Monthly Archives: September 2017

The NFL Controversy – To Knee Or Not To Knee

Posted on September 30, 2017 by Phil Christensen

First, The President. Donald Trump will continue to do what got him here. Internalize this simple principle, and one need never be puzzled y his behavior again. This explains everything he says and does, and it explains why he inserts … Continue reading →

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Greetings, Blessings, & Words No One Uses Anymore, Part I

Posted on September 25, 2017 by Phil Christensen

The Greeting… Words have meaning, even words we don’t use.  Sometimes several events tend to amalgamate into a single memory. I’m standing in the living room of my in-law’s home. It’s time to go. Tomorrow, Lois and I are going … Continue reading →

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North Korea – The Problem That Won’t Go Away.

Posted on September 18, 2017 by Phil Christensen

North Korea – Is There A Solution? The Unites States Government continues to deal with North Korea from a Western Paradigm  based on the Post World War II model.  It’s time to stop. From The Washington Post 9/14/17.

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Fall Foliage and A Pleasant Ride Home

Posted on September 13, 2017 by Phil Christensen

Fall Foliage – It’s Coming. The best time to see the fall foliage in Pennsylvania will in 2 -3 weeks.  But it’s starting.  The colors of Summer are still with us, but you can see a hint. Then this came … Continue reading →

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My View On Today’s Worship Music

Posted on September 9, 2017 by Phil Christensen

Worship Leading – good?  Not so good?  Do we want to go back to something else, and if so, how far back? This week my wife tagged me on what has to be one of the most awkward worship videos … Continue reading →

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Kitchen Garden Journal 9/2/17

Posted on September 2, 2017 by Phil Christensen

Late Summer Kitchen Garden It’s September.  This morning there was a coolness in the air presaging a pleasant Fall.    I can wait for the crisp snap of the Autumn morning.  I’ve come to learn the importance of enjoying the … Continue reading →

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