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Happy Labor Day!

Posted on September 2, 2019
/Under Mark's Memos

Good morning, Kids, and a Happy Labor Day to you. My daily Bible reading the last couple of days has added another dimension to my observance of Labor Day. As a result of reading the wise words found in the Proverbs and of the Preacher in Ecclesiastes, I am reflecting...Read more

Your Body Is a Temple

Posted on August 11, 2019
/Under Mark's Memos

Good morning, Kids. Today’s reading concludes with the words, “… your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God … you have been bought with a price, therefore glorify God in your body.” One of my fondest “Mimi” memories is of...Read more

Are You In Shape?

Posted on July 28, 2019
/Under Mark's Memos

Hello, Kids. After reading the title, I know what you must be thinking, “Is Dad seriously asking me if I am in shape?” And, rightfully so. Considering consistent workouts at Beatbox Fit & Lifetime Athletic, not to mention your athletic careers, I have no doubt that you all are in...Read more

The Voice that Shook the Earth

Posted on July 13, 2019
/Under Mark's Memos

Good morning, Kids. Today’s reading reminded me of all the recent earthquakes, not just here in America, but all around the world. They are devastating, as are tornadoes, fires, & floods. These and other dangerous forces of nature and natural phenomenon, like hail & sinkholes, are not new to us....Read more

Happy Independence Day!

Posted on July 4, 2019
/Under Mark's Memos

Good morning, Kids. Before Marty Roe became the lead singer of the hugely successful group, Diamond Rio, he was a member of the Christian band, Windsong. When we were students at Lipscomb in the early 80’s, I knew who Marty was, but only that he was a member of Windsong....Read more

It’s All About Who You Know

Posted on June 26, 2019
/Under Mark's Memos

Good morning, Kids. Today’s reading reminded me of Kickstarter. I knew nothing about it until Jessica Willis Fisher announced that she had started a fundraising campaign for her debut solo recording project. Kickstarter capitalizes on the financial idea of using other people’s money (“OPM”), to start a business, which is...Read more

Happy Father’s Day!

Posted on June 16, 2019
/Under Mark's Memos

Good morning, Sons. It was an honor to meet Paul Overstreet, a true legend of Nashville’s singer/songwriter community. He was a guest on the Rodeo & Juliet Show at the Franklin Theatre. I told Paul that I appreciate the focus on the family in his music. So much so, that...Read more

God’s Country Is Always Great!

Posted on June 9, 2019
/Under Mark's Memos

Good morning, Kids. Today’s reading reminded me of Donald Trump’s presidential campaign slogan, “Make America Great Again,” because it sounds so similar to what God’s chosen people were constantly begging Him to do, that is, to “Make Israel Great Again.” And, then I realized God’s country is always great. The...Read more

Happy Memorial Day!

Posted on May 27, 2019
/Under Mark's Memos

Good morning, Kids. On this Memorial Day, it seems only fitting that today’s reading would include God’s commandments to the Jews that were designed to help them remember something very important, that He had redeemed them. God commanded the Jews to observe the Feast of Passover, the Feast of Weeks,...Read more

Happy Mother’s Day!

Posted on May 12, 2019
/Under Mark's Memos

Good morning, Daughters. I recently discovered some beautiful music by Donna Taggart. The lyrics of her song, “Mom,” wonderfully describe the characteristics of a Godly mother. For example, “… she is a loving angel, tender, tough, & strong, … whose only goal in life is making sure her children will...Read more