Dad

 

The loss of my Dad earlier this year has really got me to thinking.

Saving Money

There are only 3 things you can do with money.  You can spend it, give it, and save it.  This post will focus on saving.  Saving seems to be a lost art in America.

Debt can make you sick!

A friend of mine, Ken Leamer, forwarded me a very interesting article.  It is based on an AP-AOL poll.  Basically they give stats that show that the stress of being in debt leads to a higher risk of health problems.

Pharisees, Sadducees, and the Sanhedrin

We were discussing these three in my men’s bible study this morning and found that none of us really understood the differences between these 1^st century Jews. We knew of them, but were unable to really tell what the differences were. This article is based on my research on the subject. I hope it brings some clarity.

A Most Difficult Week

What an awful week I have just had. Actually the whole year hasn’t been great. Let me fill you in on the events that have transpired.

Dad and hospice

It looks like my Superman is about to experience super peace. Dad’s lung cancer has defied all treatment and he has now entered hospice care. He is at home with Mom. He is pleasantly confused and very weak, but not in any pain.

Dad and I were talking a few weeks ago and he told me a great story.

More on Contentment

Here is the next installment in my trying to understand Biblical contentment.  Get ready for  a Greek and Hebrew lesson.

Grandpa Roy

I will always remember my grandpa fondly. My earliest memories are him tickling me unmercifully.

Dissatisfied Contentment?

I have recently been studying contentment. We, as Christians, are called to be content or at least told it’s a good thing. I don’t get this concept.

My Dad Is My Superman

He is strong. He persevered through a physically challenging job at a coal mine to put food on our table, clothes on our backs, and a roof over our head.