I am so glad that our grandchildren are interested in their world, and learning to understand what we can learn from history.
Civil War
Antebellum (Ya-Ya Sisterhood) Plantation Mansion Touches Our Souls
The mansion carries itself with a consummate dignity, an elderly, venerable gravitas that speaks of both a past and a future.
serving my family as a metaphor for spiritual life #foodie
This morning I’m sitting in the Toyota showroom, waiting for Rebekah’s little SUV to be serviced. It’s not the best creative writing environment, so I’m going to punt, and offer a new foodie post instead. Yesterday, about to head to… Read More ›
your family plus a positive faith community = God’s best
“Summer Vacation 2015” was built around one simple goal: Rebekah and I wanted to attend worship and meet the faith communities of people we love. That’s not necessarily an easy task for a preacher’s family. We tend to be kind of… Read More ›
battlefield photographs from Grant’s siege of Petersburg
Saturday Rebekah and I toured the Petersburg National Battlefield, just south of Richmond. It’s a tough stop to do justice to. Ten months of siege; more than 70 miles of earthworks; dozens of major engagements. The first action came on… Read More ›
unheralded Civil War site an inspiration
“You have heard the law that says, ‘Love your neighbor’ and hate your enemy. But I say, love your enemies! Pray for those who persecute you! In that way, you will be acting as true children of your Father in heaven.” – Jesus, Matthew… Read More ›
