Have you heard the one about..? Stop me if you’ve heard this one before. Well, even if we have we all enjoy a good shaggy dog story. Listen to the story the old Old Trail Boss has to share and get ready to smile. “He will yet fill your mouth with laughter, and your lips with shouting.” Job 8:21Jack Blease tarafından oluşturuldu

What translation of the Bible do you use or prefer? The Kings James? The New King James? The NIV? The Living Bible? So many excellent options are out there. Which one do Cowboys prefer. Listen and we’ll talk about it. Listen to this week’s Journal entry entitled, “A Cowboy’s 23rd Psalm. “The Lords’ a good Trail Boss. He meets all my needs.” Psalm 2…

What brand of coffee or soda do you drink? What brand of jeans do you wear? Whose brand do you wear? Did I get you with that last one? Listen to this week’s Journal entry entitled, “The Tally book and we’ll talk. “From now on, let no one cause me trouble, for I bear on my body the brand marks of the Lord.” Galatians 6:17 In the bible, being branded…

Have you ever been on a blind date? All you knew was that he or she was the sister or brother of a friend of your friend. And they were lot’s of fun and had a great personality. Well listen to todays story The Three Sister and let’s talk about anticipation. Hebrews 13:2 Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people hav…

What’s your favorite sound? Have you ever thought about it? Is there a sound that particularly gets your attention or maybe brings back a fond memory? Listen to what the Old Trail Boss has to share and let’s talk about it. “He who has ears to hear, let him hear!” Matthew 11:15Jack Blease tarafından oluşturuldu

Heard any good stories lately? Here’s one about story telling you might like And one to share. Give a listen to Mr. Sam and we’ll talk about it. The disciples came up and asked, “Why do you tell stories?” He replied, “You’ve been given insight into God’s kingdom. You know how it works. Not everybody has this gift, this insight; it hasn’t been given…

Small is beautiful. Don’t you agree? No? Well give a listen to this week’s story, “Mighty Mike” And give a “little” (LOL) listen to some thoughts on the subject. “Four things on earth are small, yet they are extremely wise: Ants are creatures of little strength, yet they store up their food in the summer; hyraxes are creatures of little power, yet …

I wonder what kind of coffee Jesus and the apostles drank in the evening an they listened to Jesus teach and tell stories. Let's go ahead and grab our Bibles and see what the Bible has to say about that. After you listen to the story, of course. “Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom …

Have you ever known a windy old character? That was the name given to a tall tale in cowboy vernacular, a Windy. Many times those tall tales are what we would call today little white lies. Are they OK? Let's talk about that.Jack Blease tarafından oluşturuldu

Have you ever heard the old saying “Age is just a number, And mine is unlisted. Think that's true? Listen to today's story and some thoughts on “maturing" and we’ll talk. Enjoy and be blessed.Jack Blease tarafından oluşturuldu

“Have you ever heard a “Shaggy Dog” story? Don’t know what that is. Well give a listen to this week’s episode and you’ll have an idea. And remember God has a sense of humor. We’ll talk about that after the story. Proverbs 17:22 A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones. Psalm 126:2 Then our mouth was filled with laugh…

“Gosh, I wish I hadn’t said that.” “I wish I could take that back.” How many times have you said that after you spoke in haste, or in anger? Words can have such an impact depending on how we use them and what we say. Think about the words you speak and why you use them as you listen to today's story and reflect on the words of scripture shared. Eph…

“Have you ever wanted something so bad, that when you got it all you could do was stand there and smile?... or maybe ask, what was I thinking? Think about it as you listen to today's story and thoughts for the day. Scripture Reference: Matthew 7: 7-12 “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you…

“The land of the free, because of the brave.” What a great and accurate saying. Are you free? Do you live in peace? Our story today ends with the way for you to get there. Give a listen. Scripture Reference: Psalm 33:12 Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD, the people he chose for his inheritance. John 8:36 So if the Son sets you free, you w…

Did you ever have one of those kind of days? No not that kind. One like the day in our story today entitled, “Nothing Happened,” Give a listen. Scripture Reference: Psalm 23 Philippians 4:11-13 I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it …

There is a Cowboy saying that tells us to Cowboy Up! I wonder when “Man up” disappeared. Or Has it? Give a listen to today’s story and let’s rethink that. Scripture Reference: Genesis 1:26-27Jack Blease tarafından oluşturuldu

Hey! Have you got a minute? Are you sure? It may be later than you think. Give a listen to today’s story and think again. Scripture Reference: Luke 12:19-21 19 And I will say to [a] myself, “You have many goods stored up for many years to come; relax, eat, drink, and enjoy yourself!”’ 20 But God said to him, ‘You fool! This very night [b] your soul…

There is an old Cowboy saying that says, “Only a fool argues with a skunk, a mule, or a campy cook.” Really? Give a listen to today’s story and you decide. Scripture Reference: Galatians 5:9 “Alas, it takes only a little leaven to affect the whole lump!”Jack Blease tarafından oluşturuldu

Do you regularly thank a soldier for their service? When you see one, remember the fact you have the freedoms you do because of their service and the sacrifice of so many. Today’s story gives us something to think about in that regard. Give a listen. Scripture Reference: John 15:13 “There is no greater love than this, that a man would lay down his …

Let me ask you a question, is it more important for me to know who you are or whose you are? Today’s story gives a hint, Give a listen and you decide. Scripture Reference: Galatians 6:17 “From now on, let no one cause me trouble, for I bear on my body the brand-marks of Jesus.”Jack Blease tarafından oluşturuldu

If something sounds too good or looks too good to be true, is it?! Give a listen to the story Mexican Strawberries and you decide. Scripture Reference: 1st Samuel 16:7Jack Blease tarafından oluşturuldu

Scripture: James 4; Luke 12; Matthew 24 When the end of the trail appears, which way will you turn? Davis Jameson was prepared. Give a listen to his story.Jack Blease tarafından oluşturuldu

Have you ever thought or had the feeling that something that looked so good, might not be. There’s a cure for “stinkin’ thinkin’. Listen up. Scripture: Genesis 3: 1-4; James 4:7-8; John 15: 1-6Jack Blease tarafından oluşturuldu

The TV ads say. “Create A New Younger You!” Well, listen to this story and then think again.Jack Blease tarafından oluşturuldu

Have you had the feeling you’re sinking and there no bottom? Give a listen to today's story, “Quicksand” and discover there is a way out. Psalm 69: 2-3; 14-15 Psalm 40:-2-3Jack Blease tarafından oluşturuldu

Eclipse?! Here’s a story and thoughts on darkness and the light. God is light; in him there is no darkness at all. 1 John 1:5 John 8: 12 Matthew 24: 29 Luke 23:44-45Jack Blease tarafından oluşturuldu

Do you know who the only living teacher of the four major religions is? And what a difference that makes for you? Join us today as the Old Trail Boss looks at what kind of life is available for you because of EasterJack Blease tarafından oluşturuldu

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Philippians 2: 9-11 Ever wonder what’s in name? Join us today as the Old Trail Boss looks at that question.Jack Blease tarafından oluşturuldu

TRAIL BOSS’ JOURNAL Trail Date: March 6, 1886 Location: Somewhere On the Sedalia Trail Dear Journal, Remember the Alamo. How often did I hear that as a child growing up? We had kin who fought with Sam Houston at San Jacinto. The battle that won the war for independence. Today we took a side trip to Brenham TX town for supplies and were surprised to…

GAL 6:17 17 From henceforth let no man trouble me: for I bear in my body the marks of the Lord Jesus. REV 21:5 He who was seated on the throne said, “I am making everything new!” Then he said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.”Jack Blease tarafından oluşturuldu

Is there anything more beautiful than a West Texas Sky when the moon's not out yet?Jack Blease tarafından oluşturuldu

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Church is where and with whom and to whom you worship. Matthew CH 18:20 Where two or more are gathered. On horseback, by the campfire, by the wagon...Jack Blease tarafından oluşturuldu

Trail Bosses Journal Trail Date February 13th, 1887. Location. Somewhere on the trail. Dear Journal. Well, there's one empty cot in the bunkhouse tonight. Charlie’s gone to be with the Lord - one day he was here and the next day he was gone. Kind of strange, really. Somehow I thought he would live forever. Charlie was here when I signed on at the T…

Let’s see, do I make a new list of resolutions for next year or edit and add to last years? Let’s see how Cowboy Buck LaRue answers that question in this episode entitled “Buck LaRue Resolves.” https://www.trailbossministry.com/Jack Blease tarafından oluşturuldu

Remember that time long ago when you sat down with pencil and paper and wrote that letter to Santa with your wish list. Well join us now as a couple of Cowboys remember that time and the results of that letter. To financially support our podcast visit https://www.trailbossministry.com/ Scripture referenced in this episode: Philippians 4:11-13 1 The…

Thanksgiving. A time to gather together with family and friends. A time to give thanks while we enjoy a big, delicious dinner of ?????? and all the trimmings. What a minute, what is the main course to be? Listen to this lighthearted Thanksgiving story and then join in the discussion about counting your blessings. Check out Psalm 100, verse 4. The O…

Lion and Tigers and Bears, Oh my! Scary Things? Dorothy thought so in the Wiozard of Oz. Ghosts, goblins and haunted houses? Those are scary thing to Dustry Trails in our story today. What are you afraid of? Where do you turn to find answers to your fears? The bible is the place I turn, but let’s see where our story leads us. Check out 1st John 4:1…

Where do you turn when you need help? When you have done all you can and it’s just not quite enough. The bible is full of answers to those questions, but here’s story about help on horseback and a shared lesson on asking for help. Let’s join Ella and Wyatt as their story leads us to Matthew 6: 9-13.

Nights around the campfire we often filled with stories of previous cattle drives, experiences with good horses and bad. And lots of good hearted joking sometimes at a greenhorn’s expense. This episode of the Tail Bosses Journal tells a kind of different story and an experience that changed th lives of two Cowboys named Baldy Goodwin and Flint Gall…

When you hear the terms, “All puffed up” or “Slippery Slope” or Hang in there” what images come to mind? Well todays story includes all three in a different way of looking at them, The Cowboy Way. Now let’s meet Hank Laughlin and all the hands at the Rafter JD Ranch in a episode entitled “Who You Gonna Call?”…

The Encyclopedia Britannica says grace, in Christian theology is the spontaneous, unmerited gift of the divine favor in the salvation of sinners, and the divine influence operating in individuals for their regeneration and sanctification. Really?! But what dos that mean to me? Let’s try it this way. God's grace is defined as undeserved favor. What …

Change. What is your response to that word? And what thoughts come to mind. For some change is never easy. To others it opens the door to new adventures. St Augustine prayed, “Lord grant me the serenity to accept things I cannot change; Courage to change the things I can; and the wisdom to know the difference.” Our story today is about two cowboys,…

We all know the story from Luke Chapter 2 but, this journal entry, from December of 1883 is a little twist on the story of the shepherds.Jack Blease tarafından oluşturuldu

In our story today, the hands of the JCrossC ranch share where they found Jesus. And, the discussion with our cast and panel reflect on their journey to new life.

Stories… they entertain us, they educate us and they can motivate us, even give us hope. They can recreate adventures we have experienced or spark our imagination to take us to places we would love to go. How about a good western or Cowboy story? One with adventure? Romance, Humor or inspiration? You’ll find a little of all of these on our new Cowb…

Is your glass half full or half empty? And, if it's half full, is what's in it good for you? And, if it's half empty, what do you do about it? We all know some half empty glass people and how they, too often respond. Saddle up for the ride in to Earlywine (whine?) TX.Jack Blease tarafından oluşturuldu

Did you ever know any body who was "all puffed up"? Bigger than life, a legend in their own mind. Yup, you know who we mean. And, if you wait long enough and give them enough rope, they'll usually get tangled up in it and then... Saddle up and ride with us for the story of "Buck LaRue. Too good to be true."…