'[T]he education of children for God is the most important business done on earth. It is the one business for which the earth exists. To it all politics, all war, all literature, all money-making, ought to be subordinated; and every parent especially ought to feel, every hour of the day, that, next to making his own calling and election sure, this is the end for which he is kept alive by God--this is his task on earth.' ~ Rev. R. L. Dabney, Parental Responsibilities
‘If we have not taught our students a Biblical approach to ethics, and given them the knowledge and skill to make wise moral decisions in every area of life, we have failed to give them a thorough Christian education.’
'Some would place Jesus on a pedestal. What He seeks is that Christ may be placed on the throne of the heart.' ~ Rev. Henry H. Sweets, 'What Is It to Be a Christian?', The Southern Presbyterian Pulpit
Mrs Warren G. Harding's (wife of the 29th U.S. President) Chicken Pot Pie Recipe
This is one of my favourite recipes. I made this numerous times as a batchelor for several reasons: it is very tasty, healthful, and (depending on the size of your family) it can last quite a while. I have modified it a bit to suit my taste but it remains largely faithful to the original recipe.
Ingredients: Chicken, potatoes, onions, peas, baby carrots (or sliced), corn, rice, salt, pepper, biscuit dough.
Cooking Instructions: The amount of each ingredient used should be suited to your taste and the number of folks you are feeding. I never measure, opting instead to 'eyeball' the ingredients until I think it looks right.
- Bake (or boil) boneless, skinless chicken breast until done. Separate into small pieces with a fork.
- Boil rice and potatoes (separately) until cooked.
- Add chicken, potatoes, rice, carrots, onions, and corn in large cassarole dish along with one cup of chicken broth.
- Salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover ingredients completely with layer of biscuit dough. Bake at 350 degrees until dough is brown on top.
- Serve with a nice, tall glass of iced tea.
A rare Biblical masterpiece makes a comeback.
'You will take possession by military force, of the printing establishments of the New York World and Journal of Commerce ... and prohibit any further publication thereof ... you are therefore commanded forthwith to arrest and imprison ... the editors, proprietors and publishers of the aforesaid newspapers.' ~ Order from Abraham Lincoln to General John Dix, 18 May 1864.
Southwest Baptist Theological Seminary has a new ‘New course offering: a BA in humanities with a concentration in homemaking. Strictly for women only.’
Well shut my mouth!—Jeremiah was right!
Once, during the war, a Winchester church saw its worship service digressing into a war rally--much to the pastor's dismay--then [Stonewall] Jackson strode in and took seat near the door. '[Pastor] Graham called on the general to lead in prayer. The request caught Jackson by surprise. A long moment of silence followed, then Jackson stood and closed his eyes. According to Graham, "he led us at once into the presence of God, and to the throne of grace." Jackson confessed the unworthiness of everyone as sinners and their absolute dependence on divine mercy. He begged God to help their afflicted [Conferacy] and to bring success to the armies defending it. Graham suddenly beheld not a stern soldier but a humble disciple. "Not a single word [in Jackson's prayer] did he utter inconsistent with the command to love your enemies. Not once did he venture to tell God what he ought to be in that great crisis." The remainder of the service passed in an air of newfound reverence.' ~ James I. Robertson, Stone Wall Jackson: The Man, The Soldier, The Legend
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