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Posted on February 10, 2023 by TonyFebruary 10, 2023

As I write this, it’s quickly turning into a Friday night out there in the big, bad world. And once again I’ll be stayin’ in. No bar-hoppin’ or country-clubbin’ or dive-dippin’ again this week. So, here I sit. All I can do is sing the blues about where I’m not goin’. And who I’m not seein’. And what I’m not doin’.

I can also sing the blues about monotony of it all.

Yep. Day in. Day out. Same ol’ same ol’. Get up. Have some coffee and breakfast. And go to work. Get enough work done to take a lunch break. And then, get back to work.

I’m a solopreneur. And the kind of work I do doesn’t include a lot of telephone calls. So, that’s a plus. But then again, I basically only hear the drone of my own thoughts inside my head. Or the occasional sound of my wife’s voice when it’s time for lunch or if she requires my assistance on anything.

Yep. Day in. Day out. Same ol’ same ol’.

Get up. Have some coffee and…oh…did I already say that?

Oops. See what I mean? Now, it’s even spilling over into my writing. Was there ever a more forlorn, miserable, sorrowful, dejected, despondent, disconsolate, wretched, abject, and morose soul than me?

Actually…

What you’ve just read, heard, or otherwise witnessed, is an exercise in perspective. Because I could put that sort of spin on my life and keep myself, as they described in O’ Brother Where Art Thou, a man of constant sorrow. But I am FAR from that.

I don’t sing the blues for my life. Because those descriptions I shared with you are a big part of why I know my life is blessed beyond measure. I don’t GOT to do those things. I GET to do those things. From the coffee in the morning to the last bit of work at my desk for the day.

And I’m a solopreneur who GETS to work from the comfort of home. My ancestors didn’t have that awesome luxury. Well, unless you exclude the ones who got to live on a self-sustaining farm or ranch. They had an awesome life, too. But it wasn’t as cushy as mine. Because if they didn’t tend to the food, they didn’t have any.

Yeah, I have the luxury of thinking time.

And journaling time. Something our farming, ranching American pioneers didn’t have. And, sadly, many Americans, today, don’t have it either. But I DO. And it’s a huge reason I wrote a song that says:

So, I know I’ve got no right to sing the blues.
And I guess I’ll go put on my happy shoes.
If the dark thoughts try to tempt me, I’ll refuse.
‘Cause I know I’ve got no right to sing the blues.

(from my song, No Right To Sing The Blues)

And I don’t have to pay the dues for all the mistakes I’ve made. And that’s the biggest blessing of them all.

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Posted on February 9, 2023 by TonyFebruary 9, 2023

The choice you might make will lead to heartbreak

Some are more important than others. And some have little to no consequences. But some can make you stop in your tracks. Because you realize the choice you make today could change your whole life. And there’s no choice that proves that true more than the one called “pro choice.”

Ironically, virtually every “pro choice” ends in a huge con lie. Because there’s an innocent person who dies just because you “choose” to make sure that happens.

But I don’t have a lecture for you right now. And I won’t try to present a bunch of facts and figures about why you shouldn’t do it. I’ll just offer up what I do best. A rhyme. Something to consider, before

The Choice You Might Make

You’re standing on the edge of a decision.
You’re hiding from the eyes of future dreams.
You think you’re facing cold hearts and derision,
But this life isn’t always what it seems.

You’re drowning in the murky mass opinion.
You’re gasping for a breath of fresher air.
Denial of the truth makes you a minion,
Denial of a life means you don’t care.

Caught in a whirlwind, swimming in flames,
Counting the faces without any names,
And it’s the choice you might make now that blames
You.

You tell yourself it’s sweet emancipation.
But, sadly, you will just become a slave
To nightmares, lies, and selfish adoration
Of ideas reaching far beyond the grave.

Before erasing someone else’s chances
For life and liberty and happiness,
See how you get to choose your circumstances.
Why would you want them having any less?

Caught in a whirlwind, swimming in flames,
Counting the faces without any names,
And it’s the choice you might make now that blames
You.

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Posted on February 8, 2023 by TonyFebruary 8, 2023

A straight line is the shortest route between two points. One of the most difficult lessons I ever learned in Geometry. You know what I’m talkin’ about. Right? Yeah, the struggle is real. And so many people struggle to stay on that line from point A to point B.

But, c’mon man. What’s difficult to understand about a straight line?

Back in the “olden days,” there used to be these things called malls. And they were places where you could browse through shop after shop, safe inside a giant building, without a single care about the weather.

And when you first got there, if you didn’t know where everything was, you could just check the “mall maps.” You’d stand in front of a plexiglass case and look for the “you are here” spot. And then you’d know how to get where you were going. Because you knew the starting point.

Ok, where you are, in your life, right now is your “you are here” starting point. Your point A.

And your point B is where you want to go. Or where you’d rather be. Do you know where that is?

On the mall maps, you could locate the store you wanted, point yourself in that direction, and walk straight to it. Successful end result, in a fraction of the time. Easy peasy. No problemo. Sí?

But hold on there, Mister (or Missy). Not so fast.

That straight line from Point A to Point B ain’t quite that easy because of a little thing called distraction.

After all; you’re in a mall.

You’re bound to see something you just “gotta have.” Something you didn’t realize, till now, you couldn’t live without. Like that awesome surround sound digital high-rez giant screen TV. Or maybe, just maybe, you smelled it, and your nose won’t let you forget that scrumptious cinnamon roll you’ve “earned” for all your hard work this week.

Suddenly, without fair warning, distractions destroy your straight line mission.

And your “best efforts” to stay the course are obliterated for all eternity.

Hang on there, Bandwagon Buckaroo. Remember, you’re not in a mall anymore. And your past meanderings don’t have to define your so-called destiny.

Today is a new day. And you can start over. You can find your A and B Points and get back on a straight line. And this isn’t mystical, magical, or mind over matter stuff. It’s just what marketers call persistence. Or consistency. And, as ranchers will tell you, a matter of “git back on that horse that threw you and ride.”

Forget that “work harder, not smarter” mantra.

Do what your competition won’t do. Work harder AND smarter. Get better at what you do. And learn new stuff, too. Figure out how to do more in less time. Dive into more software programs that help you be the one others need. And streamline your efficiency.

And then, grind it out. Practice, practice, practice! “Being smarter” isn’t enough. Here’s a line I came up with, years ago, that shows what I mean:

Education without Application leads to a Continuation of Frustration. (You may quote me on that. Just make sure my name is in the credits.)

One more point.

All your best efforts and successes won’t amount to a mountain of deer droppings if you don’t also have a straight line perspective on eternity.

I’m always harping on about how this life ain’t all there is. And I’m 100% confident I’m right about that. And if I AM right, it means there are two places where you could end up after this life. Each one is a place where you could be forever. And if I’m right (and I am), one of those places will be unimaginably awful. But it’s also undeniably easy to avoid.

And right now, your Point A is here on Earth.

My suggestion is to make sure Point B is Heaven. And there’s only one Way to make sure.

Do you know the Way?

If you take a stand and you stand for the Way,
You might never be rich.
But no gold here beats the treasure in Heaven,
And you’ll know which is which.

(from the song, Take A Stand)

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Posted on February 5, 2023 by TonyFebruary 5, 2023

Spiders and snakes. That ain't what it takes.

Jim Stafford co-wrote and recorded a really stupid song called “Spiders and Snakes” way back in the 20th century. I don’t like the song. But I agree with his lyrics.

“I don’t like spiders and snakes.”

Yeah, that’s a big ten four (that’s CB language for I totally agree) good buddy. I definitely do NOT like those species. And, yes, I will kill them just for being around. Harsh? Hardly.

Do you know what those dastardly little devils will do to you if given a chance? Well, trust me, it ain’t something cuddly wuddly.

So, you might wonder why I’d even bring up spiders and snakes if I hate ’em so much. And normally I wouldn’t. But I saw a blurb about one spider, in particular, that I thought was interesting. It’s a species of black tarantula. And it can be found near Sacramento, California and surrounding areas.

OK. So what? Right?

But do you remember what else happens to be in the Sacramento, California area? Just in case you’re not familiar with that part of the country, I’ll tell you. Folsom Prison. And does that ring a bell for you? If not, I’ll just tell you that’s the prison made famous by Johnny Cash in his song, “Folsom Prison Blues.”

And, in case you don’t know, Mr. Cash was known as “the man in black.”

You’re probably starting to connect some dots right about now. Hmm, the man in black. And a black tarantula. Is there a connection?

Bingo, bango, bongo! Yes, there IS a connection!

Turns out, the blurb I read said that “species of black tarantula that lives near Folsom Prison, California, was named after Johnny Cash.”

The official species name is Aphonopelma johnnycashi. That’s Latinese in case you didn’t know.

Anyway…

Imagine having a spider species named after you. The man in black might have liked it. But I’d have to take a hard pass on that. Give me birds any day. You can keep your spiders and snakes.

The blurb also included a video that used a song Johnny Cash sang called, “God’s Gonna Cut You Down.”

And it’s a song I believe points to everyone who mocks God, rebels against Him, or just chooses not to believe He exists. Check out the lyrics. There’s some truth in ’em:

God’s Gonna Cut You Down

You can run on for a long time
Run on for a long time
Run on for a long time
Sooner or later, God’ll cut you down
Sooner or later, God’ll cut you down

Go tell that long-tongue liar
Go and tell that midnight rider
Tell the rambler, the gambler, the back-biter
Tell ’em that God’s gonna cut ’em down
And tell ’em that God’s gonna cut ’em down

Well, my goodness gracious, let me tell you the news
My head’s been wet with the midnight dew
I’ve been down on bended knee, talkin’ to the man from Galilee
He spoke to me in the voice so sweet
I thought I heard the shuffle of angels’ feet
He called my name and my heart stood still
When he said, “John, go do My will!” (chorus)

(Repeat 1st verse)

Well, you may throw your rock, and hide your hand
Workin’ in the dark against your fellow man
But as sure as God made black and white
What’s done in the dark will be brought to the light

~ public domain

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Posted on February 4, 2023 by TonyApril 24, 2023

Melancholy art with a part from the heart

Several years ago I shared an old love song I wrote. It wasn’t for anyone in particular. I guess it was sort of a culmination of feelings and thoughts from different relationships. But I’d be willing to bet this melancholy art is a reflection of more than just MY experiences.

I’m sharing the lyrics to this melancholy art, down below.

And I’m gonna share the only recording I have of it in the The Power of God’s Love Podcast version of this post. The song’s called “Slipping Slowly Away From Me.” I recorded it on my old Yamaha MT 1X 4-track cassette recorder. And I used my Yamaha DX7 (the granddaddy of digital keyboards) along with my Yamaha RX-11and RX-21 drum and percussion machines.

Did I mention this recording took place in my motel studio? Yeah, when I was on the road full time, I’d have plenty of time to dedicate to songwriting and recording. But all the recording was done in a makeshift studio setup in whatever motel room I was in at the time.

And the technology of the day was my trusty 4-track cassette recorder. So, that meant that I had to ping-pong and bounce tracks. However, this song was just me singing, playing the electric piano sound in my DX-7 (to a programmed beat on the RX-11) and recording it all in one take. No ping-ponging. No bouncing. I think the song actually stands up pretty well. In fact, I might just do a makeover in my Mac studio.

As I mentioned, the song isn’t and wasn’t for someone in particular.

It was just words that worked their way to the surface as I thought about a melody and rhythm I played. But they sort of remind me of some lines from King David’s Psalm 51. His terrible deeds had been discovered. And he didn’t want to lose his connection to God. Read those words here. And see how gut-wrenching his anguish was.

Anyway, here are the lyrics to the song. Be sure to tune in to the podcast if you wanna hear my raw version from over 30 years ago.

Slipping Slowly Away

Even now I can feel your love slipping slowly away from me
I want to be yours and I want to be mine,
And I know there’s no way that can be

It’s a paradox of my heart and my soul,
But I can’t change my ways, if I won’t change my goal.
Well, maybe someday I will find I was wrong,
And there won’t be a place where my heart can belong,
And even now I can feel your love slipping slowly away from me.

Day by day I can feel your warmth slipping slowly away from me
I want you to stay, but I think you should leave
And these two thoughts are killing me.

You can’t expect much from a person like me.
I’m not sure what I am or for sure what I’ll be.
I can’t make demands on a heart that’s so dear
‘Cause I’m always so far when you want me so near,
And day by day I can feel your warmth slipping slowly away from me.

Slowly, you’re slipping slowly away,
And I long for the day when we met.
Slowly, yeah you’re slipping slowly away
And I wanted to say…that I won’t forget.

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Posted on February 3, 2023 by TonyFebruary 3, 2023

Nice guy, pie in the sky, apple of His eye

I’m a nice guy. Ask anybody. Well, don’t ask Greg. Because he’d life if the truth sounded better. But other than that, ask anybody.

Well, come to think of it, don’t ask the millions upon millions who hate me just because I say Jesus is the only Way to eternal life. They’re obviously not good judge of characters. And don’t ask other Christians who condemn me for calling evil people, evil (and, yes, evil people really do exist).

Wow, this list is starting to add up. But I AM a nice guy.

But don’t ask any of my friends or family members who prefer to compromise on God’s eternal commandments. And, unfortunately, there are quite a few of them, too.

But, other than that, ask anybody. They’ll tell you I’m a nice guy. Or at least agree with my assessment.

OK, seriously. I know, apart from the Grace of God, I’m not very nice. And left to my own standards I’d probably be a philanderer, a cad, and a general-all-around-ne’er-do-well. Thankfully I’ve learned to trust in the One whose way is higher than mine. And I trust His ways are not lower than mine, too.

And I love, yes love, the Living God who hears my prayers of doubt, need, and weakness. He’s open to my prayers of thankfulness, too. And He’s a true Living God who has gone beyond anything anyone can even imagine to be sure I have eternal life.

Because He’s infinitely and truly good.

So, He doesn’t force me to choose His Way.

He provides a choice. I can follow His guidelines and live more abundantly, and ultimately forever. Or I can choose to rebel against His guidelines, live by my own “nice guy” standards, and pay my own way forever.

I choose life.

Jesus didn’t die His horrible death to forgive me of my sins. He died to provide forgiveness for my sins. And yours. It’s still my choice. And yours. Eternal. life-less existence apart from God. Or eternal, joy-filled life with Him.

I choose life.

God made the Way to forgive a “nice,” fatally flawed guy like me. And that shows how willing He is to change in my behalf. And, again, the same is true for anybody on Earth.

Now that’s mighty nice!

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Posted on February 1, 2023 by TonyFebruary 1, 2023

Brain power rhyme because you've got the time

When I was a kid, most moms were homemakers. And they’d make breakfast for us kids before sending us off to school. Because moms love us. And they want us to start the day with plenty of brain power. We didn’t always have absolutely perfect meals. But 9 times out of 10 we had something more than dried up, sugar-loaded cereal, out of a box. I remember bacon, eggs, toast, cantaloupe, oranges, bananas, oatmeal with pecans or walnuts, and lots more good stuff like that.

Yep, real food has lots more nutrition for lots more brain power.

What a concept! Wonder who came up with that.

And they help build powerful brains for your whole lifetime. With a powerful brain that’s wide awake, you can read faster, understand more, and learn how to make the most of the gifts and talents God gave you.

That’s why I wrote this rhyme about the difference between being a lame brain or a brainy brain. Share it with your kids and/or grandkids. But it applies to adults, too. That’s right. I’m lookin’ at YOU.

Now, get out of your chair, go make a grass-fed hamburger wrapped in bacon, and give your brain a good workout. Otherwise you could end up with a

Lame Brain

A lame brain can’t drive a train.
A lame brain can’t fly a plane.
And a lame brain can’t add or spell.
A lame brain don’t talk so well.

A brainy brain reads poems and books.
A brainy brain takes second looks.
And a brainy brain eats greens and fruit.
A brainy brain has pep to boot.

So, a lame brain or brainy brain,
Which one will your head contain?
From breakfast and all through the day,
Go for brainy…all the way.

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Posted on January 31, 2023 by TonyJanuary 31, 2023

Stuff and nonsense and the very best defense

Human beings are curious creatures. Especially those of us who’ve been fortunate to have been born in a “free” society where so much stuff and nonsense happens in the name of freedom.

And I’ve said, before, that Americans tend to be very image-bound and sound-byte-gagged.

First, they see what seems to be the definition of success. Then, they measure themselves against it. When the dollar amounts start to boggle the mind, or the beauty is beyond fantasy, or the “stuff” is piled up on TV, feelings of inadequacy pop up.

And, again, that’s just stuff and nonsense.

So, I recommend you remember that you’re not the sum total of your dollars. Not the sum total of your beauty. And certainly not the sum total of your stuff. It would definitely be nonsense to think so.

And you’re not the sum total of the labels you wear through this life. You’re especially not the sum total of the labels other people attach to you. Those don’t make you. And they shouldn’t break you. So, here’s what I’ve always recommended. Think it over. And I think you’ll see it has its foundation in the wisdom you can only find in the Bible.

Work to produce…not for the money.
Play to relax…not to escape.
Laugh to enjoy…not to cover up.
Love to give…not to acquire.
And live to be thankful…not to compare.

You are the sum total of where you position yourself for eternity.

Choose wisely, and…

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Posted on January 30, 2023 by TonyJanuary 30, 2023

Tuesday blessings in a song. Has it really been that long?

It’s Monday, as I write this. But today marks a sad day that happened 14 years ago. It was sad for those who had to say goodbye. But my guess is, it was a glorious day for one person. And it was a day that added to a chain of days I’d watched that inspired me to write a song about the Tuesday blessings that left too soon. Not the day of the week. No, it was about a little girl named Tuesday. Here’s the song…

“Tuesday blessings” doesn’t truly cover the life of a little girl.

But, in the video, you can see what a cute, little fighter she was. And the struggles her family went through brought about blessings they still might not fully realize.

Because nobody can fully understand what transformations might take place in the heart during a tragedy like this. But I DO know (as others I respect know) that those transformations can have eternal consequences when you’re willing.

My hope is that anyone who has to suffer the loss of a little one, like this special little girl, will remember (or discover) that this life is a snippet. You enjoy only a fraction of life here on Earth. And there’s a forever life beyond this planet. But it’s only for those who choose it.

The little girl in the video never reached the age of accountability. So, she soared to Heaven when she died. But if you’re already past that age, you’ve got a serious decision to make. Choose wisely.

Remember Tuesday

Years are short, and days are long…
And we forget the time when lives go wrong,
But we will remember…we’ll remember Tuesday.

Precious plans and hopes and dreams
Fade away like evening’s last sunbeams,
But we will remember…we’ll remember Tuesday.

Tuesday…a life gone by…so few days…
Tuesday…we will rejoice your new days.

Years may pass, and dreams may fade,
And we’ll forget the desperate way we prayed,
But we will remember…we’ll remember Tuesday.

Tuesday…a life gone by…so few days…
Tuesday…we will rejoice your new days.

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Posted on January 26, 2023 by TonyApril 22, 2023

Power of love is a serious thing. It makes angels sing.

Huey shared the news back in the 80’s. Jennifer Rush wrote about it back in 1984. And Céline Dion repeated Jennifer’s message in 1994. That message was about the power of love. And people evidently were open to the idea. Because they all had big hits with their songs.

But none of them had a clue about the never-ending power of love.

And, of course, I don’t mean the power of love two people experience when they meet and get to know each other. Yeah, that can be (or at least feel like) a powerful force. But it pales in comparison to the power of God’s love.

I recently led a small group through a look at Paul’s letters to everyone from the Galatians to Philemon. And I told my listeners that it wouldn’t be a Bible study on the history of any of those people. And it wouldn’t be an apologetic, hermeneutic, eschatological, or critically interpretive Bible study. Because I’ve found the thread that runs through Paul’s letters to be love. And how love’s power provides us Grace.

Each week, when I’d mention the power of love, I’d say how “I’m not talking about the Huey Lewis kind of power.” And everyone would laugh and laugh. (oops, sorry. I must have drifted off there a second.)

Anyway…

When you read through Paul’s letters to the churches he ministered to, it’s easy to see how much he cared about, and for, them. If you’ve never read his letters, do yourself a favor. And pay close attention to how many times Paul mentions love and grace. I don’t know the exact number. But it’s a lot.

And here’s the reason I took those listeners through his letters with love as the focus.

I’d like you to zoom out from all the details in the Bible.

And when you zoom out and see the big picture, it should become clear that it’s a love letter, to you and me, from God. He loves His human creations so much that He’s worked, the entire time we’ve existed, to be sure we could be with Him forever in paradise.

But you know us humans. We just gotta do it “My Way.” But my way, and your way, ain’t THE Way. And THE Way is the only way to get to Heaven and stay. Of course, THE Way is Jesus. But I know the mere mention of His name shows how out of touch with the times I am.

So, I guess I’ll just leave it at that. Do with it what you will. As for me? Well, Huey sang, “The power of love is a curious thing. Make one man weep. Make another man sing.”

I’m the singing one.

You can be strong in Grace.
And be sure your life is worthwhile.
You can be glad for every moment you’re alive.
And when you’re strong in Grace,
You can face the day with a sure smile
Knowing one day soon the Savior will arrive.

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Posted on January 25, 2023 by TonyApril 21, 2023

The butterfly effect and chaos theory originated in hopeless minds. There. I said it. And it’s up to you to convince me I’m wrong. Otherwise, I’m right. But just because those minds were hopeless doesn’t mean there’s not an infinite amount of reasons to remain hopeful. Far from it.

The butterfly effect doesn’t account for Truth.

And truth provides the conclusion that this complex planet, and all the life in it, is not an “accident.” Brilliant (and hope-filled) minds have determined that overwhelming evidence points to a created universe. A complex, designed universe that most definitely had an even more complex designer.

And even if none of those brilliant minds, or the rest of the world agreed with me, I’d still say we are all created beings, not accidents. And a completely different butterfly effect is one of the reasons I say that.

Have you ever watched a mama butterfly nurture her baby butterflies? It’s just the cutest…uh, wait. No, you haven’t ever seen that. Know why? Because it doesn’t happen. And that’s because butterflies start out as an egg that becomes a larva, aka: caterpillar. Then, the larva becomes a pupa, or chrysalis, and that’s where it really gets interesting.

Enter, Metamorpho, shape-shifting Superhero.

Actually, let’s leave the lame DC comic book hero out of this and get back to the real hero.

The pupa/chrysalis goes through metamorphosis. And that’s when it turns to “mush” inside its own cocoon. And that, my dear Watson, could never happen in a quintillion years, without a process already coded into place. Because, think about it. How could “mush” function on its own? Much less turn into a butterfly.

I’ll tell you how.

God created life.

And that includes butterflies, obviously. Did you know there are 750 species of butterflies in America? But that’s nothin’. There are over 17,000 species in the world. Wow!. That’s a whole lotta butter flying around.

And they’re beautiful, delicate creatures that reveal a glimpse into God’s infinite creativity. But they’re not the part of His creation He favors most. That would be YOU. And me.

And anyone who wants to live forever in a paradise where even the most beautiful creatures pale in comparison. His only requirement is based on Love.

God’s love provided eternal life. A free gift. Paid for by the one named Jesus. And turns out Jesus went through His own metamorphosis in order to be able to pay off the whole world’s debts. He lived through eternity past as a Spirit, the second part of the Triune nature of God.

You don’t have to fully comprehend that any more than you can fully comprehend the metamorphosis of a butterfly. But when you can trust the truth of it, based on thousands of years of evidence, the reward is eternal. And your life will forever bask in the butterfly effect of God’s love.

Butterflies Are For Kids

Those butterflies they flutter by
And never make a sound.
Some soar up high into the sky…
Some just above the ground.

They land on flowers in the yard
And gently stretch their wings.
And then they fold them up again
To tend to other things.

Some little kids with little nets
Run barefoot through the yard.
They try to catch some butterflies,
But find out that it’s hard…

‘Cause butterflies fly up and down
And back and forth so well.
For kids who want to capture one
It’s like a magic spell.

They laugh and squeal in sheer delight
They nearly flip their lids.
And that’s why I’m quite sure that God
Made butterflies for kids.

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Posted on January 23, 2023 by TonyApril 21, 2023

Cellular biology was designed for you and me

It’s so sad that so many people believe you can kill a little boy or girl just because of how they look or where they live. And I mean the very youngest boys and girls. The most innocent boys and girls. The boys and girls who can’t even fight for themselves. Can’t even say a word. And, of course, I mean the tiny boys and girls that cellular biology shows exist from the moment of human conception.

And our technology now gives us amazing views of cellular biology.

So many people are unwilling to admit a little boy or girl exists in a single cell. But that’s a willful ignorance toward an obvious truth. Human beings have a beginning. You and I (and every person) had/has a beginning. The moment a human sperm fertilizes a human egg, another human life begins. And cellular biology has discovered the incredible amount of microengineering that takes place in a single human cell.

To believe all that goes on, in that single cell, could ever have evolved is to take an almost infinite blind leap of faith.

Watch this video of an animated representation of what took place when you were a single cell. And keep in mind, this is one part of what’s going on down at that “invisible” level. The makers of the video describe it like this: “Masterpieces of microengineering, kinesins are motorized transport machines that move cellular materials to their correct locations in the cell so they can perform their functions. Kinesins have two feet, or globular heads, that literally walk, one foot over another. Known as the workhorses of the cell, kinesins can carry cargo many times their own size.”

That’s just one example of why the Bible says…

For You formed my inward parts; You covered me in my mother’s womb. I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Marvelous are Your works, and that my soul knows very well.

So, you and I are amazing creatures. By Design. And we have an eternal future. Either to look forward to or to dread. But we didn’t have an eternal past. And we didn’t just end up here by accident. We’re here because there IS someone who IS eternal from eternity past through eternity future.

And that’s where Life has always been and always will be. And that’s why I wrote the song, “You Are,” about God that says…

You are…the start and finish
You are…the Morning Star.
Your love will not diminish.
You’re the Life Everlasting.
You’re the Rock of offense.
And You’re the Only Source of Truth
Who makes it all make sense.

It’s the first song in the “Raise The Praise” collection. And it can be found with the other 11 songs in a handy songbook journal. If you’re someone who enjoys praise music AND who takes notes or journals your activities, this is a great book. You can either click or tap on the link below or you can scan my glasses with your mobile device. Either way, don’t delay.

Celebrate your awesome cellular biology and get your Raise the Praise songbook journal today.

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Posted on January 21, 2023 by TonyApril 20, 2023

Habitual liars just make up stuff as they go along. I think we can all agree on that. Right?

But what we might not agree on are the lies. Most everyone who subscribes to my blog, emails, The Power of God’s Love Podcast, YouTube channel, or social media profiles has similar worldviews. But maybe you’re different. Maybe you’ll be the one who disagrees with what I’m about to mention. Here’s a headline…

Disproportionate impact on women by the Covid-19 pandemic

And the article said that more women experienced sickness and death from Covid-19 than men. And there are two reasons why that’s a ridiculous thing to say.

One: It implies that sickness and death from a pandemic should be fair and equitable.

Two: It isn’t true.

I did some checking. And I didn’t find one site, with stats on Covid related deaths, that said more women got sick and/or died from it. In fact, I didn’t find one site that didn’t say the opposite. More men than women have gotten sick and/or died from it.

But it the headline was on social media. So it’s gotta be true. So, what’s goin’ on here?

Could it be that people truly do make stuff up?

The better question is, why do people so easily fall for all that stuff?

If we could travel back in time, we could ask Herr Hitler. Adolph understood how you simply tell a lie boldly enough, loudly enough, and often enough and it “becomes the truth” to the illogical masses.

And as Yogi Berra said, “it’s deja vu all over again.”

But here’s the incredibly sad part to it all. That made up stuff makes slaves out of the majority of people. And they believe they’ve made their own choices and created their own destinies. But they’ve simply allowed themselves to be manipulated into voting for their own party’s socialism over the opposing party’s socialism. And they’ve opted for soundbite truth over real Truth.

So, most people, sadly, will never know the Truth that can set them free. As for me, I wouldn’t wanna live without knowing that Truth. Because I…

Have To Believe

I can hear my heart, but I just can’t feel my life.
I can feel You cut, but I just can’t see the knife.
You slip Yourself inside of me
To show me what I’m meant to be;
Unlock me with Your golden key;
Protect me from the wizardry
Of this world far below.

I can feel Your love; though I never see Your face,
And whenever I’m alone,
You still fill the empty space.
I never have to reach for You.
You always seem to pull me through.
You do the things that I can’t do;
Not even if I wanted to…not even if I tried.

And I have to believe…You did everything for me.
‘Cause what I have to believe
Is the truth that sets me free

You must know my dreams
Because you’re making them all come true.
I know that You’re the One
Because no one could but You.
Your steady hand is always near.
With perfect love You conquer fear.
You brush away the dark veneer,
And suddenly it’s all so clear which way I should go.

And I have to believe…You did everything for me.
‘Cause what I have to believe
Is the truth that sets me free

Well, I’m not sure if I deserve it.
I’m lighter than air and soaring like a bird,
And if I can love You any better…just say the Word!

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Posted on January 19, 2023 by TonyApril 19, 2023

When I led the praise and worship music, at a church in the greater Denver area, I made sure to include old hymns. Because so many of those “old songs” have such meaningful depth. And one of them has remained so popular, through the years, it was even sung by Elvis. How Great Thou Art was originally written back in the 1800’s.

I kept recordings from some of those hymns. And I even had a collection of them on a CD, back then, called “Hymns for Him.” I don’t sell that now. But you can listen to one of them, at the video below, and here are lyrics to…

How Great Thou Art

O Lord my God, When I in awesome wonder,
Consider all the worlds Your Hands have made;
I see the stars, I hear the rolling thunder,
Your power throughout the universe displayed.

Chorus:
Then sings my soul, My Saviour God, to Thee,
How great Thou art, How great Thou art.
Then sings my soul, My Saviour God, to Thee,
How great Thou art, How great Thou art!

And when I think, that God, His Son not sparing;
Sent Him to die, I scarce can take it in;
That on the Cross, my burden He was bearing,
He bled and died to take away my sin.

Chorus

When Christ shall come, with shout of acclamation,
And take me home, what joy shall fill my heart.
Then I shall bow, in humble adoration,
And then proclaim: “My God, how great Thou art!”

By: Carl G. Boberg and R.J. Hughes

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-1LpdIXe8Io

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Posted on January 18, 2023 by TonyJanuary 18, 2023

Ride the bullet through the air to get from here to there

Kana Watanabe woke up that particular Tuesday morning in a particularly excited mood. She dressed quickly, gulped down a small helping of tamagoyaki and white tea, and rushed out the door. This was no ordinary morning. Today she was going to ride the bullet.

As she walked through the crowded streets of Nagoya she imagined how it might feel to be magnetically levitated and shot through the air at over 482 kilometers per hour. It seemed almost impossible that she’d be seeing her mom, 348 kilometers away in Tokyo, in only 40 minutes.

Her mom’s health had been declining in recent months, but Kana hadn’t been able to take the necessary time off to make the expensive drive. And as expensive and grueling as a 4 1/2 hour drive seemed, it still didn’t compare to her grandparents ordeals. She remembered hearing them talk about the many hours of hardship it took to make the same trip only a few decades earlier. Today was going to be different, though.

Today Kana was going to ride the bullet.

Since 1964 Japan has worked hard to create the world’s most advanced rail system. 1400 miles of tracks provide passengers with a network of destinations and current speeds hovering around 200 miles per hour. And they’re currently testing the new significantly faster “maglev” (also known as floating) trains and expect widespread commercial use to begin in 2027.

“Maglev” is short for magnetic levitation. These trains don’t have any wheels! And that exponentially reduces friction. Of course, that much less friction means blinding speeds.

And here are those bullet points I mentioned earlier. The completed train will:

* Travel over 300 miles per hour

* Have 16 carriages or cars, and

* Carry up to 1,000 passengers

So, you don’t have to die on, oops, I mean, ride the bullet alone.

Looking at the pictures of this aerodynamic bullet train and comparing it to the humble light rail in my neighborhood I wonder how Kana must feel. She’ll be flying through the air on a bullet. Makes my drive to the store, down the road, in my minivan, seem pretty boring.

But the way so many (maybe most) workers are on drugs these day, I’ll stick with boring.

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Posted on January 17, 2023 by TonyApril 18, 2023

When I was a mere lad, back in the ol’ country (America, pre-lamebrainian era), the only people who had tattoos were some servicemen and hardcore bar rats. And you just didn’t see the average Joe or Jane with that “unspeakable” everlasting art on their bodies. Fast forward into the present, and Katy bar the door.

Everlasting skin art is everywhere.

Men. Women. Young. Old. All skin shades. Doesn’t matter. And the more, the badder (Huey Lewis got it right when he said “sometimes bad is bad.”)

Just to clarify a bit. I’m not sayin’ that you’re bad if you have a tattoo. But I am saying I don’t believe it makes a statement anymore. When “everybody’s doin’ it,” you no longer stand out to do it.

OK, I’ll leave that there for naysayers to stew on. Because I’d rather finish up this post with some lyrics I wrote about the best work of art you can possess. If you’re not a current owner, I urge you to update that status, posthaste.

Everlasting Everywhere

I want the Everlasting Work Of Art;
Not just on canvas, but engraved in the heart
I need the Everlasting Scale Of Worth.
That’s the only Way to perfect peace on earth.

Everlasting and everywhere…
He’s Everlasting and everywhere

I look for Everlasting holy clues
To steel myself through all this negative news
I dream the Everlasting wide-eyed stuff,
But I’m still aware that dreaming’s never enough

Everlasting and everywhere…
He’s Everlasting and everywhere

You seek the answers to the mysteries of life
But how much truth can you handle
And as for me, well, there is only One Fire
That lights the flame on my candle

Everlasting and everywhere…
He’s Everlasting and everywhere

I look to the Everlasting Guiding Star
To make my path straight as I travel so far
I sing the Everlasting song of man;
Teach us to understand our place in the plan

Everlasting and everywhere…
He’s Everlasting and everywhere

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Posted on January 16, 2023 by TonyJanuary 16, 2023

The world (defined as all the people and their cultures) would have you (translate: now force you to) believe you live on a sacred Earth. And they’d prefer you didn’t disparage, in any way, the god they worship. And that’s all while they want you to shut up about your God.

Well, that is, if your God is the one who created their “sacred Earth.”

It’s in the news. On the radio and TV. And it’s in the books and magazines. Look all around you. And see a growing hatred of the God who created even those who hate Him. The irony glares, annoyingly, like sunlight from a mirror, directly into your eyes (if they’re truly open).

People who boastfully proclaim “hate crimes” and “tolerance” and “celebrate diversity” regularly share social media posts that reveal their seething hatred and intolerance of Christians. Because Christians dare to say Jesus is the only Way to eternal life in paradise with God. We didn’t establish that arrangement. We just acknowledge the One who did. And we share why He did it.

Look, it comes from the Bible. You don’t have to believe it, let alone trust it. But it IS the best-selling book of all time. And billions of people, over time, have believed AND trusted its eyewitness accounts. So, if you’re gonna be true to your whole your love, tolerance, and diversity “message,” then love, tolerate, and celebrate the diversity that is Christianity.

And how about the tiny ones who haven’t set foot on sacred Earth?

Shouldn’t you care at least as much about them as you care about dirt? My guess is you care about yourself more than dirt. So, why couldn’t you spread some of that love to them?

In other words, don’t dish it out, if you can’t take it. If you truly wanted others to tolerate and accept your deviant behaviors, then you’d at least tolerate theirs. Seems only fair.

And wouldn’t your sacred “mother Earth” prefer you to at least be fair?

I don’t set dates. And I don’t prophesy. But I’m confident that all aberrant (translate: almost always abhorrent) behavior, that denies God’s truth, won’t be tolerated much longer. I pray that’s true.

So, it’s crucial to understand this truth. There IS one, eternal, true, living, loving God who cares for you so much He came to earth as a man to make a way for you to live forever. And that’s something this temporary sacred Earth could never do in a quintillion years.

I wrote a song, years ago, about what’s been lost in this world.

And it talks about some of the terrible consequences of worshipping the creation instead of the Creator. Here’s the first verse and chorus. And I’ll play the whole song in the The Power of God’s Love Podcast.

Take the truth and lock it up, and throw away the key.
Winds of change are blowing foul; a dance with destiny.
Blur the face of love and sex and say it’s all OK.
Tell the child it’s just a choice and melt her soul away.

Nothin’s sacred anymore.
Can’t we learn from mistakes when they cut to the core?
Nothin’s sacred anymore.
And should we be surprised since we’ve opened that dark, wide door?
Nothin’s sacred anymore.

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Posted on January 13, 2023 by TonyApril 17, 2023

T shirt ideas spur what Christians do incur

T shirt ideas have consequences. Especially if “people are offended” by what the shirt says. And I mention this because of a video someone shared on a social media channel. The short description, for the video, said, “I automatically assumed this was overseas, but it’s right here in America.”

And, when I checked it out, it was definitely right here in America. At the so-called “Mall of America.” And the video showed two fat members of mall “security” telling a guy he had to remove his t shirt if he wanted to shop in the mall. (FYI: he had a short sleeve t shirt over a long-sleeve t shirt)

I know what you’re thinking. “Well, he must’ve been wearing a t shirt with f-bombs on it, right? Or maybe pictures of naked people? Or maybe his shirt had swastikas on it?”

All good guesses. But all wrong.

Nope. The dude, in the video, dared to wear a shirt that mentioned Jesus. And people were “offended.” But I guess I should add that the shirt also said Jesus is the only way.

And now that guy knows, t shirt ideas have consequences.

Here he is dealing with those (hypocritical and unjust) consequences:

(https://youtu.be/AuZvjaXEpzM)

Sometimes branding yourself brings out other branding irons.

When you brand yourself a Christian, most people in the world form an immediate opinion and dish out their own brand for you. I’ve been called “arrogant” and “bigoted” and “a nazi” and “ignorant” and “old-fashioned” and many more. Many times those labels (or brands) came from “friends and family.”

Most of the time branding yourself a Christian means losing “friends” and losing out to your more “tolerant” competition. At least if you’re not willing to compromise your true, Christian faith. And I’m not.

I know there are still plenty of people (business owners, entrepreneurs) out there who appreciate the Christian values applied to business. Even if they don’t outwardly admit how much they appreciate someone not lying to them or about them. Or working with someone who won’t steal from them. Even if they’re not Christian. If that’s you, boost your brand boldly.

So, if you’re a Christian, who’s an entrepreneur or who owns a business in this more “tolerant” and “accepting” world of ours, don’t be surprised, when people make fun of or refuse to work with you.

In fact, take it as a compliment.

It’s an indication that you chose the right “brand.” And speaking of t shirt ideas that trigger tough consequences, here’s one that’ll do the trick:

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Posted on January 10, 2023 by TonyMarch 25, 2023

Strange world needs some different deeds

Do you feel like you live in a mighty strange world. If you believe this world, and all living things, were created instead of manipulated by chance, you probably do. At least I hope so. I do.

This is a strange world that’s only getting stranger right now.

If you’re a Christian, you might have heard some say we believers are like strangers in a strange world or strange land. And that’s because we shine too much light in dark places. Or we should. Because people don’t wanna be reminded of where that light originates.

Right now I’d like to encourage you to be bold in your faith. Your faith-based ideas and dreams and plans are essential. So, regardless of your vocation or expertise, use your skills to shine God’s love and light into this strange, dark world.

Start a business. Or at least run a business that’s plugged into a blueprint. A system. I know of a couple of places where you can get some great help. And they’re places run by people who will also encourage you to take that basket off your light.

Yeah, you gotta fortify your own world first.

And that means investing in yourself. Get more tools and skills. And don’t put limits on yourself like age or geography or lack of education. With more age comes more experience (and maybe even wisdom). Geographical boundaries tumble down when you log on to the web. And you can educate yourself for free when you use the web as a learning tool.

You don’t need a Harvard M.B.A. to do it. You don’t even need to rent a big city (or even little town) office. Because you can run a business from the comfort of your own office. And your office can be the desk you keep on one side of your living room or family room. Or on a table in your favorite coffee shop. Or even on your lap in your car.

While the the scorn from this strange world isn’t the most enjoyable thing in the world, it means you’re doing something right. And you’re serving others. Whether or not they choose to eat and drink from the bread and water you offer isn’t your responsibility.

Just offer it.

And that’s what your Creator wants you to do. So, what are you waiting for? If you’re already a Christian who owns or runs a business, let me know. I prefer to support you instead of all those other dark options in this strange place. I’ll even feature you on my The Power of God’s Love Podcast.

C’mon and beat the world, and try to leave a dent,
But don’t regret the time that you’ve spent.
C’mon and beat the world, and try to leave a bruise.
You need to love the life that you choose
C’mon and beat the world.

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Posted on January 9, 2023 by TonyMarch 22, 2023

Today, America is a messed up vision. A shadow of its former somewhat shadowy self. Because right and wrong is a concept blurred by propaganda. And good and bad are now in the “eye of the beholder.” So, those who run America ( and that’s probably not the politicians) don’t learn from their mistakes. They think they’re wise. But they’re fools.

I talked about this messed up vision years ago.

And I listed 3 major ways humans don’t learn from mistakes.

1. Truth: Those who want to control others cast shadows on the truth. Truth is their mortal enemy. So they have to pound out lies with great resolve until the truth becomes nothing more than a cloudy concept. Truth becomes “whatever you make of it”. Or whatever is “right in their own minds”. Nazi’s believed if you told a “lie big enough and keep repeating it, people will eventually become to believe it”. Do you see that happening all around you today?

2. Morality: This is another area under constant attack by those who want to justify their behavior. When you reduce right and wrong to whatever is “right in their own minds“, you produce a culture where anything goes. Then everything goes…out the window. Who knows where that might lead? You might even find adults killing babies. Well, at least that couldn’t happen here in America…could it?

3. Property: Once people realize they can vote the money away from the wealthy and into their own pockets, then there’s no bottom to that abyss. Politicians run for office (and win) using promises based on redistribution of wealth. It’s not merely wrong. It’s evil, and it destroys lives. But who cares, right? It’s just the way things are. The status quo. I’m gonna get mine as long as the gettin’s good. Does that describe you?

Well, here’s a song about that whole messed up vision.

Nothin’s Sacred Anymore

Take the truth and lock it up, and throw away the key
Winds of change are blowing foul; a dance with destiny
Blur the face of love and sex and say it’s all OK
Tell the child it’s just a choice and melt her soul away

Nothin’s sacred anymore”
Can’t we learn from mistakes when they cut to the core
Nothin’s sacred anymore”
And should we be surprised since we’ve opened that dark, wide door?
Nothin’s sacred anymore

Cast your vote for social growth and then say yes to law
Keep the peace, divide the wealth; the vision Adolph saw
Hedge the bets and ride the fence; the middle road’s secure
Then one day you’re head to head with all you must endure

More space and time”more would be sublime
Someone else can pay”long as I get mine today
Ain’t nothin’ sacred anymore

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