Sometimes it’s just more fun to know the inconsequentials of history. Such as these things that happened on this day in history. In 1909, the first transcontinental auto race ended in Seattle, WA. In 1939, the first U.S. water-ski tournament was held at Jones Beach, on Long Island, New York. In 1946, jet airplanes were used to transport mail for the first time. And in 1998, the 75th National Marbles Tournament began in Wildwood, NJ.
Chemex Coffee Brewing Tutorial – The Inanimate Objects comic strip shows how to brew excellent coffee using a Chemex. This is a great explanation of one of the best methods of brewing.
The Remarkable Story Of The Supermarine Spitfire – This interactive history of the Spitfire P9374 is simply amazing. Discovered again after it crashed forty years earlier, this article shares the history of the Spitfire, and this particular plane. The restoration photos are incredible!
Turns – This video is pretty cool, showing the skills of a master woodturner. His story is as beautiful as the work he does.
Who Is A Disciple? – This article digs at the root of a very common problem within Christianity. Just who is a disciple? When does that transition take place? I think the author is on to something here.
Check Your Investments – My kids are of various ages, from driving age all the way down to a baby who can’t yet even turn over on her own. And yet I am all too aware of just how quickly they grow and will be gone from my home, out on their own. I have these children for such a short time. Am I giving them the spiritual foundation they need to be the men and women of God that he desires them to be? It is crucial to check our investments.
The Pastor’s Personal Holiness – I have enjoyed recently reading about Robert Murray M’Cheyne, and reading some of his works. His passion was to be as holy as a pardoned sinner could possibly be. This article focuses on the same thing, quoting many of M’Cheyne’s own words. But the point is valid. And critical. In the lives of pastors and non-pastors alike.
A casual relationship with the Word of God reflects a casual relationship with the Son of God. – Anonymous