This comes from Psalm 19 and elsewhere. I'm in a Bible Study on Truth and those who oppose it by quoting scientific guesswork as hard fact. Share this with them if you think it will help.
Forensic Faith
We see them gather evidence and examine every clue
from fingerprints to fibers. They search for what is true
about a crime and culprit, about who did the deed.
And in less than 60 minutes TV’s CSI’s succeed.
We see the tracks that wagons left and know who crossed the plains.
We find cook fires and arrowheads and know from those remains
about the tribes that rested there while chasing buffalo.
We know just how they lived their lives though it was long ago.
Though surrounded by the evidence some people have no clue.
The sun and stars, the trees and breeze all point to what is true.
They point to a Creator. But those folks turn their backs
and think the truth will go away if they ignore the facts.
While so called intellectuals postulate and whine
they can’t disprove creation or intelligent design.
They simply quote hypothesis and claim that it is fact.
And shout down faithful witness with a personal attack.
Well, the heavens tell God’s glory. The rocks cry out His name.
And like those TV CSI’s, believers must proclaim
the truth of what the evidence has made extremely clear:
It’s simply not an accident that all of us are here.
Jeff Hildebrandt © March 12, 2013
Wednesday, March 13, 2013
Friday, March 8, 2013
Hope in the time of Timothy
I read a thought from Charlie Daniels a while back about 2 Timothy 3. I seem to recall that Charlie, I call him Charlie since I interviewed him once upon a time, Well, Charlie was pointing out that we living in the time this passage seems to describe. It started me thinking and I'd like to share my thoughts with you.
Hope in the time of Timothy
(2 Timothy 3)
He wondered what the future held.
He’d worry and he’d fret about unrest around the world.
His nerves were raw and yet,
he thought, “There’s nothing I can do to ease the pain and sorrow
that only seems to multiply. There’s no hope for tomorrow
when all that people talk about is how to get more stuff
or brag about great things they’ve done.”
He said, “I’ve had enough of people living for themselves.
They’re proud and loveless folks who only think of others
as the butt of cruel jokes.”
But when he tried to speak the truth of God’s love and salvation
he was shouted down and ridiculed with godless indignation
by those who say that Christians are just narrow minded fools.
And when we say there’s just one way we’re breaking all their rules.
Special interests thumb their nose at what’s inside God’s Word.
They flaunt their indiscretions till good-taste lines are blurred.
It’s the time foretold by Timothy; A time of deprivation
when attitudes of greed and lust have swept across our nation.
But then the Spirit told him, “God knows what’s going on.
So hold tight and be faithful cause this won’t last too long.
Do what you can to ease the pain. Show people this is true:
Even if you don’t believe, God still believes in you.
Jeff Hildebrandt © March 7, 2013
Hope in the time of Timothy
(2 Timothy 3)
He wondered what the future held.
He’d worry and he’d fret about unrest around the world.
His nerves were raw and yet,
he thought, “There’s nothing I can do to ease the pain and sorrow
that only seems to multiply. There’s no hope for tomorrow
when all that people talk about is how to get more stuff
or brag about great things they’ve done.”
He said, “I’ve had enough of people living for themselves.
They’re proud and loveless folks who only think of others
as the butt of cruel jokes.”
But when he tried to speak the truth of God’s love and salvation
he was shouted down and ridiculed with godless indignation
by those who say that Christians are just narrow minded fools.
And when we say there’s just one way we’re breaking all their rules.
Special interests thumb their nose at what’s inside God’s Word.
They flaunt their indiscretions till good-taste lines are blurred.
It’s the time foretold by Timothy; A time of deprivation
when attitudes of greed and lust have swept across our nation.
But then the Spirit told him, “God knows what’s going on.
So hold tight and be faithful cause this won’t last too long.
Do what you can to ease the pain. Show people this is true:
Even if you don’t believe, God still believes in you.
Jeff Hildebrandt © March 7, 2013
Change
My wife's cousin Craig sent me a story that just begged to be turned into a range rhyme. So, here ya go:
Change
The owner of the J bar H had supper with the crew
and later told the foreman, “There’s something you must do.
I’ve noticed quite a pungent and unpleasant sorta stink
coming from the bunkhouse. So this is what I think;
If the men would change their underwear more often than they do
the place would smell much better. Now, I’ll leave it up to you.”
So, the foreman told the wranglers, “The boss thinks you guys stink
and says to change your underwear. So this is what I think;
Slim, you change with Mitchell and Dusty change with Bob
and if you change back in a week, that should do the job.”
The moral of this story has been known for quite a spell.
Not every change that’s promised will take away the smell.
Jeff Hildebrandt © March 8, 2013
Change
The owner of the J bar H had supper with the crew
and later told the foreman, “There’s something you must do.
I’ve noticed quite a pungent and unpleasant sorta stink
coming from the bunkhouse. So this is what I think;
If the men would change their underwear more often than they do
the place would smell much better. Now, I’ll leave it up to you.”
So, the foreman told the wranglers, “The boss thinks you guys stink
and says to change your underwear. So this is what I think;
Slim, you change with Mitchell and Dusty change with Bob
and if you change back in a week, that should do the job.”
The moral of this story has been known for quite a spell.
Not every change that’s promised will take away the smell.
Jeff Hildebrandt © March 8, 2013
Tuesday, March 5, 2013
The Marriage Seminar
I hear a lot of commercials for Marriage Enrichment weekends. I wonder, have you ever been to one? Those commercials, coupled with a Cowboy Wisdon posting started me thinking about paying more attention at home.
The Marriage Seminar
Communication is the key to maintaining wedded bliss.
So, you must pay attention or you might end up like this.
She took him to a seminar for marriage life enriching.
Entranced, she leaned up in her chair while he just sat there twitching.
Then the leader asked a question and he dropped his coffee cup.
He was sure he knew the answer. He was asked to please stand up
and name her favorite flower. She thought, this’ll be a shocker.
But, proudly, he proclaimed to all, “I’m sure it’s Betty Crocker.”
Jeff Hildebrandt © March 5, 2013
The Marriage Seminar
Communication is the key to maintaining wedded bliss.
So, you must pay attention or you might end up like this.
She took him to a seminar for marriage life enriching.
Entranced, she leaned up in her chair while he just sat there twitching.
Then the leader asked a question and he dropped his coffee cup.
He was sure he knew the answer. He was asked to please stand up
and name her favorite flower. She thought, this’ll be a shocker.
But, proudly, he proclaimed to all, “I’m sure it’s Betty Crocker.”
Jeff Hildebrandt © March 5, 2013
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
His and Hers
I thought about calling this "The Diary of Ann and Frank" but decided against it. I want to thank Craig C. for sending the story this little bit of nonsense is based on.
His and Hers
She wrote down in her diary, “My husband’s acting funny.
He didn’t talk thru dinner. I think it might be money.
But when I quizzed him all he said was nothing is the matter.
Driving home we didn’t have the normal sort of patter
so I asked him if he’s mad about some thing that I have done.
I told him that I loved him and that he’s the only one.
But he seemed to ignore me. I don’t know if he heard
cause he just kept on driving and didn’t say a word.
When we got home, he watched TV and didn’t say a peep
So I got up and went to bed and cried myself to sleep.”
He wrote in his journal, “I feel like such a nut.
There’s no way in the world I should have missed a 2 foot putt.”
Jeff Hildebrandt © Feb. 6, 2013
His and Hers
She wrote down in her diary, “My husband’s acting funny.
He didn’t talk thru dinner. I think it might be money.
But when I quizzed him all he said was nothing is the matter.
Driving home we didn’t have the normal sort of patter
so I asked him if he’s mad about some thing that I have done.
I told him that I loved him and that he’s the only one.
But he seemed to ignore me. I don’t know if he heard
cause he just kept on driving and didn’t say a word.
When we got home, he watched TV and didn’t say a peep
So I got up and went to bed and cried myself to sleep.”
He wrote in his journal, “I feel like such a nut.
There’s no way in the world I should have missed a 2 foot putt.”
Jeff Hildebrandt © Feb. 6, 2013
Thursday, January 31, 2013
Lessons Learned
The inspiration for this rhyme came from a Facebook posting by Mark Miller. The names and some locations have been changed to protect the innocent.
Lessons Learned
Charlie married a woman from up near Milwaukee
and said it was rough at the start.
He told her job was to clean and to cook
but she didn’t take it to heart… at first.
Then on the third day when Charlie came home
he noticed a remarkable change.
The house had been cleaned, the dishes were washed
and his dinner was hot on the range.
Chester married a woman from up near New Jersey
He says that his wife’s a blond beauty
but he had to keep telling her time and again
that cooking and cleaning’s her duty.
It didn’t sink in till about the third day
when their lives went from shambles to stable.
The house had been cleaned, the windows were washed
and dinner was there on the table.
Bob married a woman from somewhere near Dallas
and told her what all he expected.
Like cooking and cleaning and mowing the lawn
and to make sure he wasn’t neglected.
The first day he didn’t see anything
He saw nothing the day after that
By the third day the swelling subsided.
Now he has his home duties down pat.
Jeff Hildebrandt © Jan. 30, 2013
Lessons Learned
Charlie married a woman from up near Milwaukee
and said it was rough at the start.
He told her job was to clean and to cook
but she didn’t take it to heart… at first.
Then on the third day when Charlie came home
he noticed a remarkable change.
The house had been cleaned, the dishes were washed
and his dinner was hot on the range.
Chester married a woman from up near New Jersey
He says that his wife’s a blond beauty
but he had to keep telling her time and again
that cooking and cleaning’s her duty.
It didn’t sink in till about the third day
when their lives went from shambles to stable.
The house had been cleaned, the windows were washed
and dinner was there on the table.
Bob married a woman from somewhere near Dallas
and told her what all he expected.
Like cooking and cleaning and mowing the lawn
and to make sure he wasn’t neglected.
The first day he didn’t see anything
He saw nothing the day after that
By the third day the swelling subsided.
Now he has his home duties down pat.
Jeff Hildebrandt © Jan. 30, 2013
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
Russell's Rules
I found this little story. It may be something you've seen as well.
"Russell J. Larsen had the 'Five Rules for Men to Follow for a Happy Life' inscribed on his tombstone in Logan, Utah." I thought this looked like fodder for a poem. So, fodder in-fodder out:
Russell’s Rules
Russell was a cowboy
and like all cowboys should
he lived his life by simple rules;
easily understood.
He had 5 rules for happiness
which seemed to serve him well.
He left them on his tombstone
in hopes that they would tell
other men the secret
to this Utah cowboy’s bliss.
So, when it comes to peace at home,
his guidelines tell us this:
A man should have a woman
who will cook his meals and clean
A man should have a woman
who won’t lie and treat him mean
A man should have a woman
who is funny. Keep in mind
he should also have a woman
who is loving, sweet and kind.
And what is most important,
he tells his cowboy brothers;
None of these four women
should know about the others.
Jeff Hildebrandt © Jan. 22, 2013
"Russell J. Larsen had the 'Five Rules for Men to Follow for a Happy Life' inscribed on his tombstone in Logan, Utah." I thought this looked like fodder for a poem. So, fodder in-fodder out:
Russell’s Rules
Russell was a cowboy
and like all cowboys should
he lived his life by simple rules;
easily understood.
He had 5 rules for happiness
which seemed to serve him well.
He left them on his tombstone
in hopes that they would tell
other men the secret
to this Utah cowboy’s bliss.
So, when it comes to peace at home,
his guidelines tell us this:
A man should have a woman
who will cook his meals and clean
A man should have a woman
who won’t lie and treat him mean
A man should have a woman
who is funny. Keep in mind
he should also have a woman
who is loving, sweet and kind.
And what is most important,
he tells his cowboy brothers;
None of these four women
should know about the others.
Jeff Hildebrandt © Jan. 22, 2013
Friday, January 18, 2013
Transition
Just about everyday, someone we know marks a transition. If it's a birthday, you might want to share this with them. That's what I'm doing. Happy Birthday, Kara!
Transition
Every day, we make transitions
from what was to what will be;
Moving on past twenty something
toward eternity.
Some folks tend to measure life
in years upon the earth.
But, it’s not the candles on the cake
that tell you what you’re worth.
And it’s not what you accumulate
as you go from day to day.
Real worth is only measured
by what you give away.
It’s what you do with what you have
that matters in the end.
It’s if you treat each one you meet
as if they were a friend.
Don’t think of being over the hill
or of running out of time.
Just remember, on God’s calendar
you’re always in your prime.
Jeff Hildebrandt © July 31, 2012
Transition
Every day, we make transitions
from what was to what will be;
Moving on past twenty something
toward eternity.
Some folks tend to measure life
in years upon the earth.
But, it’s not the candles on the cake
that tell you what you’re worth.
And it’s not what you accumulate
as you go from day to day.
Real worth is only measured
by what you give away.
It’s what you do with what you have
that matters in the end.
It’s if you treat each one you meet
as if they were a friend.
Don’t think of being over the hill
or of running out of time.
Just remember, on God’s calendar
you’re always in your prime.
Jeff Hildebrandt © July 31, 2012
Friday, December 28, 2012
A Job Offer
The rider came from way up north
and had a job to do.
He was sent in search of wranglers
who could work the LRU.
He said, "The work is steady,
there may be risk involved
but the benefits are worth it
for those who are resolved.
There are lots of different jobs to do.
It’s not all riding fence
or rounding up lost cattle."
To me, it made good sense.
I felt the end of summer
would be here most any day
and a steady job for winter
can be worth more than the pay.
I told the rider, “Sign me up.”
He offered me his hand;
said, “Pard you won’t regret your choice
to ride for this here brand.
No matter what you’re good at
we can use you, that’s our creed.
We only ask you take the time
to help folks who’re in need.
The boss is big on helping out
and doing unto others;
treating folks with kindness
just like you would your brothers."
And as we rode together
he told me of the ranch.
He told me what I had to know
and then I got my chance
to talk with others just like me
who weren’t sure what do to;
the ones who had been searching
for what’s good and right and true.
Before long, there’s a posse
and we’re off to higher ground.
Each rider learns about the ranch
and then they look around
to see who they can bring along
for a big meal and a dance
that just might last forever
at God’s Last Round Up ranch.
Jeff Hildebrandt © Dec. 28, 2012
Envious
So, while you're considering which diet program, exercise machine or gym to join, consider working on your inner self.
Envious
Did you ever stop to ponder
why you are the way you are?
Do you ever long for glory
or to be a movie star?
Are you envious of others?
Do you think that it’s a shame
that you weren’t given what they have;
good looks, good luck and fame?
Are your hips too big; top too small?
Do you look just like a pear?
Are you sure life would be better
if you just had curly hair?
Don’t fret that you’re not glamorous,
not a beauty or a hunk.
Remember, you’re a child of God
and God don’t make no junk.
If you just seek His Kingdom
and not focus on your own
God promises more riches
than this world has ever known.
When all is said and all is done
we won’t be envious.
Cause when Christ comes to take us home
it’s them, who’ll envy us.
Jeff Hildebrandt © July 31, 2012
Envious
Did you ever stop to ponder
why you are the way you are?
Do you ever long for glory
or to be a movie star?
Are you envious of others?
Do you think that it’s a shame
that you weren’t given what they have;
good looks, good luck and fame?
Are your hips too big; top too small?
Do you look just like a pear?
Are you sure life would be better
if you just had curly hair?
Don’t fret that you’re not glamorous,
not a beauty or a hunk.
Remember, you’re a child of God
and God don’t make no junk.
If you just seek His Kingdom
and not focus on your own
God promises more riches
than this world has ever known.
When all is said and all is done
we won’t be envious.
Cause when Christ comes to take us home
it’s them, who’ll envy us.
Jeff Hildebrandt © July 31, 2012
Thursday, December 27, 2012
A Blind Man
As you ponder the meaning of life or the reason you're here or how you're going to pay all those Christmas bills, think on this taken from Mark 10: 46-52:
A Blind Man
A blind man sitting by the side of the road
said, “I can’t find help to share my load
but a crowd is coming and I hope they see
my sad condition and pity me.”
When he found out who was in the crowd
old blind Bartimaeus just cried out loud.
The crowd said, “quiet,” but he wouldn’t be
crying, “Jesus Christ, I’m here, help me.”
Jesus stopped, then told the crowd
to bring him here, for crying out loud.
He asked, “What do you want of me?”
Bartimaeus said, "Please, let me see."
What happened then? The Bible tells
the blind man’s faith just made him well.
He believed in the Man from Galilee
and that’s what’s needed, don’t you see.
A blind man lives in the house next door.
His eyes work fine, but his faith is poor.
Our Father says, “Hey, can’t you see,
it’s up to you. Tell him of Me.”
Once he learns of the Father’s love
he’ll see the blessing from above.
It’s up to us. A soul’s at stake.
So, speak up now for heaven’s sake.
Jeff Hildebrandt © July 31, 2012
A Blind Man
A blind man sitting by the side of the road
said, “I can’t find help to share my load
but a crowd is coming and I hope they see
my sad condition and pity me.”
When he found out who was in the crowd
old blind Bartimaeus just cried out loud.
The crowd said, “quiet,” but he wouldn’t be
crying, “Jesus Christ, I’m here, help me.”
Jesus stopped, then told the crowd
to bring him here, for crying out loud.
He asked, “What do you want of me?”
Bartimaeus said, "Please, let me see."
What happened then? The Bible tells
the blind man’s faith just made him well.
He believed in the Man from Galilee
and that’s what’s needed, don’t you see.
A blind man lives in the house next door.
His eyes work fine, but his faith is poor.
Our Father says, “Hey, can’t you see,
it’s up to you. Tell him of Me.”
Once he learns of the Father’s love
he’ll see the blessing from above.
It’s up to us. A soul’s at stake.
So, speak up now for heaven’s sake.
Jeff Hildebrandt © July 31, 2012
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Counting Down
This is one of those "stream of consciousness" poems. I started, not knowing what I wanted to say or even why I was writing. I hope you get something out of it and you might find it useful as a conversation starter with someone worn out from the holiday rush.
Counting down
We’re in what’s called the Advent Season
when shoppers lose all sense of reason.
The time is short, the pressure’s on,
the perfect gift’s already gone.
They buy a trinket that’s on sale
so they can get it in the mail.
When all is purchased, all is fine.
But then, they face that awful line
to mail what must go out of town.
No wonder that they’re feeling down.
Mall Madness seems to rule the day
They think it shouldn’t be this way
What happened to the joyous part
they see in Norman Rockwell’s art?
STOP!
Make yourself a cup of tea.
Decide that this year you will be
at peace because you’ve found the reason
that’s behind the Advent Season.
It’s not the tinsel, gifts or tree.
It’s really nothing you can see.
It’s more about what you can feel.
Advent’s about a love so real
that brings the hope of Heaven’s Glory.
It’s all about the Christmas story.
Jeff Hildebrandt © Dec. 5, 2012
Merry Christ-mas to you!
Counting down
We’re in what’s called the Advent Season
when shoppers lose all sense of reason.
The time is short, the pressure’s on,
the perfect gift’s already gone.
They buy a trinket that’s on sale
so they can get it in the mail.
When all is purchased, all is fine.
But then, they face that awful line
to mail what must go out of town.
No wonder that they’re feeling down.
Mall Madness seems to rule the day
They think it shouldn’t be this way
What happened to the joyous part
they see in Norman Rockwell’s art?
STOP!
Make yourself a cup of tea.
Decide that this year you will be
at peace because you’ve found the reason
that’s behind the Advent Season.
It’s not the tinsel, gifts or tree.
It’s really nothing you can see.
It’s more about what you can feel.
Advent’s about a love so real
that brings the hope of Heaven’s Glory.
It’s all about the Christmas story.
Jeff Hildebrandt © Dec. 5, 2012
Merry Christ-mas to you!
Friday, November 2, 2012
Home of the Free
As we turn our thoughts from Halloween to Thanksgiving, don't forget those we have to thank for our freedom.
Home of the Free
Uniform crosses on manicured graves
The home of the free because of the brave
Broken hearts and shattered lives.
We all must help those who survive
and weep around their loved one’s graves
in the home of the free because of the brave
Jeff Hildebrandt © October 28, 2012
Home of the Free
Uniform crosses on manicured graves
The home of the free because of the brave
Broken hearts and shattered lives.
We all must help those who survive
and weep around their loved one’s graves
in the home of the free because of the brave
Jeff Hildebrandt © October 28, 2012
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
Giving and Living
Last Sunday's sermon topic was about generousity. We got an overview of the Biblical concept of tithing and our obligations in that regard. Then, for the next hour, while my wife was wrangling 4 year olds in Sunday School, I mused on the sermon topic and the fact that so many of us seem to value the gift more than the giver. You know, I've had seminary students tell me they don't and won't tithe. What do you suppose their congregations will do when they get into the pulpit?
Giving and Living
From every dollar, give a dime.
From every hour, give some time.
From every gift, a gift is given.
That’s the way we should be livin’.
Some people just don’t have a clue
about the things that God will do
if we step out in faith and trust
and live the way God says we must.
That’s why so many hesitate
when they pass the offering plate?
And why so many folks resent
the thought of giving ten percent?
They need to know their faith is thin.
They claim belief, but won’t begin
to trust in God and do His will.
They’d rather trust a dollar bill.
They kid themselves; they justify
by saying they will not get by.
They don’t believe God’s word is true.
I wonder, is this meant for you?
If this feels like I’m pointing fingers
and a queasy feeling lingers
you should take some time and pray
for Faith to get you through each day.
From every dollar, give a dime.
From every hour, give some time.
From every gift, a gift is given.
That’s the way we should be livin’.
Jeff Hildebrandt © October 29, 2012
Giving and Living
From every dollar, give a dime.
From every hour, give some time.
From every gift, a gift is given.
That’s the way we should be livin’.
Some people just don’t have a clue
about the things that God will do
if we step out in faith and trust
and live the way God says we must.
That’s why so many hesitate
when they pass the offering plate?
And why so many folks resent
the thought of giving ten percent?
They need to know their faith is thin.
They claim belief, but won’t begin
to trust in God and do His will.
They’d rather trust a dollar bill.
They kid themselves; they justify
by saying they will not get by.
They don’t believe God’s word is true.
I wonder, is this meant for you?
If this feels like I’m pointing fingers
and a queasy feeling lingers
you should take some time and pray
for Faith to get you through each day.
From every dollar, give a dime.
From every hour, give some time.
From every gift, a gift is given.
That’s the way we should be livin’.
Jeff Hildebrandt © October 29, 2012
Friday, October 19, 2012
Politics as usual
Remember, sharing is caring. So feel free to pass this along if you like.
Politics as Usual
How do you choose
when you don’t have a choice?
What can you say
when you don’t have a voice?
How can you pick
when the pickens are slim
and the bright light of freedom
is fading and dim?
What truth can you hold to?
Is anything certain
when you don’t know who runs things
in back of the curtain?
Both sides in this rat race
are racing downhill
and it’s costing us more
to ensure our free will.
We’re riding a fast train
that’s out of control.
The Washington blame game
is taking its toll.
We wonder and worry
while puppets debate
and dance around just how
they’ll improve our fate.
The negative ads,
half-truth accusations
are shredding the fabric
of this once great nation.
In truth, there’ just one thing
to do to prepare;
Before going to vote,
go to Jesus in prayer.
Jeff Hildebrandt © Oct. 19, 2012
Politics as Usual
How do you choose
when you don’t have a choice?
What can you say
when you don’t have a voice?
How can you pick
when the pickens are slim
and the bright light of freedom
is fading and dim?
What truth can you hold to?
Is anything certain
when you don’t know who runs things
in back of the curtain?
Both sides in this rat race
are racing downhill
and it’s costing us more
to ensure our free will.
We’re riding a fast train
that’s out of control.
The Washington blame game
is taking its toll.
We wonder and worry
while puppets debate
and dance around just how
they’ll improve our fate.
The negative ads,
half-truth accusations
are shredding the fabric
of this once great nation.
In truth, there’ just one thing
to do to prepare;
Before going to vote,
go to Jesus in prayer.
Jeff Hildebrandt © Oct. 19, 2012
Monday, October 15, 2012
Remembering the Fallen
There is a traveling display of military members from our state
who were killed in action. The display’s title started me thinking.
http://rememberingourfallen.org/index.html
“Remembering the Fallen”
Remembering the Fallen.
Their pictures on display
along with information
why they’re not here today.
Each one paid the final price,
Their future has been sacrificed
so little girls can go to school
and boys can live the golden rule.
They’re men and women; youngsters all
who answered “Yes,” to duties call.
They gave their lives for you and me
in the fight to save our liberty.
Remembering the Fallen
who surround us every day.
Those who answered “No” to God
and blindly go their way.
But God has more tricks up his sleeve
to help the fallen ones believe
and thus avoid eternal wrath.
He puts believers in their path
who have the heart to show and tell
how Jesus went thru living hell
so they won’t have to pay sin’s price.
For their sake, make the sacrifice.
Remembering the Fallen.
The first thing you should do
is remember once upon a time
the fallen one was you
Jeff Hildebrandt © Oct. 10, 2012
who were killed in action. The display’s title started me thinking.
http://rememberingourfallen.org/index.html
“Remembering the Fallen”
Remembering the Fallen.
Their pictures on display
along with information
why they’re not here today.
Each one paid the final price,
Their future has been sacrificed
so little girls can go to school
and boys can live the golden rule.
They’re men and women; youngsters all
who answered “Yes,” to duties call.
They gave their lives for you and me
in the fight to save our liberty.
Remembering the Fallen
who surround us every day.
Those who answered “No” to God
and blindly go their way.
But God has more tricks up his sleeve
to help the fallen ones believe
and thus avoid eternal wrath.
He puts believers in their path
who have the heart to show and tell
how Jesus went thru living hell
so they won’t have to pay sin’s price.
For their sake, make the sacrifice.
Remembering the Fallen.
The first thing you should do
is remember once upon a time
the fallen one was you
Jeff Hildebrandt © Oct. 10, 2012
Thursday, October 4, 2012
Lesson of the Locked Door
He walked out thru that door for years
and always checked the lock.
He’d seen his wife forget to check
and laughed when she would knock
to have him let her come back in;
not laughing with, but at her.
Then one day he forgot to check.
Now, it’s no laughing matter.
Got the Picture?
It struck him that it’s almost like
the way some people feel
about the promises from God.
Their words and acts reveal
the feeling they have lots of time
to heed the Lord’s decree.
So they keep going thru the door
and never have a key.
If you or anyone you know
is living life that way
remember there’s no guarantee
you’ll have another day.
There’ll come a time God locks the door
and turns off all the lights.
Then those outside will find themselves
in everlasting night.
But, right now, while you still have time,
choose life eternally.
God’s given you a way back in
and Jesus is the key.
Get the picture?
Jeff Hildebrandt © Oct. 4, 2012
I'm curious about what this poem says to you and what it inspires, if anything.
And please, pass it on.
and always checked the lock.
He’d seen his wife forget to check
and laughed when she would knock
to have him let her come back in;
not laughing with, but at her.
Then one day he forgot to check.
Now, it’s no laughing matter.
Got the Picture?
It struck him that it’s almost like
the way some people feel
about the promises from God.
Their words and acts reveal
the feeling they have lots of time
to heed the Lord’s decree.
So they keep going thru the door
and never have a key.
If you or anyone you know
is living life that way
remember there’s no guarantee
you’ll have another day.
There’ll come a time God locks the door
and turns off all the lights.
Then those outside will find themselves
in everlasting night.
But, right now, while you still have time,
choose life eternally.
God’s given you a way back in
and Jesus is the key.
Get the picture?
Jeff Hildebrandt © Oct. 4, 2012
I'm curious about what this poem says to you and what it inspires, if anything.
And please, pass it on.
Monday, September 10, 2012
Cowboy Up America
Some of you have seen this before but as long as there are those fighting for our freedom, I'll keep reminding everyone I can of the reasons we're "over there."
God Bless our desert cowboys!
Cowboy Up America
When a Cowboy’s in a pinch,
he just tightens up the cinch,
spurs his horse and rides right through it
cause that’s the way the Duke would do it.
He’d Cowboy Up.
And when our country is in danger
a cowboy’s like the old Lone Ranger.
Ridin’ hard and shootin’ straight,
fightin’ those who spread the hate.
He’s Cowboy’d Up.
A Cowboy’s ready and he’s willin’
to face the foe, like Marshal Dillon.
And when the gun smoke clears away
Cowboy Spirit wins the day.
So, Cowboy Up.
Pull your hat down tight
and don’t back down
when you know what’s right.
We’ll bring back “Happy Trails” for you
like Hoppy, Gene and Roy would do.
Think back about Flight 93
and how those heroes came to be.
They knew that thousands more could die
if they just let that airplane fly
They Cowboy’d Up.
One widow had this tale to share,
a husband’s love and one last prayer.
And when their sacrifice was done
terror lost and Freedom won
“Let’s Roll”, he said and Cowboy’d up.
Cause Cowboys fight until they win
just like TV’s Paladin.
They will not let our flag unravel
as long as they Have Gun, Will Travel
And Cowboy Up, hell bent for leather.
Cause we’re all in this fight together.
We’re ridin’ hard right on their trail
and with God’s help, we will prevail.
If Gary Cooper, Joel McCrea
and Randolph Scott were here today
they’d fight for what is right and true.
But now, it’s up to me and you
to Cowboy Up.
So, let’s give Uncle Sam a hand
cause we’re all ridin’ for his brand.
Let New York and the Pentagon
inspire resolve to carry on
We’ve Cowboy’d Up. In God We Trust.
We fight because our cause is just.
We’re standin’ tall and standin’ free
Cause we won’t stand for tyranny.
So America, Cowboy Up!
Jeff Hildebrandt 2002
God Bless our desert cowboys!
Cowboy Up America
When a Cowboy’s in a pinch,
he just tightens up the cinch,
spurs his horse and rides right through it
cause that’s the way the Duke would do it.
He’d Cowboy Up.
And when our country is in danger
a cowboy’s like the old Lone Ranger.
Ridin’ hard and shootin’ straight,
fightin’ those who spread the hate.
He’s Cowboy’d Up.
A Cowboy’s ready and he’s willin’
to face the foe, like Marshal Dillon.
And when the gun smoke clears away
Cowboy Spirit wins the day.
So, Cowboy Up.
Pull your hat down tight
and don’t back down
when you know what’s right.
We’ll bring back “Happy Trails” for you
like Hoppy, Gene and Roy would do.
Think back about Flight 93
and how those heroes came to be.
They knew that thousands more could die
if they just let that airplane fly
They Cowboy’d Up.
One widow had this tale to share,
a husband’s love and one last prayer.
And when their sacrifice was done
terror lost and Freedom won
“Let’s Roll”, he said and Cowboy’d up.
Cause Cowboys fight until they win
just like TV’s Paladin.
They will not let our flag unravel
as long as they Have Gun, Will Travel
And Cowboy Up, hell bent for leather.
Cause we’re all in this fight together.
We’re ridin’ hard right on their trail
and with God’s help, we will prevail.
If Gary Cooper, Joel McCrea
and Randolph Scott were here today
they’d fight for what is right and true.
But now, it’s up to me and you
to Cowboy Up.
So, let’s give Uncle Sam a hand
cause we’re all ridin’ for his brand.
Let New York and the Pentagon
inspire resolve to carry on
We’ve Cowboy’d Up. In God We Trust.
We fight because our cause is just.
We’re standin’ tall and standin’ free
Cause we won’t stand for tyranny.
So America, Cowboy Up!
Jeff Hildebrandt 2002
Friday, August 31, 2012
Politics as Usual
Once again, manufactured enthusiasm clouds better judgement. What sort of choice do we have when we're forced to pick between the lesser of two evils?
Politics as usual
The RNC is over
The DNC’s ahead
and if we lived on promises
we’ll all be better fed.
I get so aggravated
at how they smile and say
I’ll solve all your problems
if you just vote my way.
I’ll tell you what I told you
when I warned you once before
we have to stop the politics.
Vote incumbents out the door.
Petty Party Politics
are the order of the day.
So let’s get out a great big broom
and clean the crud away.
You want to be my President
Then pledge to end this strife.
If you force a change in Washington,
We can have a better life.
Jeff Hildebrandt © August 31, 2012.
Politics as usual
The RNC is over
The DNC’s ahead
and if we lived on promises
we’ll all be better fed.
I get so aggravated
at how they smile and say
I’ll solve all your problems
if you just vote my way.
I’ll tell you what I told you
when I warned you once before
we have to stop the politics.
Vote incumbents out the door.
Petty Party Politics
are the order of the day.
So let’s get out a great big broom
and clean the crud away.
You want to be my President
Then pledge to end this strife.
If you force a change in Washington,
We can have a better life.
Jeff Hildebrandt © August 31, 2012.
Tuesday, August 21, 2012
Inspirational views
I had the pleasure of taking part if the True West Rail Fest in Durango, Colorado a few days ago. Met some wonderful people and rode the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gage railroad, pulled by an 1875 steam locomotive. Thought I'd share some of the pictures.
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