Monthly Archives: July 2013

Men

Posted on July 16, 2013 by Tom Bolton

Men A United Methodist pastor urged some 800 attendees of the National Gathering of United Methodist Men to become like the mighty men of David. The Rev. Shane Bishop, pastor of Christ United Methodist Church in Fairview Heights, Ill, told … Continue reading →

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At Peace Now

Posted on July 16, 2013 by Tom Bolton

In morning devotion: At Peace Now At peace this bright July morning, Green grass as deep green and fragrant as I can recall, The sky clear and welcoming me, The lake crystalline and deep azure, I fear nothing today. At … Continue reading →

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On Word, Law and Life: stanza 6

Posted on July 15, 2013 by Tom Bolton

In January 2012, I was continuing this piece based on Psalm 119, contemplating our study of the Word, covenant today and life–life in hope. F.  Freedom Walk Freely I embraced your blessings, Lord, and finally I find your promises in … Continue reading →

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Learning To Empathize

Posted on July 13, 2013 by Tom Bolton

Originally posted on Unshakable Hope:
As I begin typing this post, Ann, one of Mary’s oldest and closest friends, is having surgery to remove cancer from her body. Later she’ll have to go through radiation and chemotherapy treatments. In faith…

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Bread For the World on the Farm Bill

Posted on July 11, 2013 by Tom Bolton

Bread For the World on the Farm Bill There are important reminders in this article on the Farm Bill.  Bread for the World is a faith-based organization working to end hunger in the world.  I heartily recommend reading the article linked … Continue reading →

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Head Start Families at the Precipice

Posted on July 10, 2013 by Tom Bolton

Head Start Families at the Precipice Head Start Families at the Precipice This is a very important article about the impact of sequestration on real people.  It seems to me that people of faith need to digest this and act upon it.  … Continue reading →

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Joy in the Word

Posted on July 9, 2013 by Tom Bolton

I finished my exploration of Psalm 119 in early 2012, and periodically I return to look at 2 or 3 stanzas. I’m posting two verses today, and will post the last two verses on Friday. John Wesley said in his … Continue reading →

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