My Good Time Stories

Inspirational, Motivational, and Heartwarming Stories

Category: Bible

  • During the Civil War, a friend of Abraham Lincoln was a visitor in the White House. “One night I was restless and could not sleep… From the private room where the President slept, I heard low tones. Instinctively I wandered in, and there was a sight which I have never forgotten, It was the President,…

  • I hope people can learn how to walk backwards – starting today.  A long time ago, a man got drunk and passed out naked.  One of his sons found him and began telling others about his embarrassing position.  Maybe his son felt overlooked by his two brothers, maybe he was sternly corrected by his father,…

  • A member of the church, who previously had been attending services regularly, stopped going. After a few weeks, the pastor decided to visit him. It was a chilly evening. The pastor found the man at home alone, sitting before a blazing fire. Guessing the reason for his pastor’s visit, the man welcomed him, led him…

  • This is a great illustration as to why some people do not do politics.This was my friend’s article in his church’s newsletter. “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think…

  • Free tickets!! Who wouldn’t want free tickets to a sporting event? An amusement park? A Concert? The following is great “food for thought” for all of us. It was written by a fellow coach. Super Bowl 39 featured a classic first half defensive battle, followed by a second half offensive shootout between the explosive New…

  • There are times throughout our lives when we are faced with situations that make us angry, upset or annoyed with other people. We might then begin to spread yell, argue, gossip, spread rumors, tear down the individuals that we may disagree with…the list can go on and on. The sad reality is, that many times,…

  • The 23rd Psalm is arguably the most well-known, most memorized, most beloved passage in all of the Scriptures. Millions of people of people have recited it during times of stress, despair, war, and disaster to give them strength and courage. People have used it during times of death, sorrow, and loss for a source of…

  • One of the best, well-known chapters of the Bible worldwide, is 1 Corinthians 13…otherwise known as “The Love Chapter.” It has been used down through the ages in weddings, vows, ceremonies, and various other events. Recently, I came across a “Christmas Version” of this popular passage of Scripture from a friend of mine that I…

  • Grace is an amazing thing…an attribute that is hard to find in some people. Grace is getting what you don’t deserve and not getting what you do deserve. The following story is a terrific illustration of the amazing power of grace. As you read this tale, think: do I show grace to other people? CAN I show grace…

  • Once upon a time, an old man spread rumors that his neighbor was a thief. As a result, the young man was arrested. Days later he was proven innocent. After being released, he sued the old man for wrongly accusing him. In court, the old man told the judge, “They were just comments, they didn’t…

  • I came across this little, fun way to pray many, many years ago that I always thought was a pretty good idea and a terrific way to remember not only who or what to pray for…but HOW to pray. This is beautiful – and it is surely worth making the 5 finger prayer a part of our…

  • I’m not perfect. I have all kinds of problems. I have no ability. I have no gifts. I’m just not worthy. Why would God want me? Well, did you know that?….. Moses stuttered. David’s armor didn’t fit. John Mark deserted Paul. Timothy had ulcers. Hosea’s wife was a prostitute. Amos’ only training was in the…