Category Archives: personal

The Turning Point

You won’t see it in this photo, but this was the place where my life changed dramatically. With my wife and kids, I rented half of a house down at the end of this street on the left. The house … Continue reading

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God in a Box

I have no interest in writing my biography; I don’t believe my life has been that interesting. But a few people have asked me how I got where I am in this ministry. I’ll offer a rough outline of what … Continue reading

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Tools in the Box 01

I had written something else entirely, but decided it wasn’t the message for today. I’ve noted this before: The federal government has officially listed me as a cult leader and terrorist. The only reason they have not taken me into … Continue reading

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Introducing Derek Ramsey

Dear readers: Today I want to alert you to a blog that might interest you — Derek L. Ramsey. If you want high intellect and strong reasoning discussion, he’s your man. It’s quite possible you will grow attached to him … Continue reading

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A Time of Higher Polarity

Yeah, what he said. This is a time for polarization. You may recall that as Jesus came closer to His final Passover, He began saying and doing things that polarized His audience. His teaching about the Bread of Life (John … Continue reading

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Cynicism Inducing Item

This is just a little tidbit that reminds us just how evil the US government can be. This time it’s from the Republicans. Timeline: The DARE Program was born in Los Angeles in 1983, tasking LAPD street officers to show … Continue reading

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Personal: Printers and Knees

I now have an office grade HP printer, thanks to a donor, and thanks to your prayers. Keep praying with me about my knees. I saw an orthopedic surgeon at the VA today. My right knee, the one that has … Continue reading

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Odds and Ends 11

1. I’m still riding my bike; I’m keeping up the maintenance. I recently replaced the drive chain and the rear tire. If nothing else, the economic troubles will require it as a primary means of transportation from time to time. … Continue reading

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Still Hearing Voices

Fundamental to my ministry: Nobody should have to put up with me if they don’t want to. I don’t take myself that seriously. I take my mission seriously. That’s part of why, on the old blog, I made jokes about … Continue reading

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Still Feeling My Way Along

I’m flawed; I’m a fallen creature subject to any number of failures. The Lord has a lot of work on His hands with me, and I often wonder why He chose to use me in the first place. But He … Continue reading

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