Early Church Members: From “Followers of the Way,” to “Saints,” to “Christians”

"Sunday Sermon" “The Way” The early Jewish disciples of Jesus referred to the church as “the Way.”  They called themselves "followers of the Way.” (See: Ellicott’s Comm., Acts 9:2; MacLaren’s Expositions, Acts 9:2; “Christianity in the 1st Century,” Wikipedia.) I thought I was "special," several weeks ago, when I first "discovered" "the Way." But then … Continue reading Early Church Members: From “Followers of the Way,” to “Saints,” to “Christians” →

Famous Ravens of the Tower of London

"Fun Facts Saturday" "World History" Ravens and the Fall of Britain An old British legend warns: “If the Tower ravens are lost or fly away, the Crown will fall, and Britain with it.” The Brits take this warning seriously. Historians theorize that ravens were often attracted to the Tower of London because of the frequent … Continue reading Famous Ravens of the Tower of London →

“On the Vanity of Earthly Greatness” – A Short Poem

"Poetic Wednesday" "Vanity of vanities; all is vanity." (Ecclesiastes 1:2) “On the Vanity of Earthly Greatness” The tusks that clashed in mighty brawlsOf mastodons, are billiard balls. The sword of Charlemagne the JustIs ferric oxide, known as rust. The grizzly bear, whose potent hugWas feared by all, is now a rug. Great Caesar's dead and … Continue reading “On the Vanity of Earthly Greatness” – A Short Poem →

“Examine Yourself” & “Consider Your Ways”– 4 Soul-Searching Questions from the Bible

"Sunday Sermon" "Know Thyself" The Bible counsels and commands: “examine yourselves” and “consider your ways.”  Likewise, Socrates proclaimed: “Know Thyself!”  He added, “the unexamined life is not worth living.” Lao Tzu also declared: “He who knows others is wise; he who knows himself is enlightened.” “Examine Yourself” (1 Corinthians 11:28) “Let a man examine himself.” … Continue reading “Examine Yourself” & “Consider Your Ways”– 4 Soul-Searching Questions from the Bible →

I’m the Illegitimate Descendant of King William “the Conqueror”

"Fun Facts Saturday" "World History" I got excited when I learned I am the direct descendant of William the Conqueror (1027-1135). He is my 26th great-grandfather.  I felt special.  Maybe I was entitled to a castle? But then I discovered he has an estimated 13 million direct descendants alive today.  So, I could inherit 1/13 … Continue reading I’m the Illegitimate Descendant of King William “the Conqueror” →

DUI Drivers Versus the Alphabet

"Court Case Friday" “Drunk Driving” (DUI) cases are some of the most tragic. They are also some of the most entertaining. Field Sobriety Tests In the “old days,” reciting the alphabet was a standard field sobriety test (FST). This FST tested mental impairment. Mental impairment occurs before observable physical impairment. Years ago, the National Highway … Continue reading DUI Drivers Versus the Alphabet →

Brigham Young – Best Quotes

"Hero Birthday Series" In Honor of his Birthday - June 1, 1801 Crying babies “Crying babies are like good intentions: Both should be carried out immediately!”  Education of women "You educate a man; you educate a man. You educate a woman; you educate a generation." Fools take offense “He who takes offense when offense was … Continue reading Brigham Young – Best Quotes →

A Pioneer Mother Crossing the Plains with Broken Legs and Ribs

This story was shared by master storyteller Glenn Rawson in May 2023. I quote: It was May 1848, when Elisha Groves and his wife Lucy set out from the Missouri River, and took their journey to the valley of the Great Salt Lake. They were among nearly 2,000 people traveling in this huge wagon company … Continue reading A Pioneer Mother Crossing the Plains with Broken Legs and Ribs →

“Abou Ben Adhem”- Famous Poem About Loving God by Serving Our Fellow Men

"Poetic Wednesday" "Abou Ben Adhem" Abou Ben Adhem (may his tribe increase!)Awoke one night from a deep dream of peace,And saw within the moon light in his room,Making it rich, and like a lily in bloom,An angel writing in a good of gold:Exceeding peace had made Ben Adhem bold,And to the presence in the room … Continue reading “Abou Ben Adhem”- Famous Poem About Loving God by Serving Our Fellow Men →