The Second Mile Published!
WOW, what can I say but that the day is finally here! My book, The Second Mile published! This book is dedicated to all those who feel that there is too much ‘water under the bridge’ for God to love …
Tag: Religion & Spirituality
Religion & Spirituality examines how humans try to reach God with or without Christ (religion), and the awareness one has regarding life and spiritual things (spirituality). Being religious or spiritual does not necessarily mean being godly.
Freedom and Obligation – Part 5
The following is adapted from a speech “Freedom and Obligation” delivered on May 14, 2016, at Hillsdale College’s 164th Commencement ceremony. My grandfather often reminded us that if we didn’t work, we didn’t eat, and that if we didn’t plant, …
Freedom and Obligation – Part 4
The following is adapted from a speech “Freedom and Obligation” delivered on May 14, 2016, at Hillsdale College’s 164th Commencement ceremony. Today, when it seems that grievance rather than responsibility is the main means of elevation, my grandfather’s beliefs may …
Freedom and Obligation – Part 3
The following is adapted from a speech “Freedom and Obligation” delivered on May 14, 2016, at Hillsdale College’s 164th Commencement ceremony. Being at Hillsdale College, it is appropriate that we should reflect briefly on our ancestors’ understanding of what was …
Freedom and Obligation – Part 2
The following is adapted from a speech “Freedom and Obligation” delivered on May 14, 2016, at Hillsdale College’s 164th Commencement ceremony. In my youth, we had a small farm. I am convinced that the time I spent there had much …
The Rule of Law
I’m sure many of you wonder how, and why, our country continues to devolve away from the rule of law. So do I. There seems to be a sickness in the land, and recent reports are disturbing, to say the …
Freedom and Obligation
Freedom and Obligation – 2016 Commencement Speech Clarence Thomas is an associate justice of the Supreme Court of the United States. Born in Pinpoint, Georgia, he is a graduate of the College of the Holy Cross and Yale Law School. …
Waiting
Waiting for something, like the beginning of an event or for another person to arrive, can be difficult. This can be due to a sense of uncertainty or because of an indeterminate time element. If you’re waiting for something you …
Providence
The design and plan of the Creator. God’s sovereignty. Destiny. The hand of God. These all convey a concept as old as the human race. The idea these terms impart can be summed up in one word, providence. I first …
The Second Mile: God’s Love In Action
Some of you guys have been following me for a little while, and I have some new folks here as well. Welcome to you all! I don’t know if you’re aware of it or not, but I have written a …