the spear soldier page 2 by ric gustafson.
Pilate was talking to the officer on watch when there was a knock.
" Enter".
Cassius quietly entered and then saluted.
" Do you have a report centurion?".
" Yes my Prefect". Cassius hesitated to organize his thoughts. " I report a short skirmish with the outlaw Bar Abbas".
Pilate listened intently to the young soldier. In six short months, the young man had progressed from a slave to a centurion in his Italican Cohort. " Losses?".
" Four dead, nine wounded and eight prisoners including two of Bar Abbas's right hand men".
" Centurion, were you sure it was Bar Abbas?".
" I took a good look at him" Cassius said with a smirk. " A tall man with a red beard and a deep scar over one eye".
" Thank you for the report Centurion".
research help: ' The Spear' by Louis de Wohl.
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric.
Thursday, August 18, 2011
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
the Romans Road page 4
the Romans Road page 4 by ric gustafson
Romans 6:23- ' For the wages of sin is death but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord'.
We have learned so far that sin leads to death. Because of our rebellion against God, sin has a price. Even though he had to punish sin, a gift of salvation was coming.
From the beginning, God had a plan to overcome Satan. God's only Son came and died for our sins. We have been saved by the gift of grace through Christ. This free gift is offered to all, some receive it and some don't. Because of grace, we are no longer bound by sin.
Once we start our new relationship with God, he wants us to turn away from sin. God gives his followers the Holy Spirit which dwells in us.
The Spirit works in our lives to defeat Satan and change us.
research help: ' How do I get to Heaven?' by Pamela L. McQuade
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Romans 6:23- ' For the wages of sin is death but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord'.
We have learned so far that sin leads to death. Because of our rebellion against God, sin has a price. Even though he had to punish sin, a gift of salvation was coming.
From the beginning, God had a plan to overcome Satan. God's only Son came and died for our sins. We have been saved by the gift of grace through Christ. This free gift is offered to all, some receive it and some don't. Because of grace, we are no longer bound by sin.
Once we start our new relationship with God, he wants us to turn away from sin. God gives his followers the Holy Spirit which dwells in us.
The Spirit works in our lives to defeat Satan and change us.
research help: ' How do I get to Heaven?' by Pamela L. McQuade
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
the miracle on Titanic page 6
the miracle on Titanic page 6 by ric gustafson.
Wed April 10 1912 1:00 pm
" Why don't we try the Parisien Cafe for a bite to eat?" David suggested as they were walking back from the deck. He was studying a brochure of all that the great ship offered. " It's supposed to be just like you are actually eating at a Paris Cafe".
" Ok" Camille said. They walked a short distance and found it. " It does look like a Paris Cafe" she said as they sat down in some wicker furniture. An actual French waiter walked over and took their order.
David observed silk ferns up the lattice work as they waited for their food.
Their food arrived and they listened to a string trio from the reception room next door.
David saw the young woman he had seen earlier sit down on the other side of the room. She smiled at him and he knew he had to finally introduce himself.
research help: ' Murder on the Titanic' by Jim Walker
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric.
Wed April 10 1912 1:00 pm
" Why don't we try the Parisien Cafe for a bite to eat?" David suggested as they were walking back from the deck. He was studying a brochure of all that the great ship offered. " It's supposed to be just like you are actually eating at a Paris Cafe".
" Ok" Camille said. They walked a short distance and found it. " It does look like a Paris Cafe" she said as they sat down in some wicker furniture. An actual French waiter walked over and took their order.
David observed silk ferns up the lattice work as they waited for their food.
Their food arrived and they listened to a string trio from the reception room next door.
David saw the young woman he had seen earlier sit down on the other side of the room. She smiled at him and he knew he had to finally introduce himself.
research help: ' Murder on the Titanic' by Jim Walker
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric.
Monday, August 15, 2011
the miracle on Titanic page 5
the miracle on Titanic page 5 by ric gustafson
David and his mother stood on the deck as they heard the huge propellers begin to turn. Each measured over 16 feet and churned up the water as the huge ship came up to two small liners that were moored nearby.
One of the two, the New York began to bobbi up and down due to the huge swell from the Titanic. The small liner's ropes that kept her secured snapped and the liner began to drift toward the huge ship. Captain Smith threw the massive engines into reverse and a tug threw a line onto the small liner barely stopping it. The huge ship barely made it past the small liner after Fourth Officer Boxhall swung the wheel hard to port.
Captain Smith put a hand on the young officer's shoulder. " That was very close Mr Boxhall".
Officer Lightoller smiled at the young officer. " That was very good steering Mr Boxhall".
" Aye Sir" he replied with a grin as he swung the wheel back to starboard.
" All ahead slow Mr Boxhall" Captain Smith said quietly.
" All ahead slow" the young officer replied as a sailor cranked the telegraph.
research help: ' Murder on the Titanic' by Jim Walker.
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
David and his mother stood on the deck as they heard the huge propellers begin to turn. Each measured over 16 feet and churned up the water as the huge ship came up to two small liners that were moored nearby.
One of the two, the New York began to bobbi up and down due to the huge swell from the Titanic. The small liner's ropes that kept her secured snapped and the liner began to drift toward the huge ship. Captain Smith threw the massive engines into reverse and a tug threw a line onto the small liner barely stopping it. The huge ship barely made it past the small liner after Fourth Officer Boxhall swung the wheel hard to port.
Captain Smith put a hand on the young officer's shoulder. " That was very close Mr Boxhall".
Officer Lightoller smiled at the young officer. " That was very good steering Mr Boxhall".
" Aye Sir" he replied with a grin as he swung the wheel back to starboard.
" All ahead slow Mr Boxhall" Captain Smith said quietly.
" All ahead slow" the young officer replied as a sailor cranked the telegraph.
research help: ' Murder on the Titanic' by Jim Walker.
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
Sunday, August 14, 2011
the miracle on Titanic page 4
the miracle on Titanic page 4 by ric gustafson.
Camille walked up the Grand Staircase and figured her son was in the smoking room. She opened the door and smelled the stale cigar smell. She noticed her son sitting in a red leather chair smoking a cigar with an older gentleman.
" Mother" he said as he stood up and pointed toward his new friend. " I'd like to introduce you to Colonel John J Astor".
The middle aged man with a mustache stood up and shook her hand. " A pleasure to meet you" he said as he smiled. " Are you related to the Sharpston Steel Corp?".
" Yes, my father started the company".
Colonel Astor's valet walked in and he excused himself.
" Let's go up on deck" she said as she walked toward the glass doors. " The ship will be sailing before too long".
They walked along the Boat Deck and David noticed the lifeboats tied up along the side. He heard laughter coming from the first class passageway and glanced to see what it was.
A young woman with flowing blonde hair and wearing a huge red hat walked by David. A male companion was with her.
David noticed what looked like a bible in her left hand.
research help: ' Murder on the Titanic' by Jim Walker
Everyone take care. Love Ric.
Camille walked up the Grand Staircase and figured her son was in the smoking room. She opened the door and smelled the stale cigar smell. She noticed her son sitting in a red leather chair smoking a cigar with an older gentleman.
" Mother" he said as he stood up and pointed toward his new friend. " I'd like to introduce you to Colonel John J Astor".
The middle aged man with a mustache stood up and shook her hand. " A pleasure to meet you" he said as he smiled. " Are you related to the Sharpston Steel Corp?".
" Yes, my father started the company".
Colonel Astor's valet walked in and he excused himself.
" Let's go up on deck" she said as she walked toward the glass doors. " The ship will be sailing before too long".
They walked along the Boat Deck and David noticed the lifeboats tied up along the side. He heard laughter coming from the first class passageway and glanced to see what it was.
A young woman with flowing blonde hair and wearing a huge red hat walked by David. A male companion was with her.
David noticed what looked like a bible in her left hand.
research help: ' Murder on the Titanic' by Jim Walker
Everyone take care. Love Ric.
Saturday, August 13, 2011
the miracle on Titanic page 3
the miracle on Titanic page 3 by ric gustafson.
Wed April 10 1912 10:20 am
David opened the brass doorknob of C-77 and walked into the elegant room.
" Excuse me Sir".
He turned to see a steward standing in the doorway. " Yes".
" I have your bags on my cart" he said as he tipped his hat. " I am Stringfeld, your steward".
" You can bring them in and put them by that sofa".
The steward, wearing a white coat, black bowtie and trousers, put them where he asked. He walked over and handed David an envelope. " This is an envelope of welcome from Mr Bruce Ismay and the White Star Line". He walked toward the door. " If you need me, just ring the bell that is over the desk".
" Thank you" David replied as he shook his hand. He left and David walked across the fancy blue carpet and sat down on the cherry colored bed. The light colored bedspread went up to four oversized pillows. He also noticed that there was a brass lamp over the bed.
He decided to take a walk and explore this beautiful ship before it sailed at noon. He walked down to the smoking room and because he was not a christian, decided to enjoy for a short time one of his vices. The room had wooden walls and red leather chairs. He also noticed at least one fireplace.
research help: ' Murder on the Titanic' by Jim Walker
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric.
Wed April 10 1912 10:20 am
David opened the brass doorknob of C-77 and walked into the elegant room.
" Excuse me Sir".
He turned to see a steward standing in the doorway. " Yes".
" I have your bags on my cart" he said as he tipped his hat. " I am Stringfeld, your steward".
" You can bring them in and put them by that sofa".
The steward, wearing a white coat, black bowtie and trousers, put them where he asked. He walked over and handed David an envelope. " This is an envelope of welcome from Mr Bruce Ismay and the White Star Line". He walked toward the door. " If you need me, just ring the bell that is over the desk".
" Thank you" David replied as he shook his hand. He left and David walked across the fancy blue carpet and sat down on the cherry colored bed. The light colored bedspread went up to four oversized pillows. He also noticed that there was a brass lamp over the bed.
He decided to take a walk and explore this beautiful ship before it sailed at noon. He walked down to the smoking room and because he was not a christian, decided to enjoy for a short time one of his vices. The room had wooden walls and red leather chairs. He also noticed at least one fireplace.
research help: ' Murder on the Titanic' by Jim Walker
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric.
Thursday, August 11, 2011
the miracle on Titanic page 2
the miracle on Titanic page 2 by ric gustafson.
" Good morning Mr Boxhall".
The fourth officer, standing on the railing to the bridge, turned and saw the smiling face of Captain E J Smith.
" A grand morning it is" the young officer replied as he glanced at the brass buttons lining the front of his blue uniform. The Captain had his Afghan hound by his side.
" Have you been working on our course?".
" Aye Sir". They walked into the bridge and stopped at a huge map. " I have us more on a southerly route to avoid ice fields".
" That's fine for right now" Captain Smith replied as he scratched his grey beard. " We'll have to see what Mr Ismay says". As the young officer walked away, Captain Smith noticed a young man enter the wireless operator room. He knocked on the door.
It opened to reveal a young man standing next to something he had never seen before.
" Come in Captain, I'm Jack Phillips" he said as he shook the Captain's hand. " Mr Bride and myself will be in charge of the Marconi wireless".
" Mr Phillips, what is the range of this wonderful new apparatus?".
" Four hundred miles by day Captain".
" Good".
research help: ' Murder on the Titanic' by Jim Walker
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric.
" Good morning Mr Boxhall".
The fourth officer, standing on the railing to the bridge, turned and saw the smiling face of Captain E J Smith.
" A grand morning it is" the young officer replied as he glanced at the brass buttons lining the front of his blue uniform. The Captain had his Afghan hound by his side.
" Have you been working on our course?".
" Aye Sir". They walked into the bridge and stopped at a huge map. " I have us more on a southerly route to avoid ice fields".
" That's fine for right now" Captain Smith replied as he scratched his grey beard. " We'll have to see what Mr Ismay says". As the young officer walked away, Captain Smith noticed a young man enter the wireless operator room. He knocked on the door.
It opened to reveal a young man standing next to something he had never seen before.
" Come in Captain, I'm Jack Phillips" he said as he shook the Captain's hand. " Mr Bride and myself will be in charge of the Marconi wireless".
" Mr Phillips, what is the range of this wonderful new apparatus?".
" Four hundred miles by day Captain".
" Good".
research help: ' Murder on the Titanic' by Jim Walker
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric.
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