"In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through Him all things were made, and without Him nothing was made that has been made. In Him was life, and that life was the light of men. The Light shines … Continue reading Our Savior is born →

I recently came across this article: Why Asking Your Pastor if he is a member of the Clergy Response Team may change history and am reminded of so many salient issues that chaplains must consider in their service, their hearts, and their walk with Christ. This is a must read and the issues considered deeply. … Continue reading Who are you sharing your foxhole with? →

Once in a while someone remembers and talks about the not often recalled Battle of Peleliu, and this article is an excellent memorial.  I'm compelled to share it to honor my Grandfather and the Marines he led; to remind us that the horror of war is never to be glorified, and that the honor of … Continue reading Never Give Up →

This post originally appeared at Tactical Wisdom and is reposted here with permission from its author JD. As a dedicated student of God's word I am always encouraged when other disciples' study produces fruit that truly edifies us believers. This article and its 22 rules derived from Erasmus' The Manual of A Christian Knight and … Continue reading 22 Rules of a Christian Soldier →

. . . Not Man. This is a timely, important, and must-watch sermon by Pastor Shane Idleman Whatever Happens Next Do Not Comply

May we know our Lord in these dark days, and even without worldly understanding persevere in the eternal faith and hope that Christ Jesus, Emmanuel, brought to us.  Born to conquer death, the Savior is the light of Truth and Love as Yahweh manifest so that we may know Him; His profoundest sacrifice is the … Continue reading A Christmas Prayer →

Therefore, preparing your minds for action, and being sober-minded, set your hope fully on the grace that will be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ. (1Pe 1:13 ESV) It all comes down to the Cross In what feels like the quickening birth pains our Lord spoke of (in Matthew, Mark, Revelation) before … Continue reading Prepare →

Nathan H. A Dear Friend, Gone Too Soon 12/20/81 - 8/1/21 This is the second memorial in 2 months I've attended due to drug overdose. I was asked to speak (as Pastor) at Nathan's memorial. In my anger and grief, I prayerfully asked to be guided in what message I should convey. This is the … Continue reading On the passing of Nathan H. →

"Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one's life for his friends. You are My friends if you do whatever I command you. No longer do I call you servants, for a servant does not know what his master is doing; but I have called you friends, for all things that … Continue reading no greater love →

Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying: "Whom shall I send, And who will go for Us?" Then I said, "Here am I! Send me." (Isaiah 6:8 NKJV) While becoming ordained and trained/continuing training in Chaplaincy and pastoral care is the primary goal and function, there are the other parts of being a servant … Continue reading The Prepared Chaplain: where the rubber meets the road →