Bosco O'Brian

Pray for our “House Divided”

Abraham Lincoln’s House Divided Speech, arguably one of his three most memorable and often quoted speeches, was given on June 16, 1858 at the then Illinois State Capitol, Springfield, upon accepting the Illinois Republican Party’s nomination as that state’s United States senator. It was the launching point for his unsuccessful campaign for the Senate seat held by Stephen A. Douglas. Because ofContinue reading “Pray for our “House Divided””

Love wins…today…

I’ve seen it said today that while the decision of the Supreme Court is all well and good, there will be blowback and future fights…. Well, there always are. In 1st Corinthians 15:32 we are reminded of this: “If after the manner of men I have fought with beasts, what advantage it me, if theContinue reading “Love wins…today…”

Nothingness

My insignificance is profound. My constant presence continues to be absent and my words flow ever upward where I can only hope God is listening. I move amidst the many and they walk right through me light a specter or shadow that defines the edge of the light. I make no noticeable sound inspite ofContinue reading “Nothingness”

Ephemeral

e·phem·er·al – əˈfem(ə)rəl/ – adjective Lasting for a very short time. “fashions are ephemeral.” Synonyms: transitory, transient, fleeting, passing, short-lived, momentary, brief, short; Life…live yours while you are alive

Silence and Stillness

Silence is when there is no noise around you. Stillness is when there is no noise inside you.

Your Logo Is Not Your Brand – Your Story Is

Chances are, sometime recently you’ve heard someone tell a good story; a friend, a family member, someone at work or on TV. Chances are you’ve also heard someone spout a mouthful facts and statistics about one thing or another while relating a situation or circumstance. Which of these do you recall? More importantly, which oneContinue reading “Your Logo Is Not Your Brand – Your Story Is”

In Memoriam

And the rain falls like tears when the heavens can no longer take the pain. In quiet pools we reflect on those who have not died in vain.

I knew him… he was a boy…

Recently, I was at a Cincinnati Reds game on a Friday evening. It was a very nice night for a game and we had those special tickets that come with the food and beverage and that special inside area. You know, the ones where you may not see too much of the game, but you will eat andContinue reading “I knew him… he was a boy…”

“We Believe in One God…” Really?

RANT WARNING: I’m beginning to believe I’ve lived some sort of sheltered existence… In these past few months I have learned more about the multitude of ways that we Christian can quibble with one another than I have in the entire rest of my life leading up to this time. Perhaps because I’ve spent most ofContinue reading ““We Believe in One God…” Really?”

Tumbleweed

I walked amongst the young last night. Like dry tumbleweed blowing across a thick green lawn. Young firm bodies touched and played as I watched with my sepia glasses on. Rich sweet music rose up from where they were. Young sweet voices raised in harmonious youth. As I cross-faded in and out of visions ofContinue reading “Tumbleweed”