The Farmer

It was a life of constant work. Life on the farm was not one of ease. There were cows to milk, animals to feed, and crops to tend. They planted, grew, and harvested the food for the animals on that farm. It started in early spring. The ground needed plowing, which was accomplished by standingContinue reading “The Farmer”

The Water Walker

We were at the lake recently, and the subject of Jesus Christ came up. Son #1: “Hey, guys. Let’s play a game.” Us: “What kind of game?” Him: “I want to walk on water. You know, like Jesus did.” Us: “Well, good luck with that, buddy.” Jesus had no other way to go across theContinue reading “The Water Walker”

The Prayers

One of my goals as a Dad is to lead my children to Christ. Part of that includes teaching them to pray. We’re encouraged when they ask us to pray for them, which means they believe prayer works. But even better than that is when they start praying on their own accord. The boys haveContinue reading “The Prayers”

In the Valley

I thought I would change it up tonight. Instead of my normal post, here’s a video. There’s a guitar involved and a song you may have never heard unless you’re of a certain age. I’m not of a certain age, but my parents are. And they’re the reason I know this song. I hope youContinue reading “In the Valley”

The Story

Son #1 has been particularly interested in the biblical account of the crucifixion — from the Garden of Gethsemane to the Ascension and Second Coming. He enjoys reenacting each story. “Hey, Dad, let’s go to my room and tell the story of Jesus on the cross!” “Let’s do it in the living room.” “But theContinue reading “The Story”