My Journey
Build Up
The construction business has always been intriguing to me. My wife and I had the privilege to build a house nearly 27 years ago. Our builder was an honorable Christian man. He took our simple house plans and built the home we still live in today. He was so helpful in making suggestions, like extra…
Read MoreFreedom!
I am very patriotic about the freedom we enjoy in our country. This freedom is still being defended and protected by young men and women who believe in the “land of the free and the home of the brave”. I’d gladly fight for our freedom even at my age. Freedom really isn’t free, but it’s…
Read MoreI’m Sorry
These are two words that are sometimes hard to say. It takes me swallowing my pride and owning my behavior to deal with it. My wife has heard me say this many times because she seems to be the one that I say dumb things to the most. I’ve also said I’m sorry to my…
Read MoreReverence
This word means “deep respect for someone or something”. I remember the first time I heard a minister called “Reverend”. I wasn’t sure what to make of it because I knew the minister’s first name. I didn’t mean any disrespect when I used his first name. I also remember one of my ministers who did…
Read MoreRespect
I do believe that respect is earned in relationship. I also believe that respect for a person’s position should be noticed. I respect people in leadership not because I know them personally, but because of the position they hold. I respect elected leaders even though I may disagree with their position on policy. I can…
Read MorePride
I believe the Lord hates pride with a passion. He doesn’t tolerate that trait in me. I don’t think pride and deep faith can coexist. I’ve heard it said that all sin started with pride. That statement stunned me at first. When I examine it closely, I see the truth in it. I have had…
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