LASER FOCUSED Have you ever been so focused on where you are going that you see nothing around you? You miss the journey or possibly helping someone along the way? On my Saturday runs, I run by a mega church. I have timed my runs to be in and out of this area due… Read More »
Human Faith vs. God’s Faith Have you tried to do something through human effort? Trying to make your mind push you forward over whatever hurdle or obstacle you were facing? We live in a world that wants you to tap into your feelings. Advertisers market to emotions. Even church services try to make you “feel… Read More »
Tug O’ War is one of the oldest athletic contests known throughout recorded history. It was part of the Olympics in Ancient Greece and was included in the modern Olympics until 1910. Far from the schoolyard variety that we all know, Tug O’ War is serious business in Scotland and Ireland. During the Highland games… Read More »
The heavy athletics events at the Highland games are quite exciting. Caber toss, stone put, 56 lb. weight for height and the hammer throw. Scottish heavy athletics owe their roots to the Highland warriors who would keep in shape between battles by competing amongst themselves with everyday implements. A stone, a blacksmith’s hammer, a tree… Read More »
Cork Ireland and The Seamen’s Christian Friend Society: We had the pleasure of meeting Colin on our mission trip to Ireland in 2016. Colin and his family support the Seamen’s Christian Society by going to the local port and bringing sailors bibles, knit hats and toys. Colin tirelessly shares God’s Word and encouragement to each… Read More »
Our family loves our Scottish and Irish traditions. Cooking specific dishes that have been handed down from generation to generations is one of our favorite things to do. As Believers, we are part of the highest family. The family of Jesus! We have the same right and authority to use that Name, as Peter did… Read More »
My Grandparents were amazing people. My Grandfather taught me how to work on my own car; fix a tire, change oil, and rebuild solenoids. My Grandmother taught me to cook and she could repair anything with caulk, glue, duct tape or thread. From a young age, I was taught to work hard and heard phrases… Read More »
When we arrived in Tijuana, MX we were greeted by a group of small children anxious to give us gum and candy. We were strangers, yet they ran to hug our legs. The muddy and sewage strewn streets brought home the reality of where these children played. The children squealed with glee as we sat… Read More »
I ran track in high school and college. I ran sprints, relay’s and hurdles. I always loved running, but once I graduated and moved into full time work, my running continued to take a backseat until it was a distant memory. Many years ago, while talking to God about finding some type of exercise that… Read More »
Have you planted a garden before? When our son was 5, he really wanted to plant a garden. We found a small area in our side yard that was perfect for a garden. We purchased seeds, dug the dirt and planted carrots, corn, tomatoes, onions and beans. Every day, our son would go out to… Read More »
