THE IDLE AMERICAN

On occasion, I’ve been in the presence of the rich and/or famous. Usually, though, I am lost among hundreds--maybe thousands--turning out for political rallies or tent shows. At one, I blathered excitedly upon winning a box of Cracker Jacks!

THE BIBLE SAYS

Apostle Paul said, “Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called when you made your good confession in the presence of many witnesses” (1 Timothy 6:12).This verse is part of Paul’s personal letter to Timothy. The “good confession” refers to a public declaration of faith.

THE IDLE AMERICAN

Whether we bow in reverence to statistics or grow nauseous dealing with the barrage of numbers dealt with daily, most of us value “peace and goodwill” wherever we can find it. Foundational to both is Christian commitment for guidance on life’s highway.

THE IDLE AMERICAN

Media--both print and electronic-- have slathered us with minute details of Arlington’s Grand Prix. Surely their “slatherers” are either bent or broken for putting undue strain on us who are feigning interest when we’d sooner watch paint dry.

THE BIBLE SAYS

Apostle Paul said, “Make no provision for the sinful nature, to gratify its desires” (Romans 13:14). Rather, Paul encouraged these Roman Christians to “Clothe themselves with Christ.” Earlier in this passage, he reminds them that their salvation is nearer than when they first believed, (verse 11).

THE IDLE AMERICAN

One could strip mental gears trying to come up with a more “fitting” name than hers. Pat Worrell laughs at the thought of many introductory variations over the decades.In recent years, many introductions have been reduced to three endearing words: “The hat lady.

Pet Talk

Providing a safe, loving home for a dog is rewarding for many reasons, and it can sometimes be even more so for a canine companion with special needs.

THE IDLE AMERICAN

My Uncle Mort is committed to establishing a “Go Fund Me” campaign for postal workers of America, retroactive to whenever early voting began.

THE BIBLE SAYS

Apostle Paul said, “Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things” (Colossians 3:2). Setting our minds on things above is to live with an eternal mindset. An eternal perspective keeps us from spending too much time and effort pursuing material treasure and worldly accolade.

THE BIBLE SAYS

Jesus said, “The Father will honor anyone who serves Me” (John 12:26). Honor is a word that has faded in modern culture, yet it remains central to biblical Christianity. Scripture calls believers not only to give honor, but to live honorably, and it promises that God honors those who honor Him.