THE IDLE AMERICAN

Whether we bow in reverence to statistics or grow nauseous dealing with the barrage of numbers dealt with daily, most of us value “peace and goodwill” wherever we can find it. Foundational to both is Christian commitment for guidance on life’s highway.

THE IDLE AMERICAN

Media--both print and electronic-- have slathered us with minute details of Arlington’s Grand Prix. Surely their “slatherers” are either bent or broken for putting undue strain on us who are feigning interest when we’d sooner watch paint dry.

THE BIBLE SAYS

Apostle Paul said, “Make no provision for the sinful nature, to gratify its desires” (Romans 13:14). Rather, Paul encouraged these Roman Christians to “Clothe themselves with Christ.” Earlier in this passage, he reminds them that their salvation is nearer than when they first believed, (verse 11).

THE IDLE AMERICAN

One could strip mental gears trying to come up with a more “fitting” name than hers. Pat Worrell laughs at the thought of many introductory variations over the decades.In recent years, many introductions have been reduced to three endearing words: “The hat lady.

Pet Talk

Providing a safe, loving home for a dog is rewarding for many reasons, and it can sometimes be even more so for a canine companion with special needs.

THE IDLE AMERICAN

My Uncle Mort is committed to establishing a “Go Fund Me” campaign for postal workers of America, retroactive to whenever early voting began.

THE BIBLE SAYS

Apostle Paul said, “Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things” (Colossians 3:2). Setting our minds on things above is to live with an eternal mindset. An eternal perspective keeps us from spending too much time and effort pursuing material treasure and worldly accolade.

THE BIBLE SAYS

Jesus said, “The Father will honor anyone who serves Me” (John 12:26). Honor is a word that has faded in modern culture, yet it remains central to biblical Christianity. Scripture calls believers not only to give honor, but to live honorably, and it promises that God honors those who honor Him.

THE IDLE AMERICAN

My Uncle Mort sometimes has “bats in his belfry.”Fact is, he’s heard such second, third and fourth-hand opinions so many times that he’s begun research about these flying mammals.Now, he swells with pride when he hears the description, believing that he and bats are both grossly misunderstood….

THE BIBLE SAYS

Solomon said, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight” (Proverbs 3:5-6). Following your heart is something we hear often. Meaning to trust ourselves and follow our instincts.