After the Empty Tomb
By Chaplain (Col) Stephen W. Leonard, USA, Ret. “But the angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know you seek Jesus who was crucified. He is not here, for He has risen, as He said. Come, see the place where He lay.” Matthew 28:5-6 »
This Month at PAYH: Monthly Newsletter, April 2024
We have all heard the words. Those four-letter words used in almost every movie in Hollywood. Of all the words that sicken me the most are the ones that use the Name of God in them or use the Name of Jesus in an improper manner. Such language comes from the realm of the kingdom of darkness. With that in mind, if we are to shun the things of the dark kingdom, shouldn’t we gravitate toward the principles of the Kingdom of the Most High?
The Resurrection Confirms Christ’s Work on the Cross
By Chaplain (Col) Stephen W. Leonard, USA, Ret. “When Jesus had received the sour wine, He said, ‘It is finished’, and He bowed His head and gave up His Spirit.” John 19:30 When Jesus cried out, “It is finished!,” what did He mean? He was talking about »
Two Crowds
By Chaplain (Col) Stephen W. Leonard, USA, Ret. “The next day the large crowd that had come to the feast heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem. So they took branches of palm trees and went out to meet Him, crying out, ‘Hosanna! Blessed is He who comes in »
Murdering the Resurrected
By Chaplain (Col) Stephen W. Leonard, USA, Ret. “So the chief priests made plans to kill Lazarus as well, for on account of him, many of the Jews were going over to Jesus and believing in Him.” John 12:10-11 Sin and stupidity have a lot in common, »
And He With Me
By Chaplain (Col) Stephen W. Leonard, USA, Ret. “Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come into him and eat with him, and he with Me.” Revelation 3:20 This is one of the most familiar »
This Month at PAYH: Monthly Newsletter, March 2024
Very interesting for your meditation and mine is that the resurrection of Jesus Christ was accomplished without one eye on earth seeing it happen. Unless one of the tomb-guarding soldiers was peeking, which, out of their sheer terror and the Bible’s description of the soldiers’ distraction, I seriously doubt. No one saw the stone being rolled away and Jesus walking out of the tomb, except angels.
Conscious of God?
By Chaplain (Col) Stephen W. Leonard, USA, Ret. “For this is a gracious thing, when, conscious of God, one endures sorrows while suffering unjustly.” 1 Peter 2:19 “And without faith it is impossible to please God, for whoever would draw near to Him must believe that He is, and »
What Are the Early Signs of Juvenile Delinquency?
Juvenile delinquency is a term that refers to the involvement of minors in illegal or antisocial activities. It can have severe consequences for the young offenders, their families and society. Therefore, it is crucial to identify and address the early signs of juvenile delinquency before they escalate into more serious »
Trials Are Trying
By Chaplain (Col) Stephen W. Leonard, USA, Ret. “Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice insofar as you share Christ’s sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be glad »
How Does Addiction Develop?
In the Old Testament Book of 1 Samuel, there is an account of young Samuel being called by God. This is a remarkable story that holds some valuable lessons for those who read it. Eli was a man of prayer and a priest who had two wicked sons of his own. The story is as relevant today as it was to those who lived it. Samuel grew up as a young boy who had been prayed for by his parents and was dedicated to the service of the Lord.
