And I love that old cross Where the dearest and best, For a world of lost sinners was slain.

(One Perfect Life Chapters 177-180) In this portion of the Gospel the apostles record two predictions and two prayers. Jesus predicts the disciples sorrow at His death, joy at His re…

In the early 1970’s super absorbent polymer was used commercially for the first time. Today there are toys that expand after putting them in the water. Some grow 5 to 10 times their …

I recently had the opportunity to visit my parents and siblings. The whole gang has not been together in four years, and COVID has been hard on my parents as they have tried their be…

My personal devotions this past week started me thinking sadly about the repeated failure of God’s people. Included in my readings on Monday, October 11, was the section of Scripture…

(One Perfect Life Chapters 172-176) In this portion of the Gospel John records the teachings Jesus gave His disciples between the Last Supper and His arrest. He teaches them about th…

Education, learning is a great tool for life and as a Christian, studying God’s word is the way to save one’s soul.

Have you ever had a phone call from heaven? Well, I have. I was feeling overwhelmed with some new challenges, and my prayer was something like this: “I know I’ve been asking for a lo…

On Friday, October 1, long time friends, Rick and Kristi Armstrong, flew to Alaska and are staying and visiting with Kathy and with me. In August 1971 Rick and Kristi started school …

(One Perfect Life Chapters 166-171) In this portion of the Gospel we see Jesus celebrating Passover with His disciples for the last time. The events occur during the Passover meal or…

In the early 1970’s super absorbent polymer was used commercially for the first time. Today there are toys that expand after putting them in the water. Some grow 5 to 10 times their …

I have only one parenting life hack, and it has taken me three kids to figure out. It’s this: tell stories.

On Friday, September 24, I served as a substitute teacher at Wasilla High School. When I retired, before being asked to return to St. John and help out, I applied to serve as a subst…

(One Perfect Life Chapters 162-165) The Olivet Discourse is one of the most detailed and complex descriptions of Jesus’ return. While its precise meaning is debated the general theme…

Mark chapter 9 verse 31 is a very shocking verse. In fact, it may be the most shocking verse in the entire Bible. This verse answers the question, “Who crucified Jesus?” Jesus at thi…