This Month at PAYH: Monthly Newsletter, September 2024
In 1894, Labor Day became a federal holiday in the USA. It is celebrated on the first Monday in September to honor and recognize the American labor movement and the work and contributions of laborers to the development of the USA.
Why Do You Live Where You Live?
By Chaplain (Col) Stephen W. Leonard, USA, Ret. “And He made from one man every nation of mankind to live on all the face of the earth, having determined allotted periods and the boundaries of their dwelling place, that they should seek God, in the hope that they might »
Speaking Publicly?
By Chaplain (Col) Stephen W. Leonard, USA, Ret. “I will speak of Your statutes before kings and will not be put to shame, for I delight in Your commands because I love them.” Psalm 119:46-47 “Oh, I could never do that! I cannot ever speak before the »
Run to Win
By Chaplain (Col) Stephen W. Leonard, USA, Ret. “In a race everyone runs, but only one person gets first prize. So run your race to win. To win the contest you must deny yourselves many things that would keep you from doing your best. The athlete goes to all »
This Month at PAYH: Monthly Newsletter, August 2024
Psalm 78:2-6, “2 I will open my mouth in a parable; I will utter dark sayings of old, 3 Which we have heard and known, And our fathers have told us. 4 We will not hide them from their children, Telling to the generation to come the praises of the Lord, And His strength and His wonderful works that He has done. 5 For He established a testimony in Jacob, And appointed a law in Israel, Which He commanded our fathers, That they should make them known to their children; 6 That the generation to come might know them, The children who would be born, That they may arise and declare them to their children.”
The Rest of the Story
By Chaplain (Col) Stephen W. Leonard, USA, Ret. “…that you should remember the predictions of the holy prophets and the commandment of the LORD and Savior through your apostles.” 2 Peter 3:2 Paul Harvey, when he was alive, spoke about many fascinating facts, exciting adventures of history, »
10 Ways to Respond to a Disrespectful Grown Child
Parenting is a tough job. Often, guidance is required to navigate it successfully. As children mature, they often outgrow the urge or desire to disrespect their parents for childlike and trivial reasons. However, some continue these behaviors toward others, even as grown adults. When that happens, many parents are confused »
Timelessness
By Chaplain (Col) Stephen W. Leonard, USA, Ret. “But do not overlook this one fact, beloved, that with the LORD, one day is as a thousand years, and a thousand years is as one day.” 2 Peter 3:8 One of the BIG factors that we never experience »
America, the Beautiful, for Jesus’ Sake
By Chaplain (Col) Stephen W. Leonard, USA, Ret. O beautiful for spacious skies, For amber waves of grain, For purple mountain majesties Above the fruited plain! America! America! God shed his grace on thee And crown thy good with brotherhood From sea to shining sea! O beautiful for pilgrim »
This Month at PAYH: Monthly Newsletter, July 2024
Freedom is often described as "the state of not being imprisoned or enslaved." With regard to our great Nation's history, freedom has been called living without fear of tyranny, and oppression. Whatever your definition, Freedom is a valuable commodity in life, and as it pertains to those who follow Christ, even in death. God created man, and all the rest of creation with the sole purpose to please and worship Him.
How to Maintain Your Authority with Your Teenager
Parenting is a beautiful life stage, a constant interplay of love, respect and guidance. The early years require clear boundaries, while adolescence demands a shift towards fostering independence and open communication. Maintaining authority can be challenging as your teenager grows and develops. Read on to explore strategies for a strong »
