These are either random thoughts that were laid on my heart or specific topics that I researched and expounded on. Many of these are naturally opinionated from my point of view.
What does it mean to “Experience the Scriptures?”
I recall sitting with my Father and listening to him tell a story and ask him how I might be a good storyteller, he replied; all you need to do…
What does it mean to be “sold out for God?”
We hear it all the time from the pulpit, and you’ve probably repeated it in some context; but what does it mean? If you ask a group of people, you’ll…
Having the Right Work Ethic
Ecclesiastes 9:10 Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might; for there is no work, nor device, nor knowledge, nor wisdom, in the grave, whither thou goest….
The Path of a Young Man
Proverbs 4:1 Hear, ye children, the instruction of a father, and attend to know understanding. On Father’s Day we look at the path of a young man and to recognize…
Passive Progressive
There is a movement that has been taking place since the 80’s that has been allowed to propagate by Christians. This movement of “passiveness” has become a major doctrinal departure…
Boldly Go
In the ‘60’s, a TV show set out to provide a mindset of exploration and adventure being pitched as “the wagon train to the stars”. Gene Roddenberry sought to provide…
Tips for a Clutter Free Home
As homes and apartments continue to be built for our ever-growing population, the challenge of space management seems to take center stage. These homes and apartments get smaller and smaller…
Time Savers for keeping a Clean Home
The more I visit homes to work with parents and children; the more I realize that the art of cleaning seems to have skipped a generation (or 2). I speak…
Tips to keep your kids room organized
Nothing like finishing up a hard days’ work to come home to the kids rooms all a mess. However, with every situation is a teaching opportunity. It’s amazing how many…
The Importance of Chores
It’s no secret in this day and time that young people today lack many of the “work hard” traits that we reflect on as a core principle. Finding a young…
Alien Baptism
While not a name commonly used in fundamental circles, occasionally the topic of church membership comes into play, and the term Alien Baptism is used to determine a position on…
The Parable of the Dirty Dishes
When it comes to chores, I think that no chore is more despised by kids than that of washing dishes. I know even myself growing up there was always that…
Can the secret of God be discovered?
Deuteronomy 29:29 The secret things belong unto the LORD our God: but those things which are revealed belong unto us and to our children for ever, that we may do…
Who are the Sons of God?
Much speculation surrounds the question of Who are the Sons of God. Many different views come with Greek and Hebrew tags as authors attempt to explain their theories. I prefer…
The Gospel Defined
Ephesians 6:19 And for me, that utterance may be given unto me, that I may open my mouth boldly, to make known the mystery of the gospel, What is the…
Should I fellowship with those who I know are in sin even though society calls that sin acceptable?
Should I fellowship with those who I know are in sin even though society calls that sin acceptable? Good question; It is a good question because the line of…
Stress 2
Isaiah 4:28 Hast thou not known? hast thou not heard, that the everlasting God, the LORD, the Creator of the ends of the earth, fainteth not, neither is weary? there…
Stress
1 Corinthians 10:13 There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that…
The Will of God – More than a catch phrase
One of the areas where many Christians have trouble is the area of the will of God for their lives. In this article we are going to look at the…
The Tinker Toy Trouble
The year was 1979, Christmas morning, surely a time of peace and happiness. When the time came in the Brewer tradition to open the presents I got the hottest toy…
Understanding how true advertising works… using the Bible as a guide
Effective advertising goes well beyond the presentation of a product or service. Effective advertising utilizes the most basic human desires; appeal to the flesh, appeal to the eyes and lastly…
Why Christians should reject the Rebel Flag!
The title got your attention didn’t it! Now it’s time to settle down and put some information to this opinion article. The Confederate battle flag in itself is no more…
Salvation – A bargain or a blessing?
Churches over the centuries have been telling everyone, and rightly so, that salvation is free gift of God. But over the last 30 years the word “Free” has been used…
Picture Perfect
I recently saw a post on Facebook where a teen group took a picture that I’m sure was innocent in nature… but the final effect, not so much. The end…
A Cautious Tale
One of the things that I have noted in the ministry that God has allowed, I have sought to preach, teach and encourage believers to grow in faith and their…
Things you don’t need to pray for
There are things you don’t need to pray for. I ask someone the other day “Are you coming to church?” His answer was “I’ll pray about it.” Pray about it?…
Where Is The Right Place To Worship?
Where Is The Right Place To Worship? That is what Dr. Gibb Wood preached about every 6 months while we were stationed in Germany with the Air Force. “Such a…
Does God know His name?
Have you been in a Church service lately and heard someone pray? “Dear Heavenly Father, Lord God, we pray for this day, Lord, that your presence be known, Father, and…
It just takes one ant
Every wondered why when you drop a cookie crumb before you know it you have a whole pile of ants over that one cookie crumb? It starts with one ant….
On the side on the Road
Every been driving down the road and noticed someone broken down? What went through your mind? I recall as a youth thinking “I’d hate to be in your shoes” thinking…
It’s the little things
Sometimes it can be the little things. As a Chaplain I used to try and keep an eye open for the little things, some of those little things can make…
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
written by the Honorable Kentucky Colonel Rick Brewer (SGT. USAF) The tomb of the unknown soldier is not unknown to me, He had a wife, a child, oh yes; a…
A Flag Tattered and Worn
written by the Honorable Kentucky Colonel Rick Brewer (SGT. USAF) A nice young man came walkin’ by He asked, “Why do you fly that flag so high? Those stars and…
Is giving a child an allowance scriptural?
Should parents give kids an allowance? This indeed is a great question and with any great question there are differing points of view. There is certainly a need of stewardship…
When Should you start taking a child to Church?
The family is under attack! Make no mistake in this. The ideals of the home, the structure, the leadership have all being separated and diminished. While there are many factors…
Should God be allowed in schools?
By Chaplain Rick Brewer I often see or hear the statement of “Put God Back in Schools” and while I understand their zeal I’m afraid I cannot agree with it….
Biblical guidelines for the use of cell phones and other devices
It is important to understand that having a personal electronic device such as a cell phone, tablet, computer, tv, ipod, mp3 player, video games… ect.. is a privilege. They are…