Christian Soldiers

Its time to kill the elephant...

There are a lot of things which Christians don't seem willing to discuss. One HUGE elephant in the room is the notion that everyone should just mind their own business. Its time to kill that elephant. Continue

Added by Bruce Macomber on June 6, 2010

National Day of Prayer

Today started like most others prayer time, Bible time, breakfast. On line Forum, emails, Feed all of the animals. Went to town and checked ministry mailbox. It was 11.30 and a short walk to the courthouse steps. A few times around the walkway and the crowd got large. I went to be a prayer partner to give Honor to GOD, to be a Christian. I was asked to be a part of the National Day of Prayer. As I stepped up to the mic I asked for a minute of silence. Continue

Added by Bruce Aspgren on May 6, 2010

All I own is trash

This is about homeless children. While on a visit to a children's home (orphanage) in central Texas. I spent some time with a group of children 5 to 9 years old. A house father shared this story. When the children come here I spend extra time with them and when we look at what they bring with them its usually in a trash bag. I asked one little girl what she had and she stated all she had was trash. Every time that she was to pack up her things they would say go get a trash bag. I pray that this… Continue

Added by Bruce Aspgren on April 26, 2010

Some powdered donuts

I was at a store Tuesday and a vendor that sold baked goods was taking out the out of date food. He and I are prayer friends. He donated some powdered donuts. We prayed and I got a call for a rescue. I went to see about a man who was out of sorts and needed to go to MHMR. mental health medical resources. I was able to get him to agree to get help when I offered him some powdered donuts. He said how did you know that I liked these kind of donuts.

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Added by Bruce Aspgren on April 8, 2010

I Too Need Friendship

This report is hard to write. I will ask of you to remember this man in prayer. Early this week I got a call from a indigent Veteran. He has had a bout of illness and the water co. has removed his water meter. He was $140 late for 3 months . He lives in a 83 ford motor home. He has never had electric and now no water. He called me and reported that he wanted to end the pain. Continue

Added by Bruce Aspgren on March 5, 2010

Ministry

Its been raining and in the 30's for more than a week. I was at the post office checking the ministry mailbox. As I walked out to get into the van on the ground was a folded envelope with a check inside 2400.00. I recognized the names and when I got home I called and left a message. After a few days and no answer I addressed a envelope and licked a stamp. I walked down the hill and raised the flag on the mailbox. Two days later the dogs at 7am let me know that someone was here. Continue

Added by Bruce Aspgren on February 12, 2010

You Are Loved!!!

It has almost been a year since Tim came to Indiana to begin his new job. I had to stay back in Texas to finish up the school year. I missed him alot. He would call in the evenings and we would talk. Every three weeks he would fly in to Austin. We could not experience the comfort of being together everyday because of the great distance between... Continue

Added by Jeannette Burleigh on January 6, 2010

Believers, Let's Have a Tea Party!

In the recent months, we have seen the citizens of the United States organize in order to share their concerns about what is going on in our government. In honor of the Boston Tea Party during the American Revolution war, these meetings are labeled "tea parties". The people are uniting and demanding, on the authority of the constitution, ... Continue

Added by Jeannette Burleigh on December 1, 2009

Thanks giving

We look around and find that just right pan, the spoon that stirs the way we like it to. The almost empty spice bottle that takes it up a notch. Set the temp down a little there is no hurry and it smells just like the memories we have of the meals from the big peoples table. It matters not how many there are sitting at the table nor the amount of portions on our plates. Its time to pause and give thanks for the way we have survived the trials and test, of time that these days have served us. Continue

Added by Bruce Aspgren on November 26, 2009

Thanksgiving at a homeless camp

Thanksgiving at a homeless camp Last year 7 men at a homeless camp gathered there money and purchased 3 jars of gravy and 2 loaves of bread. They had just started to cook when I entered the camp. Will you eat with us they asked. Sure I said. I happen to have a 12 pack of sodas in the van. Plastic plates and forks 3 pieces of bread and some turkey gravy. They asked me to bless the meal. We were almost done eating when 4 men entered camp with sweet rolls via dumpster shopping. A few plates... Continue

Added by Bruce Aspgren on November 20, 2009

God's Lost and Found

Greetings, - We must make every effort to win the lost. Today is the day of salvation! I was praying for those on this list and thought I might update you on one of my most recent meditations. God's 'lost and found' chapter, Luke 15. I was caught by the message of the illustration of the lost coin. I see so many Christians who have lost their 'treasure' in serving Christ. They continue the motions of serving Jesus Christ, but miss the meaning of real joy: 1. They have lost their joy of the clos... Continue

Added by Walter Isbill on November 20, 2009

The Love Revolution - Kindness to Others

When God created Adam, it was the beginning of his family, and the most important aspect of his and any family was that they love each other. That has not changed, yet man, over 6400 years later, has still not been able to do it. I don't know how to emphasize it other than remind you that over 70% of the Bible is either directly or indirectly relating to people loving each other. The power of love is largely overlooked by people in general. Love is the most powerful force available to us. ... Continue

Added by Jimmy West on November 16, 2009

Homeless Resource Fair

While in Austin for the Homeless Resource Fair the line trailed back about 200 ft. The workers filled out the surveys and the clients entered the building to the services. There wasn't a planed job for me so I went around and greeted folks, there were new faces to meet and some that knew me by name brbruce . I must share the one that touched my heart the most. As I moved around the crowd there were many prayers and love hugs. I came upon a man he said he was 68 and yes he knew the Lord. I spoke ... Continue

Added by Bruce Aspgren on November 14, 2009

A Double Portion

I would like to share this report about the ministry to the homeless and indigent that call me brbruce. Today started out with a call for a prayer for a job and a report that all is well with one of the folks I've known for 5+ years. I have a list of needs to go to town and get. Fuel / stamps / water / food / stuff for the ministry. Its 4 miles to town and the road is not paved, when I noticed a man walking to town. I stopped and asked him if I could give him a ride? He agreed and we introduced ... Continue

Added by Bruce Aspgren on October 14, 2009

A Deep Breath and A Seed Planted

Today is Sat. and a few things are needed, so I'm off to town. I looked into the ministry pantry and it was empty so while at walmart I picked up the needed supplies. At the check out (the checker) asked is this ministry food? Yes It goes so quickly . She said God bless this food. I paid the bill $24.91 .I loaded up the van and left to go to the postoffice. As I went to the P.O.box and opened it, there was a letter from a twitter friend. I got outside and into the van an opened it. It was from ... Continue

Added by Bruce Aspgren on September 5, 2009

A Deep Breath and A Seed Planted. The rest of the story.

Dear Pastor Bruce, Thank you for the note of encouragement! I want to share a testimony with you. When I sowed the money into your ministry, I told my husband that I felt led by God to do it and what if one of our family members became homeless? Little did I know, shortly after that one of our children became homeless and he failed to call us. He panicked and needed help desperately. A ministry in a central Texas town took care of our son and encouraged him to call us. He is home now! I believed... Continue

Added by Bruce Aspgren on October 20, 2009

"OH THE PICKLES"

I WAS IN A WALL-MART IN A LARGE CITY IN TEXAS. WHEN I MET A MAN BY THE RAMEN NOODLES. HE WAS NICE AND WANTED TO TALK. I ASKED HIM IF HE WOULD JOIN ME AT THE MC.DEES IN THE FRONT OF THE STORE. "OK" SO OFF WE WENT. WE TALKED FOR A WHILE AND I NOTICED A SMELL OF PICKLES. ARE YOU HUNGRY? "OK" A COLD DRINK AND SOME BURGERS WERE CONSUMED. THE SMELL OF PICKLES SEEMED TO GROW. I DIDNT WANT TO ASK AND AFTER A WHILE HE SHARED WITH ME. "OH THE PICKLES" I AM SORRY. IT SEEMS THAT LAST NIGHT I WENT TO A ... Continue

Added by Bruce Aspgren on September 3, 2009

Let your light so shine

While in Austin at a ministry outreach I met a man who was blind. He has been blind since the age of 30 and now he is 50. He shared with me how he learned how to read braille, and how to walk with a cane. He told me how he learned to turn on the lights in a room, this was to let others know he was there .I found a new friendship with him and new outlook for the blind. I spent time that day on the way home thinking about him and how he has learned skills to live in this complex world. I found ... Continue

Added by Bruce Aspgren on September 2, 2009

Making Memories

While working on the fishing camp/van a truck came up the drive 3 men got out and asked if they could take a look. Yes climb in watch out for the floor. They took turns sitting in the drivers seat we sat on the tire covers inside and smiled . After awhile they started to leave we shook hands . One of the men shared that the older man was his grandfather,the other one is his father. 3 generations enjoying the fishing camp. I asked if I could do my job? I spoke to the elder one and asked if he die... Continue

Added by Bruce Aspgren on August 23, 2009

Another Chance To Share Mrs. Ella

A Chance To Share Two 12 packs of water in the freezer overnight... loaded up and on the road to street ministry... First stop the tire shop 4 bottles and 2 prayers later... off to the next stop the backside of the rail yard a camp that changes regularly 7 bottles and we had church... an elder woman sings "To God be the Glory"...gave out 2 Bibles in large zip lock bags.. 1 asked the Lord into her heart... we gathered in a circle held hands and asked of prayers answered.. off to find someone... Continue

Added by Bruce Aspgren on August 23, 2009

	a lay ministry of a wretch called Bruce
	< Home Its time to kill the elephant... There are a lot of things which Christians don't seem willing to discuss. One HUGE elephant in the room is the notion that everyone should just mind their own business. Its time to kill that elephant. Continue Added by Bruce Macomber on June 6, 2010 National Day of Prayer Today started like most others prayer time, Bible time, breakfast. On line Forum, emails, Feed all of the animals. Went to town and checked ministry mailbox. It was 11.30 and a short walk to the courthouse steps. A few times around the walkway and the crowd got large. I went to be a prayer partner to give Honor to GOD, to be a Christian. I was asked to be a part of the National Day of Prayer. As I stepped up to the mic I asked for a minute of silence. Continue Added by Bruce Aspgren on May 6, 2010 All I own is trash This is about homeless children. While on a visit to a children's home (orphanage) in central Texas. I spent some time with a group of children 5 to 9 years old. A house father shared this story. When the children come here I spend extra time with them and when we look at what they bring with them its usually in a trash bag. I asked one little girl what she had and she stated all she had was trash. Every time that she was to pack up her things they would say go get a trash bag. I pray that this… Continue Added by Bruce Aspgren on April 26, 2010 Some powdered donuts I was at a store Tuesday and a vendor that sold baked goods was taking out the out of date food. He and I are prayer friends. He donated some powdered donuts. We prayed and I got a call for a rescue. I went to see about a man who was out of sorts and needed to go to MHMR. mental health medical resources. I was able to get him to agree to get help when I offered him some powdered donuts. He said how did you know that I liked these kind of donuts. Continue Added by Bruce Aspgren on April 8, 2010 I Too Need Friendship This report is hard to write. I will ask of you to remember this man in prayer. Early this week I got a call from a indigent Veteran. He has had a bout of illness and the water co. has removed his water meter. He was $140 late for 3 months . He lives in a 83 ford motor home. He has never had electric and now no water. He called me and reported that he wanted to end the pain. Continue Added by Bruce Aspgren on March 5, 2010 Ministry Its been raining and in the 30's for more than a week. I was at the post office checking the ministry mailbox. As I walked out to get into the van on the ground was a folded envelope with a check inside 2400.00. I recognized the names and when I got home I called and left a message. After a few days and no answer I addressed a envelope and licked a stamp. I walked down the hill and raised the flag on the mailbox. Two days later the dogs at 7am let me know that someone was here. Continue Added by Bruce Aspgren on February 12, 2010 You Are Loved!!! It has almost been a year since Tim came to Indiana to begin his new job. I had to stay back in Texas to finish up the school year. I missed him alot. He would call in the evenings and we would talk. Every three weeks he would fly in to Austin. We could not experience the comfort of being together everyday because of the great distance between... Continue Added by Jeannette Burleigh on January 6, 2010 Believers, Let's Have a Tea Party! In the recent months, we have seen the citizens of the United States organize in order to share their concerns about what is going on in our government. In honor of the Boston Tea Party during the American Revolution war, these meetings are labeled "tea parties". The people are uniting and demanding, on the authority of the constitution, ... Continue Added by Jeannette Burleigh on December 1, 2009 Thanks giving We look around and find that just right pan, the spoon that stirs the way we like it to. The almost empty spice bottle that takes it up a notch. Set the temp down a little there is no hurry and it smells just like the memories we have of the meals from the big peoples table. It matters not how many there are sitting at the table nor the amount of portions on our plates. Its time to pause and give thanks for the way we have survived the trials and test, of time that these days have served us. Continue Added by Bruce Aspgren on November 26, 2009 Thanksgiving at a homeless camp Thanksgiving at a homeless camp Last year 7 men at a homeless camp gathered there money and purchased 3 jars of gravy and 2 loaves of bread. They had just started to cook when I entered the camp. Will you eat with us they asked. Sure I said. I happen to have a 12 pack of sodas in the van. Plastic plates and forks 3 pieces of bread and some turkey gravy. They asked me to bless the meal. We were almost done eating when 4 men entered camp with sweet rolls via dumpster shopping. A few plates... Continue Added by Bruce Aspgren on November 20, 2009 God's Lost and Found Greetings, - We must make every effort to win the lost. Today is the day of salvation! I was praying for those on this list and thought I might update you on one of my most recent meditations. God's 'lost and found' chapter, Luke 15. I was caught by the message of the illustration of the lost coin. I see so many Christians who have lost their 'treasure' in serving Christ. They continue the motions of serving Jesus Christ, but miss the meaning of real joy: 1. They have lost their joy of the clos... Continue Added by Walter Isbill on November 20, 2009 The Love Revolution - Kindness to Others When God created Adam, it was the beginning of his family, and the most important aspect of his and any family was that they love each other. That has not changed, yet man, over 6400 years later, has still not been able to do it. I don't know how to emphasize it other than remind you that over 70% of the Bible is either directly or indirectly relating to people loving each other. The power of love is largely overlooked by people in general. Love is the most powerful force available to us. ... Continue Added by Jimmy West on November 16, 2009 Homeless Resource Fair While in Austin for the Homeless Resource Fair the line trailed back about 200 ft. The workers filled out the surveys and the clients entered the building to the services. There wasn't a planed job for me so I went around and greeted folks, there were new faces to meet and some that knew me by name brbruce . I must share the one that touched my heart the most. As I moved around the crowd there were many prayers and love hugs. I came upon a man he said he was 68 and yes he knew the Lord. I spoke ... Continue Added by Bruce Aspgren on November 14, 2009 A Double Portion I would like to share this report about the ministry to the homeless and indigent that call me brbruce. Today started out with a call for a prayer for a job and a report that all is well with one of the folks I've known for 5+ years. I have a list of needs to go to town and get. Fuel / stamps / water / food / stuff for the ministry. Its 4 miles to town and the road is not paved, when I noticed a man walking to town. I stopped and asked him if I could give him a ride? He agreed and we introduced ... Continue Added by Bruce Aspgren on October 14, 2009 A Deep Breath and A Seed Planted Today is Sat. and a few things are needed, so I'm off to town. I looked into the ministry pantry and it was empty so while at walmart I picked up the needed supplies. At the check out (the checker) asked is this ministry food? Yes It goes so quickly . She said God bless this food. I paid the bill $24.91 .I loaded up the van and left to go to the postoffice. As I went to the P.O.box and opened it, there was a letter from a twitter friend. I got outside and into the van an opened it. It was from ... Continue Added by Bruce Aspgren on September 5, 2009 A Deep Breath and A Seed Planted. The rest of the story. Dear Pastor Bruce, Thank you for the note of encouragement! I want to share a testimony with you. When I sowed the money into your ministry, I told my husband that I felt led by God to do it and what if one of our family members became homeless? Little did I know, shortly after that one of our children became homeless and he failed to call us. He panicked and needed help desperately. A ministry in a central Texas town took care of our son and encouraged him to call us. He is home now! I believed... Continue Added by Bruce Aspgren on October 20, 2009 "OH THE PICKLES" I WAS IN A WALL-MART IN A LARGE CITY IN TEXAS. WHEN I MET A MAN BY THE RAMEN NOODLES. HE WAS NICE AND WANTED TO TALK. I ASKED HIM IF HE WOULD JOIN ME AT THE MC.DEES IN THE FRONT OF THE STORE. "OK" SO OFF WE WENT. WE TALKED FOR A WHILE AND I NOTICED A SMELL OF PICKLES. ARE YOU HUNGRY? "OK" A COLD DRINK AND SOME BURGERS WERE CONSUMED. THE SMELL OF PICKLES SEEMED TO GROW. I DIDNT WANT TO ASK AND AFTER A WHILE HE SHARED WITH ME. "OH THE PICKLES" I AM SORRY. IT SEEMS THAT LAST NIGHT I WENT TO A ... Continue Added by Bruce Aspgren on September 3, 2009 Let your light so shine While in Austin at a ministry outreach I met a man who was blind. He has been blind since the age of 30 and now he is 50. He shared with me how he learned how to read braille, and how to walk with a cane. He told me how he learned to turn on the lights in a room, this was to let others know he was there .I found a new friendship with him and new outlook for the blind. I spent time that day on the way home thinking about him and how he has learned skills to live in this complex world. I found ... Continue Added by Bruce Aspgren on September 2, 2009 Making Memories While working on the fishing camp/van a truck came up the drive 3 men got out and asked if they could take a look. Yes climb in watch out for the floor. They took turns sitting in the drivers seat we sat on the tire covers inside and smiled . After awhile they started to leave we shook hands . One of the men shared that the older man was his grandfather,the other one is his father. 3 generations enjoying the fishing camp. I asked if I could do my job? I spoke to the elder one and asked if he die... Continue Added by Bruce Aspgren on August 23, 2009 Another Chance To Share Mrs. Ella A Chance To Share Two 12 packs of water in the freezer overnight... loaded up and on the road to street ministry... First stop the tire shop 4 bottles and 2 prayers later... off to the next stop the backside of the rail yard a camp that changes regularly 7 bottles and we had church... an elder woman sings "To God be the Glory"...gave out 2 Bibles in large zip lock bags.. 1 asked the Lord into her heart... we gathered in a circle held hands and asked of prayers answered.. off to find someone... Continue Added by Bruce Aspgren on August 23, 2009 < Home

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