This post is a bit different than what I normally do. But I know I cannot be the only one out there who battles finding anything that is KJV only. (Yes, I am a gladly a KJV girl, and not ashamed of it.) One of the most annoying struggles I come across is finding christian … Continue reading Where I Buy KJV
Author: A. M. Watson
Rhode Island Independence Day
Most of us have heard of America's Independence Day, (I would hope anyway 😉), but not many have heard of Rhode Island Independence Day. What even is it? Not long ago I did an entire post on Baptist involvement in our nation's fight for Independence. If you missed it, make sure to check it out! … Continue reading Rhode Island Independence Day
Come Ye Sinners// History of the Hymn
"Come ye sinners, poor and needy..." This was exactly the situation Jospeh Hart found himself in one night in his mid-forties. It was 1757, and he was listening to a sermon from Revelation 3:10. Born in 1712 to highly religious parents, Hart grew up surrounded by the Gospel. He had an extensive education, learning multiple … Continue reading Come Ye Sinners// History of the Hymn
Baptists: Champions of Liberty// American history that schools won’t teach you
As most of you I'm sure have come to realize, I am proudly Baptist and American. I make no efforts to hide it. This comes as a terrible shock to most of you, I know. 😉 But why does the name Baptist mean so much to me? Why will I most gladly be labeled as … Continue reading Baptists: Champions of Liberty// American history that schools won’t teach you
The British Prison Ship by Philip Freneau
Several weeks ago I did a post on England's Concentration Camps during the War for Independence. In that post I quoted a few lines from an American soldier held on board one of these infamous prison ships. Philip Freneau has come to be known as the Poet of the American Revolution. As I have read … Continue reading The British Prison Ship by Philip Freneau
Serving Our Risen Lord
I have been waiting for Resurrection Sunday for the longest time now. It has always been one of my favorite days. Recently I was contemplating the account from the morning of the Resurrection and Mary's loyalty to her Savior. I was struck with her devotion to Christ. Something to remember is that Jesus had delivered … Continue reading Serving Our Risen Lord
Good Friday: Truth or Myth?
There is a lot of confusion around what day of the week Christ was crucified. Many hold to the tradition that he was crucified on a Friday. According to the Bible though, is it possible for Christ to have been crucified on a Friday? As believers, we have to be on guard and alert to … Continue reading Good Friday: Truth or Myth?
History Buff Blog Tag
I have been wondering for an eternity now why someone hasn't created a blog tag for history buffs. I know I can't be the only one out there that adores history and would love to do a blog tag surrounding it. Am I right? Please tell me there are a few of you out there … Continue reading History Buff Blog Tag
Seize the Fight Cover Reveal
I have the privilege of participating in the cover reveal for a new anthology that is coming out! And let me tell you, it is going to be great! But before we reveal what the rest of the cover looks like, let's find out more about the book itself. Seize the Fight Freedom. Liberty. Independence. … Continue reading Seize the Fight Cover Reveal
Amazing Grace// History of the Hymn
How many people would ever imagine a slave trader would be used to pen the words to one of the world's most beloved hymns? How could grace be recognized and realized by someone so wicked? Yet that is how John Newton penned the words to this truth-filled hymn. John Newton: Life of a Sailor Though … Continue reading Amazing Grace// History of the Hymn