“If a kingdom is divided against itself, that kingdom cannot stand. If a house is divided against itself, that house cannot stand.” (Mark 3:24- 25 ,NIV2)July 2, 1863, would become an unforgettable day for Colonel Joshua L. Chamberlain’s 20th Maine regiment. Union...
Jersey Islanders had their first encounter with the Nazis on June 28, 1940. An air raid over St. Helier killed ten of their citizens and injured many others. Some time before this raid, the United Kingdom had demilitarized the Channel Islands. Unfortunately for the...
It was the end of the summer. Instead of our regular walk, I wanted something more exiting. The higher grounds where dirt bikers race would be the ideal place. I had no idea, however, that there would be so many mud puddles in the tracks. My first miscalculation. It...
"'The time has come,' he (Jesus) said. 'The kingdom of God has come near. Repent and believe the good news!'" (Mark 1:15, NIV2)In our day and age it is very hard to believe in good news. Politicians proclaim it, but it results in either tax hikes or strikes. At work,...
"Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. Truly I tell you, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it." (Mark 10:14-15, NIV2)Just yesterday I was looking...
The Nazis in Fougeres, France, were certain that they could repulse any attack from the Allies. After all, hadn't they conquered most of Europe and parts of Africa within a few years? They were strong, and they knew it.When the Allies arrived, however, to free the...
"'Well said, teacher,' the man replied. 'You are right in saying that God is one and there is no other but him. To love him with all your heart, with all your understanding and with all your strength, and to love your neighbor as yourself is more important than all...