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A number of people have been getting the following error message when trying to view YouTube videos on the Cybersalt sites. "We're sorry, this video is no longer available" This is not a problem uni... read more..

"For me to live is Christ, and to die is gain...My desire is to depart and be with Christ." Phil. 1:21-23      Joy in life is an accepted idea, but joy in life and d read more..

Millions of people will be celebrating the Fourth of July this week with all kinds of revelries. One thing the American Constitution affords is the freedom to act like a fool. From my sarcastic vantag... read more..

During Operation Desert Storm, I was a legislative affairs officer for Gen. Norman Schwarzkopf. Often I was required to transport gifts, sent to him from patriotic Amerians, from Washington, D.C., to ... read more..

"Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD." Psalm 33:12       In these words the Psalmist referred only to Israel. They were blessed above all other nations; read more..

On a visit to the library I happened to notice a man and a woman, both deaf, signing with intense gestures, apparently in a heated debate. The man said something, and the woman seemed upset. She start... read more..

"For I know that through your prayers and the help of the Spirit of Jesus Christ this will turn out for my deliverance. Phil. 1:19      A special note of joy is added to read more..

"Whether in pretence or in truth, Christ is preached; and I do rejoice" Phil. 1:18     News of people proclaiming Christ finally reaches Paul in prison. He rejoices that read more..

Back when I was a teenager, I played on a church league baseball team. I was a mediocre player, but I did manage the odd brilliant "major league-ish" catch. I must admit, though, that I never manage... read more..

A reporter was interviewing Jack Nicklaus. He said,  "Jack, you are spectacular, your name is synonymous with the game of golf. You really know your way around the course.  What is your secret?"To whi... read more..

"What has happened to me has really served to advance the Gospel. Phil. 1:12 continued.      When Paul was put in prison, many shook their heads in dismay. "Now his read more..

Dear Kids,Don't be alarmed, the world isn't coming to an end. I am simply taking a bath. It will take about thirty minutes and will involve soap and water. Yes, I know how to swim. Even if I didn't, f... read more..

The word of God is the Word of God. It's easy to tell whether or not we truly believe that is it's origin. ... read more..

"It is my prayer that your love may abound more and more. Phil. 1:9-11      It has been my joy in observing the spiritual growth in other people. Paul prays that love may read more..

Our Supply Clerk at the factory where I work, discovered a box that was left on the loading dock with this warning printed on it: DANGER DO NOT TOUCH!   Management was called and all employees were to... read more..

SEVENTH  SUNDAY  AFTER  PENTECOST    "This is the day the LORD hath made, let us rejoice and be glad in it."   Zechariah 9:8-12    ... read more..

A newspaper writer, after working for 17 long years, was finally granted two months leave, during which time he would be fully paid. However, he turned down his boss' kind offer.The boss asked, "Why w... read more..

"I am sure that He who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ." Phil. 1:6      I enjoyed watching the progress on our town f read more..

"I thank my God in all my remembrance of you, always in every prayer of mine for you all, making request with joy, thankful for your partnership in the Gospel from the first day until now. P read more..

It was Mickey's first night in the penitentiary. All of the inmates were in their cells and he was trying to become a bit more comfortable with his meager surroundings. As he leaned against the bars a... read more..

A middle-aged man walks into a psychologist's office wearing a dancer's tutu, flippers and a scuba mask.The psychologist, humoring him, asks, "What seems to be the problem?"The man answers, "Well, Doc... read more..

To all the saints in Christ Jesus who are at Philippi, with the bishops and deacons, grace to you and peace from God, or Father, and the LORD Jesus Christ. Philippians 1:1,2  continued from yeste... read more..

"Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus. To all the saints in Christ Jesus at Philippi, together with the overseers and deacons. Phil 1:1     In this chapter we hear of a read more..

"Except the LORD build the house, they labor in vain that build it; except the LORD keep the city, the watchman waketh but in vain. Psalm 127:1      Treaties have been ma read more..

"I thank my God in all my remembrance of you." Phil. 1:3 continued     I always try to remember birthdays and anniversaries and the people who celebrate them.  Paul read more..

New uniforms and ties attract catsup and gravy.You will never get the urge to use the bathroom until you have left the station.Surprise inspections will only occur after you have been in a foot pursui... read more..

Followers of Jesus will always live surrounded by cultural "hot" topics and conspiracies. We have, however, someone much greater to sew our attention to. ... read more..

SIXTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST                            &nbs... read more..

A man and his wife were having some problems at home and were giving each other the silent treatment.The next week the man realized that he would need his wife to wake him at 5.00 am for an early flig... read more..

I signed up for an exercise class and was told to wear loose fitting clothing.If I *had* any loose fitting clothing, I wouldn't have signed up for an exercise class!... read more..