Famous for Others 11 Then King Hiram of Tyre sent messengers to David, along with cedar timber and carpenters and stonemasons, and they built David a palace. 12 And David realized that the Lord had confirmed him as king over Israel and had blessed his kingdom for the sake of his people Israel. – 2 Sam 5 The Lord...

Thanks from the Old Man Thanks to everyone who made turning 40 a fun day.  In case you were not following the events on Facebook or Flickr – here is a rundown of the festivities. All day: Facebook, twitter, and my phone lights up with well-wishers (and a few sarcastic remarks).  Also received cards with BD wishes...

My Life is Half Over Warning:  this post is all about me today.  Deal with it. Today I am 40. For the next few moments, it is halftime. It’s a weird place that I have never been. The moment between the halves. The first half is in the books.  And the books are good. I have a fantastic Mom, Dad, Brother, and Sister.  I...

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Little Help Do me a solid and watch this short video that I shot in Florida.  Every play gets me the chance to win some cash.  Check out the video here....

Eating Your Own Dog Food 12 So David’s young men returned and told him what Nabal had said. 13 “Get your swords!” was David’s reply as he strapped on his own. Then 400 men started off with David, and 200 remained behind to guard their equipment. -1 Sam 25 David had sent his men to ask Nabal to give them some...

Is Following Jesus Overrated? 1 Large crowds followed Jesus as he came down the mountainside. 2 Suddenly, a man with leprosy approached him and knelt before him. “Lord,” the man said, “if you are willing, you can heal me and make me clean.”  – Mt 8   The crowds followed Jesus.  One man approached him. The...

The Best Things in Life Happen on the Way to Something Else 20 Early in the morning David left the flock with a shepherd, loaded up and set out, as Jesse had directed. He reached the camp as the army was going out to its battle positions, shouting the war cry. 21 Israel and the Philistines were drawing up their lines facing each other. 22 David left his things with...

Anger is Good   When Saul heard their words, the Spirit of God came upon him in power, and he burned with anger.  – I sam 11 The spirit brought anger.  God made Paul angry.  Doesn’t it seem like we are taught to avoid anger?  A Christian always has a mild temperament.  He may be...

My King Several have asked about the “My King” video that we opened with on Easter Sunday.  Here is the original version.  That’s My King! from Albert Martin on...