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Treating Folks Right: What Leviticus Taught Me About Leadership

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Treating Folks Right: What Leviticus Taught Me About Leadership
Jimmie Aaron Kepler

You’d be surprised what a couple of verses tucked away in Leviticus can teach you about leading people.

“When a foreigner resides among you in your land, do not mistreat them.
The foreigner residing among you must be treated as your native-born.
Love them as yourself, for you were foreigners in Egypt.
I am the Lord your God.”
— Leviticus 19:33–34 (NIV)

I didn’t expect a leadership lesson when I opened Leviticus. But those words hit me square in the heart.

The New Kid (Again and Again)

I grew up in a military family. That meant moving, often. Too often.  By the time I graduated high school, I’d been the new kid in town and school seven different times. Seven.

Walking into classrooms where everyone already knew the unspoken rules? That wasn’t easy. You sit in the back. There’s a social order in place and outsiders generally aren’t welcome. Eat lunch alone. Hope someone smiles. Hope someone invites you in.

And when they do? You never forget.

A Principle, Not Just a Policy

In today’s world, we hear a lot about inclusion and diversity. But Leviticus reminds us that God’s call goes deeper than policy. It’s personal.

Whether you’re leading a team or welcoming someone into your Sunday school class, this ancient command is still relevant: Love them as yourself.

Inclusion isn’t about checking a box. It’s about seeing people, really seeing them, and making room in your world for them.

Love in a Work Shirt

Love doesn’t always look like poetry. Sometimes it looks like listening, showing up, inviting someone to sit with you at lunch, or just taking time to learn someone’s story.

That’s the kind of love Leviticus 19:34 is calling for.

So today, look around. Someone nearby may be feeling like the outsider, the new kid, the one who’s unsure. You might just be the person God’s asking to make them feel welcome.

Grace and peace,
Jimmie

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Pitch Your Tent in God’s Backyard

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Pitch Your Tent in God’s Backyard
By Jimmie Aaron Kepler

This morning, I was fixing my usual tall blonde roast cup of coffee, nothing fancy, just hot and strong, and thinking about how much smoother the road of life rolls when I’m tuned in to the Lord.

The house was still quiet. The sun hadn’t quite burned through the mist hanging over the yard. I eased into the porch swing with my mug and watched a couple of squirrels doing their morning stretches up the old pecan tree.

That’s when a verse from deep in my soul whispered back up to the surface:

“If ye abide in me, and my words abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will, and it shall be done unto you,”  John 15:7 (KJV)

Now, I’ve heard that verse since I was a boy in Sunday School, starched shirt and all. Even memorized it back as a kid when I was doing the old Bible sword drill program. But this morning it felt like the Lord underlined it just for me.

 What does it mean to “abide”?

I reckon it means more than just showing up to church on Sundays or offering up a quick prayer when you need a parking space or a clean bill of health.

“Abide” means staying put. Settling in.

Pitching your tent in God’s backyard.

It’s sitting long enough for the Word to sink in. Like rain soaking into parched Texas soil. Like morning light creeping across a wooden porch. You don’t rush it. You just stay. Like slowing down to watch the squirrels play in the trees.

And here’s the beautiful thing: when you start abiding like that, your prayers change. They quit sounding like a wish list for Santa Claus. Instead, they start sounding like quiet, honest conversations with your best friend.

And friend, He listens. Oh, how He listens.

Not always with fireworks or flashing signs, but in the peace that settles over you like a front-porch breeze. In the confidence that your heart is right where it belongs, resting in Him.

 Stay close, y’all.

Keep that coffee hot, your Bible open, and your heart tuned in. It makes all the difference.

Until next time,
Jimmie ☕️✝️

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If You’re Breathing, You’re Qualified

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If You’re Breathing, You’re Qualified
By Jimmie Aaron Kepler

Good morning, friends, 

I don’t know where this finds you, maybe sitting at the kitchen table with that first cup of coffee, or maybe already knee-deep in the day’s to-do list. But wherever you are, if you’ve got breath in your lungs, you’ve already got reason to praise.

I was thinking on that this morning. Psalm 150:6 came to mind, 

“Let every thing that hath breath praise the LORD. Praise ye the LORD.”

Now that’s not a verse wrapped in churchy language or theological hoops.
It’s plain as day. If you’re breathing, you qualify.

We’ve got this idea sometimes that praise is reserved for Sunday mornings, church choirs, and folks who’ve got it all together.
But truth is, real praise shows up in the quiet corners.
In hospital rooms. In traffic jams. In whispered prayers when the house is still and the weight of the world’s sitting heavy on your shoulders.

Some of the best worship I’ve ever given didn’t have a tune or a crowd, it was just a breath… and a thank you.

It’s not about polished words or perfect lives.
It’s about showing up, broken, tired, thankful, unsure, and saying, “Lord, You’re still good.”

It’s the kind of praise that bubbles up while you’re washing dishes or walking the dog. It finds its way into front porch conversations and midnight prayers. It’s the kind of praise that doesn’t always sound pretty, but it’s honest.

And maybe that’s what God’s looking for most, honest praise from folks who know what it’s like to wrestle with life, but still choose to lift their eyes.

So today, whether the sun’s shining on your hilltop or you’re dragging yourself through another valley,
Just breathe.
And praise.

‘Cause if you’re breathing, friend, you’re qualified.

“Let every thing that hath breath praise the LORD. Praise ye the LORD.” – Psalm 150:6 KJV

I hope you like the picture. I took it from the mountain top in St Thomas United Staes Virgin Islands on October 21, 2024. The ships in the harbor are the Regal Princess (larger) and Serenity Princess (smaller). I was on a United Kingdom, France, Spain, Portugal, and Caribbean cruise from Southampton England UK to Galveston Texas USA. Every where I saw the beauty and wonder of God’s creation. From the ancient cathedrals in England to the beauty of the moon in the sky and its reflection off the mid Atlantic Ocean, I praised God.

Stay steady,
Jimmie

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The Quiet Ones Who Carry the Earth

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The Quiet Ones Who Carry the Earth
by Jimmie Aaron Kepler

I’ve known a few meek folks in my time.

They weren’t the kind to raise their voices in a room.
Didn’t push to the front of the line.
Didn’t have to win the argument to feel seen.

But oh, they were steady.

I remember one old hippie—he lived down a dusty service road that was used mainly by the UFO folks or the vortex hunters near Sedona, Arizona. Name was Mr. Wyatt. He wore overalls, read his Bible every morning, and never said more than what needed saying. He’d show up with tomatoes from his garden when someone got sick, patch your roof if a storm blew it loose, fix your plumbing if the pipes froze and burst, and never once asked for thanks.

Another was a schoolteacher named Miss Claudette. Thirty years with chalk dust on her sleeves and calm in her eyes. You could walk into her classroom carrying the weight of the world, and somehow her presence alone lightened the load. No fanfare. Just quiet, persistent grace.

Jesus said:

“Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” – Matthew 5:5

Not the ones who shout the loudest.
Not the ones chasing applause or demanding their due.

The meek.

That word gets misunderstood nowadays. We equate it with weakness. With shrinking back. But meekness isn’t weakness—it’s strength wrapped in humility. It’s power with the volume turned down. It’s choosing gentleness when harshness would be easier.

The world will try to tell you to muscle up and shout louder.
To fight for your spot.
To bulldoze your way forward.

But Jesus flips the script.

He lifts the ones the world overlooks.

He crowns the quiet.

The meek aren’t trying to take the earth—
they’re already holding it together in unseen ways.

So if you’re one of the quiet ones—if you lead with kindness, walk in humility, and choose love over loudness—don’t let the noise drown you out.

God sees you.

And He’s already promised—you’ll inherit the earth.

Keep walking the gentle road, friend. It leads home.
Jimmie

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Revolutionary Insight into USOs, UAPs, and UFOs: A Must-Read for Enthusiasts and Researchers

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A History of USOs: Unidentified Submerged Objects: Volume 1: From the Beginning to 1969

Who is Richard Dolan?

Richard Dolan, a highly respected historian and researcher in the field of unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP), expands his investigative lens to the mysterious realm of unidentified submerged objects (USOs) in A History of USOs: Volume 1. I purchased the eBook the day it was released on Amazon.

The Study Cover Ancient Times to 1969

This first installment, covering historical accounts from ancient times through 1969, offers a meticulously researched and compelling deep dive into a subject that has long been overshadowed by its airborne counterpart.

Dolan presents a well-structured chronology of USO encounters, exploring declassified military reports, firsthand testimonies, and historical documentation to build a compelling case for the presence of these enigmatic underwater phenomena.

Scholarly and Accessible

His approach is both scholarly and accessible. His storytelling style feels like sitting and listening to a good friend talk. I found myself on the edge of my seat as case after case unfolded. This book is a valuable resource for both dedicated researchers and curious newcomers.

Distinguishing Between Credible Accounts and Speculative Theories

The book benefits from Dolan’s thorough analysis, as he examines various cases with a critical eye, distinguishing between credible accounts and speculative theories. While he acknowledges the mystery surrounding these objects, he maintains a balanced perspective, considering multiple explanations without resorting to sensationalism. Richard Dolan did not disappoint—this is the definitive book on USOs, a topic only recently gaining the attention it deserves. I look forward to forthcoming volumes in this study.

Valuable Appendixes

A feature included is the appendix, especially Appendix B where in the ebook version is available via a link to an amazing spreadsheet where the workbook consists of 20 separate spreadsheets breaking down USOs into every category you can imagine. This had to take hundreds of hours but helps with serious analysis of the subject.

World-class Illustrations

Illustrator Allan Lavigne enhances the reading experience with detailed visuals that complement Dolan’s research, bringing historical sightings and documented cases to life. The illustrations are an amazing visual representation of key moments in each case, making the reader feel as though they are witnessing the events firsthand.  Bravo to Richard Dolan, his encouraging wife Tracey, and Allan Lavigne for an outstanding work. You hit a home run.

Final Thoughts

A History of USOs: Volume 1 is a groundbreaking contribution to the study of unexplained underwater phenomena. With Dolan’s rigorous research and engaging writing, this book is a must-read for those fascinated by the hidden mysteries beneath our oceans. It belongs in every public, school, and university library as the definitive work on the subject. A must-have for anyone interested in UAPs, UFOs, USOs, and flying saucers.

 
 

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Chariots of the Gods

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This weekend I watched a 1970 movie on the possibility of ancient astronauts, aliens, and ETs. The movie’s title? Chariots of the Gods. I watched the movie via one of the streaming movie services.

The documentary movie was fun. Here’s some information about the documentary.

Chariots of the Gods

Chariots of the Gods (German: Erinnerungen an die Zukunft) is a 1970 West German documentary film directed by Harald Reinl. It is based on Erich von Däniken’s book Chariots of the Gods a book that theorizes extraterrestrials impacted early human life. The film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.[2][3] It was the 9th highest-grossing film of 1970.[1]

Synopsis

The film begins by introducing the cargo cults established by South Pacific Natives after coming in contact with American planes in World War II. It claims that is likely that all religions began in a similar fashion. The viewer is then presented with various ancient texts, architecture, and artwork. Some of these include the Bible, the Pyramids, the Epic of Gilgamesh, and the Nazca Lines.

Reception

Upon its release in the US, Chariots of Gods grossed 25,948,300 dollars, making it the 9th highest-grossing film of 1970.[1] Film critic Phil Hall said, “They don’t make films like this anymore, and we should be glad for that.” The film was criticized for a lack of scientific evidence. Roger Ebert called it, “Science Fiction.”[4]

Other versions

The film was edited and dubbed into English in a 1973 American TV documentary, In Search of Ancient Astronauts, narrated by Rod Serling.[5] See: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X9KKLZmk5Uo

References

1.^ Jump up to: a b c “Erinnerungen an die Zukunft (1970)”. http://www.worldwideboxoffice.com.
2.^ “The 43rd Academy Awards (1971) Nominees and Winners”. oscars.org. Retrieved 11 September 2011.
3.^ “NY Times: Chariots of the Gods”. NY Times. Archived from the original on 15 March 2009. Retrieved 11 November 2008.
4.^ Ebert, Roger. “Interview with Robert Ardrey | Interviews | Roger Ebert”. http://www.rogerebert.com.
5.^ In Search of Ancient Astronauts at Internet Movie Database

Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chariots_of_the_Gods_(film) and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X9KKLZmk5Uo