by Mark | Jun 4, 2009 | Misc
Before Jesus took his ministry public, he spent 40 days without food and drink. This elongated fast was a time of spiritual preparation for his three years of ministry, healing, teaching, and ultimately his sacrificial death on the cross. Since Old Testament times,...
by Mark | May 23, 2009 | Misc
This weekend, we celebrate Memorial Day. Originally known as Decoration Day, the last Monday in May honors those men and women who died while serving in the military.Some years, I have let this holiday pass without even a private observance. I don’t want to do...
by Mark | Apr 24, 2009 | Misc
In his new book, The Noticer, Andy Andrews pays tribute to a man* who impacted his life. Plus, he invites his readers to “notice” those that have changed their lives. It’s my pleasure to introduce you to five of the many people have impacted my...
by Mark | Dec 18, 2008 | Misc
3.5 Lions out of 5I recommend this film for ages 8 and up (4 and up if watching with a parent)I believe both genders will enjoy this filmMichael Keaton plays a blues bandleader who loses his life on an icy road on his way home after a gig at Christmas. The following...
by Mark | Dec 16, 2008 | Misc
3.5 Lions out of 5I recommend this film for ages 18 and up (16 and up if watching with a parent)I believe men and women will equally like this filmCameron Diaz and Kate Winslet star as two workaholic women who’ve won in their professions but lost at love. They trade...
by Mark | Dec 3, 2008 | Misc
I was born in 1969. This was the year of Woodstock. The Vietnam War was raging–and being televised. And Neil Armstrong uttered words that defined a century.Every child is asked, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” I only had one answer:...