The Angels Were Waiting


Standing on an edge of a cloud,
Thousands of Angels are gathered 'round.
Thoughts of fear go through their heads.
The scene below has them scared.

The Angels are ready with their weapons in hand.
They may have to help the One with nails in His hands.
They wait for a cry of help from below.
He should have called them long ago.

He hasn't given in, but He's growing weak.
The crown of thorns has sent blood down His cheeks.
He hangs there one hour after another.
People say He's no better than any other.

He raises his chin from off His chest.
He looks down upon all the rest.
With the power He has left, He speaks.
Words we still hear that make our hearts weak.

It is finished. It is finished.
No more, no less; that's all He said.
The Angels look sad, but they know it had to be done.
That was the whole purpose of God's only begotten Son.

A ReMarkable Photo

A Christmas Ornament on our tree!

Local Firework Finale

Easter Celebration

Now after the Sabbath, as the first day of the week began to dawn, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary came to see the tomb. And behold, there was a great earthquake; for an angel of the Lord descended from heaven, and came and rolled back the stone from the door, and sat on it. His countenance was like lightning, and his clothing as white as snow. And the guards shook for fear of him, and became like dead men. But the angel answered and said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified. He is not here for He is risen, as He said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay. ~Matthew 28:1-6~

A Poem for the New Year

Begin Again


We have our chance
To make new plans.

To do what’s right
To make a change
And not waste our time
On so many things.

We’ll spend our time
On things that gain
And not on life’s game
Of chasing fame.

So lets begin the year
With our minds set right.
This is the day
We begin again.

2005 Mark Edward Leslie January 01, 2005

As we learned at church today, life changes and renewels aren't to be yearly goals. We are to die daily to ourself. Everyday is a fresh start to live right and honor our Father in Heaven. May your new year be great. May God bless you as you bless Him.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Happy Holy Day

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Four Kings of Christmas


One king came by horse.
Dressed in royal blue.
He brought the gift of gold.

One king came by caravan.
Followed by many men.
He brought the gift of frankincense.

One king came by camel.
Covered with colors and gems.
He brought the gift of myrrh.

One King came by way of a manger.
Wrapped in used rags.
He brought the gift of life.


2004 Mark Edward Leslie December 19, 2004

The Modern Meaning of Christmas

It Doesn't Make Sense!

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

The Nativity Story

Coming to the theaters on December 1, 2006,

The Nativity Story

It is produced by New Line Cinema who is not known for too many family movies. The tag lines for this movie are:

"One Family. One Journey.

One Child, who would change the world.

Forever."

"Experience the true meaning of Christmas."

I haven't seen a Christian review of the movie yet. If you have, please forward it to me. I know that American Family Association and their subsidies (onemilliondads.com, AFR, & etc) are supporting and advertising the movie.

Here is the link for the trailer --> The Nativity Story

Christians and Halloween

Since today is Halloween I thought I would link you to an article about Halloween. John MacArthur takes on the issue in an article titled "Christians and Halloween."

He discusses the origin of the day. He looks at the Christian Response to Halloween as well.

I would enjoy hearing your thought about the article. How do you celebrate the day, if you do. What are other alternatives?