Tag Archives: Freedom

First Principles: History Does Not Long Entrust the Care of Freedom To the Weak Or the Timid

“History does not long entrust the care of freedom to the weak or the timid.” – Dwight D. Eisenhower

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Thought For the Day: When the Rights of Any Individual Or Group Are Chipped Away, the Freedom of All Erodes

“When the rights of any individual or group are chipped away, the freedom of all erodes.” – Earl Warren

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250 Years In the Making

250 Years In the Makingby Michael DoyleWe have accomplished 250 years of history,Moments in time so completely celebratory.We are the crowning achievement of living history.Exceptional, we are that something extraordinary.That other nations openly strive to emulate,As we achieve more, and … Continue reading

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Living Life (In His Embrace)

Living Life (In His Embrace)by Michael DoyleDancing out of regret,It helps me to forgetAll the troubles I’ve seenIn the life of this human being.God’s love sets me free,Bringing me positivity.In all my living days,It’s why I offer praise.The blood of … Continue reading

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First Principles: The Freedom For Which They Died, Must Endure and Prosper…Freedom Is Not Bought Cheaply. It Has A Cost

“The United States and the freedom for which it stands, the freedom for which they died, must endure and prosper. Their lives remind us that freedom is not bought cheaply. It has a cost; it imposes a burden. And just … Continue reading

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Taking Comfort In A Shown Glory, Pt. II

Taking Comfort In A Shown Glory, Pt. IIby Michael DoylePharaoh and Moses debated Hebrew slaveryAnd the letting go of this people’s mastery.The first offer was religious observation,So long as the Hebrews didn’t leave the nation.It’s like this today to live … Continue reading

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The Difference of A Heavenly Father

The Difference of A Heavenly Fatherby Michael DoyleDeep within the holy inference,Meanings are held by deference.Throughout all of human history,Kings have added up to slavery.But not so, in our father’s kingdom.Our heavenly king rules through freedom.When the people forget and … Continue reading

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I’m Finally Home

I’m Finally Homeby Michael DoyleTurned around to solid ground,I was no longer Hellbound.My interest in the open roadWas replaced by the blessing I was told.I find my freedom in my salvation.The glory road became my fascination.I am no longer destined … Continue reading

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Thought For the Day: We’re Also Remembering the Guiding Light of Our Judeo-Christian Tradition. All of Us Here Today Are Descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, Sons and Daughters of the Same God

“And we’re also remembering the guiding light of our Judeo-Christian tradition. All of us here today are descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, sons and daughters of the same God. I believe we are bound by faith in our God, … Continue reading

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Bonhoeffer, Part 4 (Dirty Hands)

Dirty Handsby Michael DoyleThe truth speaks loudly, and sometimes too much.There is a penalty for doing such.Sometimes, the things we do break us in two.That’s not too much of a price to pay for you.So, our Lord, beloved, was there … Continue reading

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