John Wesley Smith

A Few Thoughts on Political Elections…and Beyond

If you’re as disgusted with politics as I am, I congratulate you for reading past the title above. So I first say thank you.

While others yield to the temptation to wax eloquent on this or that candidate or decry the state of affairs, I’m not going to do that. Instead, I’d like to look at a bigger picture as set forth in three passages from the Scriptures. They help us understand the world we must be prepared to live in because they explain much about political elections and beyond. Continue reading “A Few Thoughts on Political Elections…and Beyond”

Perilous Times

I read a thought provoking article about why we won’t experience an armed revolution in America. The author gives three main reasons. Continue reading “Perilous Times”

God Will Have His Way

When our church was between pastors for a few weeks, I had the rare opportunity to give the message one Wednesday evening. I called my message “God Will Have His Way.” Continue reading “God Will Have His Way”

Are You Prepared for Trouble or Hard Times?

I had a minor procedure done at a dermatologist’s office, and the doctor and nurse were awfully chatty. They wanted to know what I do for a living. I told them I spend a lot of time on a Web site dedicated to preparedness and survival.

I mentioned that one of my readers had purchased a supply of storage food recently. The nurse had no idea why anybody would do that. Continue reading “Are You Prepared for Trouble or Hard Times?”

Muhammed Ali – A Musical Tribute

When I first heard the news of Muhammed Ali’s passing, I didn’t think of his boxing record. I’m not a boxing fan. I didn’t think of his name change from Cassius Clay either. I know that marked a significant change in his life. Continue reading “Muhammed Ali – A Musical Tribute”