Exodus

December 22, 2023

A Wonderful Christmas Story – Part 3

Two days ago, I began a Christmas story that came from my book Bryson City Seasons. You can read Part 1 here and Part 2 here. This is […]
December 21, 2023

A Wonderful Christmas Story – Part 2

Yesterday, I began a Christmas story that came from my book Bryson City Seasons. You can read Part 1 here. This is the second of three parts. I hope […]
December 20, 2023

A Wonderful Christmas Story – Part 1

My most popular books, at least based on sales and letters, are the Bryson City series. In the second book in this series, Bryson City Seasons, I […]
December 19, 2023

Wreaths Across America honors my father

My family and I are so grateful to the volunteers and donors at Wreaths Across America for honoring my father and those heroes buried with him.
December 19, 2023

Avoiding the Christmas blues

A patient recently told me that Christmas music actually makes her sad—and she’s embarrassed to feel like a Grinch. If you can relate, you’re not alone.
December 18, 2023

Toy safety tips for Christmas day

As the presents are being opened at Christmas, if you have small children in the house, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) urges gift-givers to […]
December 17, 2023

If the origin of Christmas is “pagan,” should Christians celebrate the holiday?

As we approach the Christmas holiday, Christians will often be challenged by those who note the “pagan” origin of Christmas. As a result, some Christians believe […]
December 16, 2023

Preventing a Christmas tree fire

Christmas trees may be bright and merry, but they can pose a fire hazard if you’re not careful. The National Fire Protection Association offers these suggestions […]
January 19, 2021

It is by faith you stand firm

Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the Lord will bring you today. … The Lord will fight for you; you […]
January 27, 2021

These commandments … are to be on your hearts

This observance will be for you like a sign on your hand and a reminder on your forehead that this law of the Lord is to […]
January 28, 2021

The Lord is your life

Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God, the Lord is one. Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with […]
January 29, 2021

The Lord is his name

The LORD is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my salvation. […]
February 8, 2021

The joy of the Lord is your strength

The Lord gives strength to his people; the Lord blesses his people with peace … Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always […]
March 22, 2021

Do not be afraid … I am your shield, your very great reward

I am the God of your father Abraham. Do not be afraid, for I am with you; I will bless you and will increase the number […]