In Everything Give Thanks

I Thessalonians 5:18 "In everything give thanks, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus"

Dear friends forgive me for not posting anything new of late. This does not mean that I have been without inspiration! A few nights ago, I was putting Abby to bed and we were talking about the New Testament. So far, Lisa has taken the girls through the Rainbow Series and the Old Testament so the girls have not spent as much time in the New yet. So I was talking about how much Paul wanted to be like Jesus and we should too, and Abby said, "do you mean Ron Paul?" :)
So, now that you know who I wanted to be our next president :) I encourage any and all debate regarding topics such as the Fed, taxes, supply side economics, foreign occupation, healthcare, immigration etc. In the meantime lets remember that the greatest concern this country has is called SIN. Most if not all of our sin is rooted in self, and concern for self. Dear friends, remember that the liberal Media WANTS you to be concerned, worried, and afraid about the current state of our economy and mood of our country. I think Herman Cain, a conservative talk show host put it well when he said, "In spite of what the liberal media wants everyone to believe, it is YOU who decides whether we are in a recession or prospering. Don't let yourself be a victim, decide that you are NOT participating in the recession and you wont!" Now, wasnt that refreshing to hear? Now, after deciding you will NOT participate in the current recession give God thanks for EVERYTHING in your life, through Christ Jesus (I thess 5:18). Thankfulness with a determined spirit will have a great impact on others. Maranatha
  • coulter
    That is a good post... I like Herman Cain, Ron Paul, & your analysis of what is most important. I'll be in the area at the end of March. See your friend Leah Owen Simon's blog to find out why. Hope to see you then.
    by coulter at 02/25/08 9:37PM
  • matermagistra
    I *LOVE* Ron Paul...and smiled big when I read what Abby said.

    Good thoughts here.
    by matermagistra at 02/25/08 10:51PM
  • bryanharwell
    Excellent thoughts. Sin is the biggest issue in this country. Funny how you never hear the candidates debating about sin. It seems that they are debating about excuses.
    by bryanharwell at 02/25/08 11:47PM
  • flychic
    Yea! You posted something :)

    That's really cute about Abby. :) I want to come see you guys soon. In the next few weeks maybe?
    by flychic at 02/26/08 9:01AM
  • pablito1
    ¡Que bueno por oír que estás aún vivo hermano!
    by pablito1 at 02/26/08 11:51AM
  • jannagrace
    Hey, what's your email so I can send you a list of things that would be good to discuss with Marshall? I think Authority is very much needed
    by jannagrace at 02/26/08 12:48PM
  • jannagrace
    but that's a whole lot, so, ??? We have to be back to Franklin by noon on Saturday though:( So I dunno how much time we'll have to study anything in depth together like we'd hoped.
    by jannagrace at 02/26/08 12:49PM
  • uncleowen
    Hey! You're alive! Give thanks in that!
    by uncleowen at 02/27/08 9:42PM
  • conniefran
    Hey Josh! Actually, I don't think I'll be able to come this weekend but I definitely would like try to come next time. I would love to see you all again.
    by conniefran at 02/27/08 10:14PM
  • flychic
    Tell me more about the 14th and 15th. I might be able to come during those days.
    by flychic at 02/29/08 12:41PM
  • jacobreaves
    Sweet words Josh... Go tell everyone who is about to lose their jobs there isn't a recession.... There is. Its because BUSH is an idiot and has only spent money that we don't have on things we don't need.
    by jacobreaves at 02/29/08 11:46PM
  • jacobreaves
    The only way there wouldn't be a recession is if the gov just lets inflation get out of control.
    by jacobreaves at 02/29/08 11:47PM
  • flychic
    Hey Josh, I wont know if I'm going to be able to come until a day or two before but I will let you know as soon as I find out!
    by flychic at 03/10/08 3:14PM
  • jaredreaves
    Egghead
    by jaredreaves at 03/15/08 4:46PM
  • sarahsmile
    Happy Birthday!!!!
    by sarahsmile at 03/17/08 10:17AM
  • evangelista
    Hola hermano Josh, Creo q hablas Espanol muy bien. Well, let me know if you speak spanish, is better for me.
    by evangelista at 03/17/08 2:27PM
  • evangelista
    I Live in Venezuela, in the city of Maracay. I work with the only one sound church in this city. I have been preching in Mexico, Colombia and USA. I was in Texas preaching a Gospel Meeting with the spanish church in Odessa, where brother Wayne Partain preachs.
    by evangelista at 03/17/08 2:29PM