“A thrill of hope, the weary world rejoices, for yonder breaks a new and glorious morn.” What a perfect line for our world today one that often feels so very weary While December 25th is not the actual birth date of Jesus, I’m still grateful that this is when we celebrate it. I’m glad Christmas … Continue reading Christmas Brings a New and Glorious Morn
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Light the World campaign reaches Oklahoma
One of my favorite aspects of the Christmas season is how the spirit of Christ makes people just a little bit kinder. People look out for the welfare of their fellow man just that much more. Finding ways to give back is not hard this time of the year as there are angel trees and … Continue reading Light the World campaign reaches Oklahoma
Conservative free speech advocate killed in Utah
From Southwest Ledger One of the principal difficulties in George Washington’s presidency was dealing with the French Revolution and whether we should support their fight. While Washington’s cabinet was divided on the issue, one important player from the revolution was not. Written in 1776, Thomas Paine’s “Common Sense” may be the most important document written … Continue reading Conservative free speech advocate killed in Utah
I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day
From Southwest Ledger Being that this has been a tumultuous year for many, I thought I would share a Christmas message of hope. It is not a happy message per say, but one of peace. As an American Civil War historian, one of my favorite Christmas songs is, “I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day.” … Continue reading I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day
Historically Speaking 