Actions Speak LouderThan Words....

We all have seen the commercials on TV. You know , the ones talking about children in absolute poverty , struggling to survive . We say how sad and then walk out to the kitchen to pop our popcorn in our microwave and then sit down to watch some make believe show that at times moves us to tears or we laugh ourselves silly forgetting the suffering , wanting to drown it out. Well my family finally sponsored a little girl and all I can say is , Lord forgive me for waiting so long . Actions speak louder than words and its time we act out of love and give these little ones hope .So go on World Vision , Compassion or Children Christian Fund and reach out and give,it will change your heart.

Just Because ...

Why do we buy stuff that we really don't like? Is it just habit or mind control perhaps! Just kidding, but when I'm driving and I pass a Tim Horton's ,I always feel compelled to get a coffee . I must admit I'm a weak man without caffeine , temptation stay away . However since I have had "good" coffee , I realize that Tim's is a habit more than good coffee. I know I step on sacred ground with Canadians but after drinking Just Us and T.A.N's , the bottom line for me is its just not that good. Granted it will do in a pinch but that's about it. So don't hate me for not liking Tim's but that's the way I see it or should I say taste it .....

Can We Trade , Please...

With both the US and my country , Canada , going to the polls , I have one thing to say . Can we trade candidates , please . The more I listen to McCain and Palin , I wish they were running here compared to the retreads we have . I don't think they will win with the American public gasping over the so called "second coming ", but I know one thing , Sarah Palin will be a force to reckon with in years to come . Palin for Prime Minister I say !

In from the Cold

Its been a little while but I have just returned to work , having been off for over a year . Its been a bit strange returning to a job I normally would have stayed away from like the plague . However winter is fast approaching and its not like a line up of potential employers knocking at my door.Its back to custodial for now. I know as a christian we are to do all as if we are working for the Lord but its hard when its not what you want or the pay is so little . But I will endeavor to work well and make the best of the situation.

Puzzling ...

Recently I read a little line on a company poster that as one of its 4 guidelines is in everything we do , may God get the glory . Now I think that is a fine motive and a good thing to excel towards . It is directly from scripture , that all we do is to glorify the Lord , if one is a Christian . However , what I found funny is this company pays as little as possible to its employees. At the same time the owner of the operation has reaped a very nice profit and which has afforded a lifestyle most of the workers could only dream of. In fact with most barely over minimum wage , most live a paycheck at a time .I do not think profit is wrong ,or that one who risked much doesn't deserve to reap the spoils , so to speak . But I contend if this company is run by a Christian , they must go beyond the world and offer more . Not living off the backs of the worker . We all deserve a decent wage for a honest days pay but sin corrupts, even believers can fall into greed and tipping the scales to favor them .

X Marks the Spot!

Well its not only election fever to the south of us , it will be here as well. We hit the polls on Oct.14. The question is , can the Tories win enough of the popular vote to win a majority. Some have suggested an "hidden" agenda that the evil Harper has in store for the country if he gets his majority. To that I say , show me the money ! Its tiring rhetoric to my ears.
The issue that will force my ballot to be marked with an X is the protection of the unborn. I will never cast my vote behind a candidate that advocates the murder , yes you heard that word right , murder of a helpless child. We are all made in God's image and a society is measured by how we protect life . So any candidate that comes to knock on my door will be given the boot on this issue, and the sad thing ,I will probably be kicking them all off my door step.

Time for Something New !!

Third Day , in christian music circles, need little introduction . They have released 13 albums to date . Garnering both numerous awards , gold and platinum certificates . With the latest release called Revelations , Third Day once again prove why they are at the top , with an album that succeeds in being a solid Third Day album and I mean that in a good way. As in tradition of recent releases , they combine both rockers and slower numbers , show casing what is one of their strengths , Mac Powell's clear and distinct voice. Using the southern rock leanings on the heavier numbers like the opening track "This Is Who I'm " and "Otherside" , they really let it rip . While on the slower numbers using both catchy verses and sing along choruses like "Call My Name " and " I Will Always Be True" , they show why they have are a truly class act. The theme running through the album seems to be one brokenness,forgiveness and reconciliation. While its not a pump your fist in your face for Jesus, the songs like "Take It All" , a stand out track for me and the poignant "Born Again" , it is clear why this band continues on , to minister and show God's glory through the gospel of Jesus Christ. For those who make fun of Christian music as being sub par , I dare you to check out Third Day , they are talented men who strive to serve God through the gifts He has given them . Reggie's Rating Meter : 8.5/10