their stories inspired me to want to love and serve the Lord. Yet to be honest many of the portrayals of these “Hall of Famers” described them as sinless, having never made any mistake, at least no serious mistakes. While one part of me is … Continue reading “Even The Saints Fail”
“Take Courage And Be A Man”
I love the passage from the first book of Kings that recalls the death of King David. This great warrior king is coming to the end of his life, and what a life it has been ….a life filled with incredible “ups and downs”. A simple shepherd boy who is anointed by Samuel as the … Continue reading “Take Courage And Be A Man”
“Give Me Souls…Take Away The Rest!”
Today is his feast day of St. John Bosco known as Don (Father) Bosco. I’ve read many intriguing things about him over the years… his journey from poverty, his physical strength and athletic gifts… he was a magician, his great love for the poor and delinquent kids. He didn’t just preach, he developed practical ways … Continue reading “Give Me Souls…Take Away The Rest!”
“It Was A Good Trip”
Well, we’re back from our trip. It was a full 6 days with many blessings and a few challenges. It’s amazing that once you commit to something, there’s no turning back… the bridges are burnt and you have no option but to push through. Here’s a quick overview of our trip. Since we haven’t traveled … Continue reading “It Was A Good Trip”
“Experiencing God’s Pleasure”
“We’re leavin on a jet plane, don’t know when I’ll be back again…..oh babe, I hate to go…” Anyone remember that John Denver song? Well. Judy and I are leavin on a jet plane tomorrow and we do know when we’ll be back again…actually we’ll be back in 5 days. We’re going to visit our daughter … Continue reading “Experiencing God’s Pleasure”
“What A Family”
I think I’ve mentioned how I enjoy the books of Samuel and the stories of King David. I first remember reading them back in the late 1970’s. In fact I was so touched by the friendship of David and Jonathan that we named our first son “Jonathan David”. Today’s reading from the first book of … Continue reading “What A Family”
“Let’s Keep Our Eyes Open”
You may remember the story of the man who prays for the Lord to deliver him from the flood…..one of the townsfolk comes up the street in a canoe…. better get in, the waters are rising fast….. no, I have faith in the Lord, he will save me. Later a guy in a motorboat comes by … Continue reading “Let’s Keep Our Eyes Open”
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