Allen Jones

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More Than An Education

Since the beginning of the educational system as we know it, our country has always educated the “masses.” I can remember my parents referring to education as the “3 R’s.” I can still hear my dad say, “readin’, ritin’, and rithmetic.” My parents pushed me beyond my ability because they could see the skills needed …

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Parenting (Highs & Lows)

I count it a blessing to be the father of a fourteen year old and twelve year old. I can’t think of a more challenging but rewarding job. I struggle with the speed at which our children have grown in terms of age but thankful for their emotional & spiritual development. I sometimes long for …

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TV : What can we watch!?

Several years ago I can remember thinking, “Christians do not have options when it comes to television programming.” Not long after I pondered this thought, the Gospel Broadcasting Network was developed and went “live.” What is the Gospel Broadcasting Network (GBN)? GBN is simply the best & most informative Scriptural programming available that provides 24 …

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The Future is Today

I asked Ellie & Asa what they learned at camp. They both responded by saying, “Our youth is the church of today, not tomorrow.” I asked them to explain. They said, “Most adults think our generation can only make an impact in the future, not today.” While listening, I immediately thought about Paul’s letter to …

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Our Father

I remember the morning of my father’s funeral, my mother was in a hurry to leave the house. In a confused voice, I asked, “Why are you in such a rush?” She said, “Today is the last day we will get to see him.” I have longed to see & talk with my earthly father …

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The Message We Send Says What?

We send text messages, respond to text messages, and send emails. We message others asking or convincing our recipient to think about or do something. Or when we choose not to respond to someone’s question we are responding. When we react to a person or situation, we are in essence sending a message. I recently …

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Help Wanted

We have all gone to the HELP WANTED column of the classified section of the newspaper. When I needed a second job, I would spend a dollar in hopes of finding employment in the Sunday edition. Most of the time, we can find work if we are seeking. This is especially true in the work …

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How Many Days Do We Have Left?

Students and adults who work for school districts ask this question a lot in the spring. I hear this question asked at least 5-6 times per week after we return from Spring Break. While we do not know how many days we have left on earth, we should be concerned with the time we have! …

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Things That Matter

We want to leave things for our children upon our passing. Why? Our children want things to remember us by, our children want things so they will remember their childhood, & our children want things that will sustain them through the difficult years of adulthood. What shall we leave our children? A good name: Solomon …

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Old Age Is A Blessing For The Obedient

Growing old with obedience is both a blessing & pleasing to God! I once read, live the best life you can because when you are old, your memories will allow you to do it again. The meaning here is living a life for Christ means living a life without regret. We don’t want to reach …

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