Insights of a Thoughtful Life 

Reflective thoughts, original poems and cultural commentary–posted weekly

From the Table to Thanksgiving:

From the Table to Thanksgiving Exploring Hospitality, Gratitude, and the Lord’s Supper Thanksgiving! In our country this begins the Holiday Season.   Typically, friends and family gather around a table loaded with expensive foods and special dishes by the cooks in the family.  Food shelters and churches provide meals for those unfortunates who can’t afford It […]

Thanksgiving Proclamation of 1789

Thanksgiving Proclamation of 1789 By the President of the United States of America, a Proclamation. Whereas it is the duty of all Nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey his will, to be grateful for his benefits, and humbly to implore his protection and favor– and whereas both Houses of Congress have […]

Commentary: The Providence of God

The Providence of God Oct. 13, 2025 Do you believe that God works his will on earth today?  Do you believe that Christ is on His throne but has nothing to do with events today? Do you believe that God “works all things together for good?”  Do you believe in Prayer? Do you believe there […]