The first five books of the old testament are known as the Torah, or the books of the law. In Genesis 3:21, God made coats of skin to clothe Adam and Eve. In Deuteronomy 34:6, He buried Moses. The Torah begins and ends with God demonstrating acts of kindness to His creation. We are no [...]
Entries from August 2008
August 28, 2008
Taco Soup
Fall is around the corner. Here’s an easy soup recipe everyone will enjoy. Brown 1 lb. of grd. beef with 1 chopped onion. Add to crock pot along with the following ingredients.
2 cans diced tomatoes
1 can tomatoes with chilies
1 small can chopped green chilies
1 can pinto beans
1 can chili beans
1 can yellow hominy
1 pkg. ranch [...]
August 25, 2008
The Finish Line
The Story of Flash E. McManus and Sted E. Eddie
Last week we had a Kids Crusade. It was based on a Nascar theme and the highlight of each night was a race between Flash E. McManus and Sted E. Eddie. Flash thought he was all that. He thought he could take it easy and enjoy [...]
August 21, 2008
The Value of Friends
In the multitude of counselors there is safety. Proverbs 11:46b
Two months ago I faced a dilemma. Although I’d prayed about the situation, I followed my prayer by presenting my predicament to six close friends.
I spoke to the first friend on the phone, and she gave me wise counsel. The weeks following our phone conversation I [...]
August 17, 2008
Forward . . . . Plow
Jesus replied, “No one who puts his hand to the plow and looks back is fit for service in the kingdom of God.” Luke 9:62 NIV
Before the use of machinery, farmers used oxen or horses to pull a plow. If a plowman plows half-heartedly his rows will be shallow and crooked. His peers will scoff [...]
August 14, 2008
His Ways Are Not Our Ways
In Judges chapter 7 the Midianites, Amalekites and the eastern people were enemies of God’s chosen people, Israel. While encamped in a valley the bible describes them as a multitude thick as grasshoppers and their camels were like the sand on the seashore–too numerous to number. In spite of their vast number, it appears that [...]
August 11, 2008
Easy Peanut Butter Fudge
1 can of vanilla frosting
18 oz. jar of peanut butter
Place each in a different bowl and microwave on high for 1 minute. Combine the two mixtures and beat well. Place in a 9″x13″ pan and refrigerate until it sets. Cut into squares.
