Tag Archives: christian

Someone’s Listening

Posted on December 30, 2016 by wisdomfromafather

A couple of weeks ago when I stopped at this quaint little diner, I received more than lunch. To set the scene, I had my phone turned on — something I rarely do in public places. But I was expecting … Continue reading →

Posted in life & love | Tagged christian, communication, conversation, DPchallenge, ecumenism, encouragement, faith, friends, life, listeening, love, music, relationships | Leave a comment

The Power of Music

Posted on April 7, 2016 by wisdomfromafather

There’s power in music. We all know it. The rhythm, the melody, the musical accompaniment and even the lyrics blend together to evoke an emotion in the listener. It could be up-tempo, relaxing, spiritual or jazzy. It can. I like … Continue reading →

Posted in blessings, encouragement, joy, love, relationships, songs, Uncategorized | Tagged blessings, christian, church, DPchallenge, driving, encouragement, Faith, honesty, Inspiration, joy, life, love, Music, Prayer, Radio, relationships, songs, Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Five Minute Friday — Alive

Posted on March 25, 2016 by wisdomfromafather

Surprise! It’s Friday and I’m venturing into my Five Minute Friday mode. Like I said, Surprise {okay, that was last week’s prompt word … a little carryover}. This week’s prompt courtesy of Kate Motaung (http://katemotaung.com/2016/03/24/five-minute-friday-alive/) is ALIVE. I’ll set the … Continue reading →

Posted in Five Minute Friday | Tagged alive, blessings, celebration, christian, DPchallenge, Easter, ecumenism, encouragement, Faith, five minute Friday, Friends, God, Good Friday, grace, grief, Inspiration, joy, life, love, Music, relationships, songs | 11 Comments

Do You Feel It?

Posted on June 8, 2014 by wisdomfromafather

Just sharing my thoughts from the pulpit today. May these words of my mouth and this meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer. Do you feel it. Do you FEEL it. Do … Continue reading →

Posted in encouragement, relationships, sermon, Uncategorized, West Fayette Presbyterian | Tagged appearance of Jesus, christian, Christian Pentecost, communication, DPchallenge, encouragement, Faith, faith, Holy Spirit, inspiration, Jesus, John 20:19-23; Acts 2:1-21, Mary Magdalene, pentecost, power of the Spirit, relationships, sermon, Uncategorized, West Fayette Presbyterian | Leave a comment

A Tale of Two Churches

Posted on March 15, 2014 by wisdomfromafather

Over a cup of coffee the last time I was in Ohio, I asked my daughter how things were going at her church. She said, “Okay. We’re still trying to get over that 800 active mark.” Hmm, I thought. At … Continue reading →

Posted in family, relationships, West Fayette Presbyterian, worship | Tagged christian, church, communication, community, contemporary Christian, contemporary Christian worship songs, DPchallenge, Faith, faith, family, Friends, Mainstreet, music, Prayer, relationships, West Fayette Presbyterian, worship, worship service | 2 Comments

Alexa Ranks and Other Gobbledygook

Posted on January 18, 2014 by wisdomfromafather

I recently became an administrator at Fellowship of Christian Bloggers (FOCB), although I don’t really know what that means except I get to visit other incredible Christian blogs. I’m working my way through the extensive 373 member list and keeping … Continue reading →

Posted in observations, stories, Uncategorized | Tagged Alexa, christian, DPchallenge, Faith, faith, Fellowship of Christian Bloggers, Google, observations, stories, Uncategorized, Writing, writing | 1 Comment

Country Christian — No. 5

Posted on September 5, 2013 by wisdomfromafather

Country Christian — a genre of country songs that have — at least for me — a Christian message. I opened the series with Beer with Jesus by Thomas Rhett, way back in October (Oct. 13). Since then I decided … Continue reading →

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A Year in Review

Posted on September 4, 2013 by wisdomfromafather

Anniversaries are a recognition of milestones. My wedding anniversary is Aug. 31. The anniversary of my wife’s death is Sept. 27. The anniversary of my entering the journalism field id Dec. 8 (part time) and Feb. 14 (full time). And … Continue reading →

Posted in family, growing up, love, marriage, Memories, prayer, relationships | Tagged christian, DPchallenge, encouragement, Faith, faith, family, Friends, growing up, love, marriage, Memories, Paterson, Prayer, relationships | Leave a comment

Country for the Soul — Part 2

Posted on August 21, 2013 by wisdomfromafather

To remind you of what this series is about, I enjoy country music … especially when I’m in my truck. It can be raunchy and risque at times, twangy and bring out the best (or worst) of our redneck feelings … Continue reading →

Posted in Readin', Ritin' & Rithmetic | Tagged christian, christian country, DPchallenge, encouragement, Faith, family, growing up, heaven, Inspiration, Music, red dirt road, relationships, songs | Leave a comment

Country for the Soul I

Posted on August 17, 2013 by wisdomfromafather

My Five Minute Friend Lisa Jo Baker posted this recently on her Facebook page: “Sometimes there’s nothing so good for the soul as country music.” Amen, Sister! I enjoy country music … especially when I’m in my truck. It can … Continue reading →

Posted in Readin', Ritin' & Rithmetic | Tagged angels, christian, country christian, DPchallenge, encouragement, Faith, family, Inspiration, Music, relationships, songs, Uncategorized | Leave a comment