Sorry State of Affairs

Well, America how is that "Change You Can Believe In" working out?  I for one am sadly disappointed.  At the founding of our government in 1776, there were hidden angels of influence and common sense moving among those in authority.  They helped to form a Christian nation that was a light unto the world.  Over time our government , collectively, began to feel that it was omniscient. They hardened their hearts and minds to the influence of the angels of God.  Slowly the angels were pulled out and away from the government and left us to our own devices.  I feel that there is not one left in Washington today to try and help us.
     I do not presume to speak for God, but in my humble opinion, I think that he is more disappointed with us now, than he was with Sodom and Gomorrah.  It is a classic example of "You get what you wish for."  At least Jimmy Carter tried to rescue the hostages of Iran.  All this president can do is bully the American people.  With a Russian president that is perceived (wrongly) to wrestle bears, our leader, as Sarah Palin says, "puts on his mom jeans."  I admit that I am a white man that was born into a culture of discrimination in the south.  This has nothing to do with race.  I challenge any of you to find a people more hated and discriminated against than the Jewish people.  Yet I call a thirty three year old Jew that sits on the right hand of God, Lord and Savior.
     We, the American people, have stood by and allowed our freedoms to be taken away.  We have not responded for years of being called racists and bigots and it is time to change that.  Love the sinner and hate the sin.  Why should we give up our rights so that a small group can feel empowered?  This change can come by praying that the angels of influence be restored to our nation"s capital, and that prayer be reinstated in schools..

Dawson Fire House

This is the Dawson, Ga. fire house as it was in the early 1900's.  It is still in use today.  This is an eight by sixteen feet mural that I painted for the beautification board.

Apples

This project is a little out of the ordinary for me.  It is based on a sign project that I did for an apple orchard, in north Alabama.  The size is 24x36 inches and is oil on canvas.

Rest in Peace Dakota

Rest in peace girly-girl.  You were the sweetest most gentle dog ever.  God gave us to you to fill a big hole in our hearts.  You did that and more.  Your life was cut much too short and you will be missed.  Thank you God for our time together.

Fox Feather

This is the first feather that I painted.

Deer Hunter on Feather

Deer hunter in tree stand, painted onto a turkey tail feather.

Joy in Jesus

There's power in the name,
even by myself, I am not alone,
maybe just a little lame,
but with joy in Jesus, my bone
will not break.
Even though I did not cry,
my freedom they did take,
with joy in Jesus I will not die.
He is my heavenly cake.
I had no control
over the national boss.
My security  he stole,
my insurance was a loss.
Jesus sits on high,
joy to him on the right,
as I give a thankful sigh
Because he has me in sight.
Joy joy joy in Jesus,
I do not complain
he is a physician to us.
Even though I am in pain,
my body does ache,
with doubt in my mind.
This with a touch he can break
And joy in Jesus, I will find.
As he heals my soul
and gives me joy unspeakable,
not a lump of coal
but happiness that is indescribable.