Jerry Scott
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Heart and Mouth Aligned
Ever hear of a guy named Ferdinand Waldo Demara? His life was a fraud. He ‘borrowed’ credentials, stealing many identities. In his life, he pretended to be, among other things, a deputy sheriff, a counselor, an engineer, and a ship’s… Continue reading
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Falling over yourself?
At the church’s Bible school last week, one of the regular parts of the general session was a time when we invited kids to share their ‘God-sightings.’ The goal was get them to be more aware of the Lord’s working… Continue reading
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On my side!
Back in February this year, when I was dealing with some major health issues, I looked for people who would be on my side! There were prayer partners who came to stand with me and ask the Lord to heal… Continue reading
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Truly important, or merely urgent?
On December 17, 1903 in Kitty Hawk, NC, Wilbur and Orville Wright flew a powered aircraft. It went a 120 feet in 12 seconds, But it was a first for flight. Within 2 years of those first short flights, the… Continue reading
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Kids and the Kingdom
It’s kid week, or so it seems! My grandsons, ages 8 and 5, are in the house. They good boys, full of questions and curiosity about life. Their optimism about each morning, the sense of ‘newness’ that they bring to… Continue reading
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A moment of reflection
This CWTW is from the archives today … Why do we celebrate birthdays anyway? After a time, it’s just depressing, isn’t it? I found this information which I thought interesting enough to pass along. Celebrating birthdays dates back to pre-Christian… Continue reading
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Turkeys or Eagles?
If you choose to hang out with turkeys, don’t be surprised when you end up in the roaster pan of life! If you choose to hang out with eagles, in time you’ll learn to soar to the heights. In the… Continue reading
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It makes a difference
One of the important things for a free and strong society is fair, swift, and sure justice! The rule of law secures the people to carry on commerce and live in safety. It also restrains the rise of wrong-doing by… Continue reading
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A Christian Nation?
Warning — the following may cause controversy. Read on with caution! (smile!) Is the United States a secular state? The answer is an unequivocal ‘yes!’ And… I am glad for that fact! The founders of this nation were very familiar… Continue reading
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The Organizing Principle
I am a Christian. My life is organized around that commitment to Jesus Christ. My desire to know Him and to live as He taught is the core from which the rest of my life is conducted. From Him comes… Continue reading