Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “Volume 41”
“But why Daniel”? This question has been asked over and over. Why did he have to leave us so soon? He was so young; just a week shy of his 18th birthday. The canoe and camping trip was a go. His occupation was planned. His future was as bright as his smile. This summer morning was to be like any …
I was born and raised in a home where I was blessed with God-fearing parents, two brothers and a good church community. We lived in the countryside, so I had plenty of space to roam and explore. I had a wonderful childhood. I was baptized as an infant. I went to church twice every Sunday. I attended a Christian school. The …
In February 2010, ten American volunteers went to Haiti to offer their assistance. Jim Allen was a last minute addition to the group. He was invited by his cousin and his cousin’s son to go along to help the earthquake ravaged people. Although he did not know the other members of the group of men and women, Jim felt his …
Sometimes we get the feeling that we are alone with our troubles in the world. We worry about what is going to happen next. These are not new feelings. In 1 Kings the prophet Elijah acted in a strong and brave manner for God one day, but felt alone and feared for his life the next. Elijah asked King Ahab …
Vending machines are simple – drop in a few coins, get your drink or treat, turn your back and walk away. You do your part, they do their part and everybody is happy – except when they don’t do their part. If the vending machine “eats” your coin, you find yourself tapping, pounding, kicking or otherwise inducing it to respond …
The story of the Chilean miners trapped underground for more than two months captivated the world. People checked the news daily to discover the latest developments. I was glad to hear that the 33 men were given Bibles to read. It must have been a very challenging, fearful time. The miners were in the dark, 622 meters below the surface of the …
Iraq-based American truck driver Paul Conroy is attacked, and then finds himself buried alive in a coffin, six feet underground. Using his mobile phone, he begins to call his list of contacts to tell them he is alive and to beg them to locate him. Time is as limited as his available oxygen. Those above ground try to find him, but …
Imagine a long jump competition held at the world famous Grand Canyon. Two star athletes agree to participate. Together they stand at the breathtaking precipice. Their stomachs churn as they peer down one mile into the Canyon. Quite a drop! They look across – 18 miles is a large gap. But they are the very best long jumpers in the …
Years ago a young guide at Niagara Falls had nothing to do, so he moored his boat well above the cataract, lay down in it and fell asleep. He thought he had tied the boat securely, but with its constant swaying the knot came undone. With the sleeping occupant, the boat began to drift with the current. Spectators on the shore, seeing …
When Prince William wanted to demonstrate just how deep his love for Kate Middleton was, he gave her the most meaningful and precious gift he could ever give. Burned in the memories of some who lived in the 80’s and 90’s are the heartbroken and sad faces of two young princes, William and Harry, whose mother had tragically died in …
