Job, Adam and Spiders

Deacon Arthur’s Homily on Sunday centered on the reading of Job 7:1-4, 6-7. 

He talked about the problems that Job encountered after Satan’s discussion with God. How the story develops with Job suffering and wondering what he did to offend God. We all know that Job hasn't done anything wrong and in the end, He is blessed with more ...  

“Thus the LORD blessed the later days of Job more than his earlier ones. Now he had fourteen thousand sheep, six thousand camels, a thousand yoke of oxen, and a thousand she-donkeys.” Job 42:12

Deacon Arthur also brought up the question, “why do bad things happen to good people?” Actually, bad things can and do happen. But, God is not punishing us. He has given us the tools we need to live here on earth. All we have to do is follow Him.

“We know that all things work for good to those who love God; who are called according to his purpose.” Romans 8:28

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 The Amazing Stairwell Illusion

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I enjoyed Super Bowl Vll. It was an exciting game that had two teams playing their best. There was action throughout the game which definitely kept my attention. Yes, I was pulling for New England, but the Philadelphia Eagles earned the trophy.

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There was a second exciting game this week. On Wednesday evening the Richmond Spiders faced the VCU Rams basketball game at home in the Robins Center. There is a strong rivalry between these teams. The Spiders won the first game which was at VCU, so the Richmond fans were there to support the team to get the 2nd win for the season. 
The Spiders came out strong in the first half but the Rams tied it up at 41 each. In the second half, the spiders took the lead but then the Rams jumped ahead 65-53. There was less than nine minutes left and it didn't look good for the Spiders. As the clock continued to run down, the Spiders started a rally that tied the game at 76-76. With only 31 seconds left the Spiders had a 2 shot opportunity from a foul and put one of those in, leading the game 77-76. They continued the pressure, took possession of the ball and won the game.

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The talented Secundus posted this drawing of French and Indian War militiaman. I’m looking forward to seeing his completed miniatures.  

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Just in case you missed them, my latest Briartun buildings are here. 

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Luke Bryan - “You Look Like Rain.”

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