Month: November 2023

JFK’s assassination and the sin of murder

On By Aaron AllisonIn History, United States of AmericaLeave a comment

Today is the 60th anniversary of one of the saddest days in our country’s history when President John F. Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas. The depth of this loss was so traumatic America has not been able to accept it, hence the many conspiracy theories. Though there may be validity to certain discrepancies surrounding this loss, the fact is this: a trigger was pulled, and promise was lost.

It was the sin of murder, which resulted in chaos, sorrow, and fear—Satan’s specialty. Murder happens on this planet literally all the time. Sin is lurking, ready to take advantage of hate, deception, and fear. On this day in 1963, the entire world recognized the devastation of murder in one moment, and the heaviness was collective.

In the coming Kingdom, there will be no murders, no assassinations, and no funeral processions. Come, Lord Jesus, come!

Let’s remember our “Crown of Joy” during Thanksgiving

On By Aaron AllisonIn Devotional, SermonsLeave a comment

Today is one week from Thanksgiving, a wonderful day for our country and culture. I want to remind you to value people during the holiday.

I was very close to my grandfather, and he loved to repeat the same stories at our frequent meals. Our family would tease him often, but we were short-sighted to do so. My grandpa was not just repeating a story for information; he was sharing his life.

My grandpa has been gone since 1996. How I wish I could hear him tell a story this Thanksgiving!

Sunday, I taught on the Crown of Joy, which is people.

After all, what gives us hope and joy, and what will be our proud reward and crown as we stand before our Lord Jesus when he returns? It is you! – 1 Thessalonians 2:19 (NLT)

As we journey in this life, let’s remember that people are our joy and a reward from God. Value people and their stories.

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The anti-abortion movement will continue, despite recent setbacks

On By Aaron AllisonIn Abortion, Culture, United States of AmericaLeave a comment

As an anti-abortion advocate, I am sad to acknowledge a trend since the Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization (2022) ruling when the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade (1973). The AP reports, “Since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, the 1973 decision that had protected abortion rights nationally, voters in all seven states that held a statewide vote have backed access.”

Since I have spent a lot of time in Kansas and Kentucky, I was surprised that these two are among the states in 2022 that voted with a pro-choice outcome. Ohio is the latest to vote for a favorable pro-choice position on November 7, 2023.

The anti-abortion movement will never stop, but we must adapt new strategies if individual states keep strengthening abortion access. We must win one mind and heart at a time. If people are open to the truth and follow their instinct to protect children, I believe abortions will fade in time, and a culture of life will be our future. This is my hope on a difficult week for the anti-abortion cause. 

He could not prevail!

On By Aaron AllisonIn Culture, Current Events, DevotionalLeave a comment

“…but he could not prevail!”

Though Revelation is mysterious, this is clear – there is a war between God and Satan. This war is described in many ways, but it is depicted clearly in Revelation 12:7-8 with Satan manifested as a dragon:

“Then war broke out in heaven: Michael and his angels fought against the dragon. The dragon and his angels also fought, but he could not prevail, and there was no place for them in heaven any longer (CSB).”

We are seeing evil manifested through Hamas, mass shootings, racism, and lawlessness. While we grieve and groan, may we remember about Satan …

“”…but he could not prevail!”

Texas Rangers World Series win means more to some

On By Aaron AllisonIn SportsLeave a comment

I’ve enjoyed reading all the posts on social media from fellow Texas Rangers fans after the World Series championship. I have also been surprised by all the congratulatory texts I received – which was fun. The texts made me feel like an owner or general manager!

While all new Ranger fans are welcomed and appreciated, those who followed the team in the early years (I remember the 1980s) have a bond from suffering. Our team was bad for a long time, and most seasons contained little hope. So, this reaction by long-time Ranger fans is about something other than winning. I think many of us are having a rush of nostalgia from seeing something happen we never thought would occur. It makes us feel younger and think about the people we were younger with.