Archives for: February 2009
The Rapture... When Will it Happen? All 5 parts compiled into one text
The Rapture... When Will it Happen? All 5 parts compiled into one text by waynebrownministries.com The Rapture… When Will it Happen? Part One( posted 1-23-09 ) I was recently asked why I believe the “rapture” will happen before the 7 year tribulation. To… more »
1400 miles away in the state of Tennessee
Photo taken by Wayne and Bibi Brown more »
Molasses Coffee Marinated Pork Chops
Recipe courtesy Alton Brown, 2009
1 cup cool strong coffee
6 ounces molasses, by weight
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
6 to 8 sprigs f… more »
Today's Bible Verse Heb 9:1-14
Then verily the first covenant had also ordinances of divine service, and a worldly sanctuary.
For there was a tabernacle made; the first, wherein was the candlestick, and the table, and the shewbread; which is called the sanctuary.
And after the… more »
Chili Cheese Slices
Recipe courtesy Sandra Lee
1 (8-ounce) can crescent rolls
3/4 cup no-bean chili (recommended: Hormel)
1/4 cup diced red onion
1/4 cup sliced black olives, drained
3/4 cup shredded Cheddar
Directions
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a bak… more »
Today's Bible Verse Psa 40:1 -17
To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. I waited patiently for the LORD; and he inclined unto me, and heard my cry.
He brought me up also out of a horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set my feet upon a rock, and established my goings.
And he… more »
Your Bible teacher
Photo taken by Bibi Brown
By the way, your Bible teacher beat the computer in chess in the "Hard" level category.
If you play chess, click on "Take a Break". more »
Orzo Salad
Recipe courtesy Mary Nolan
1 cup whole-wheat orzo pasta
3 ears corn, shucked and kernels removed from cob (about 1 1/2 cups)
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 avocado, diced
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar… more »
Today's Bible Verse Act 17:22 -34
Then Paul stood in the midst of Mars' hill, and said, Ye men of Athens, I perceive that in all things ye are too superstitious.
For as I passed by, and beheld your devotions, I found an altar with this inscription, TO THE UNKNOWN GOD. Whom therefore y… more »
Southwestern Chicken with Mango-Peach Salsa
Recipe courtesy Sandra Lee
For Chicken:
4 chicken breast halves, bone-in
3 tablespoons Sandra Lee's All-Purpose Rub, recipe follows
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
For Salsa:
8 ounces frozen peach slices, diced small
8 oun… more »
Today's Bible Verse Deu 1:8 -18
Behold, I have set the land before you: go in and possess the land which the LORD swore unto your fathers, Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, to give unto them and to their seed after them.
And I spoke unto you at that time, saying, I am not able to bear you… more »
Slacker Jacks
Recipe courtesy Alton Brown
3 ounces popped popcorn, approximately 3 quarts
1 cup salted peanuts
4 ounces unsalted butter
16 ounces dark brown sugar, approximately 2 cups
1/4 cup dark corn syrup
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Directions… more »
Today's Bible Verse 1Co 14:1-19
Follow after charity, and desire spiritual gifts, but rather that ye may prophesy.
For he that speaketh in an unknown tongue speaketh not unto men, but unto God: for no man understandeth him; howbeit in the spirit he speaketh mysteries.
But he th… more »
Sweet and Smoky Popcorn
Recipe courtesy Mary Nolan
1 (3-ounce) bag reduced fat kettle corn
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan
1 teaspoon chili powder
Salt
Directions
Pop the popcorn according to the package directions, and pour it onto a s… more »
Oh Say Does that Star-Spangled Banner Yet Wave!...
Photo taken by Wayne and Bibi Brown more »
The Ten Virgins, The Talents and The Sheep and Goat Nations
Question:on Matt 25. I do not understand the explanations of what the Kingdom of Heaven is like. For example, it is okay and good for the 5 virgins who brought enough oil not to share it with the ones who didn't, yet at the end of the chapter, Jesus… more »
Today's Bible Verse Pro 3:1-13
My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments:
For length of days, and long life, and peace, shall they add to thee.
Let not mercy and truth forsake thee: bind them about thy neck; write them upon the table of thine heart:… more »
Tortilla Soup
Recipe courtesy Sandra Lee
1 tablespoon canola or vegetable oil
1 cup diced red onion
1 1/4 pounds ground turkey breast
4 cups chicken stock
1 teaspoon crushed garlic
1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles
3/4 cup tomato puree
1 tablespoon e… more »
Life After Death... Where Does The Spirit Go?
Life After Death... Where Does The Spirit Go? Someone recently asked me if the spirit of a person who died in a house, remains in the house after physical death.This is my answer.This is lengthy and I hope you will take the time to read every… more »
Today's Bible Verse Col 1:1-17
Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, and Timothy our brother,
To the saints and faithful brethren in Christ which are at Colosse: Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.
We give thanks to God a… more »
Graham Crackers
Recipe courtesy Alton Brown
8 3/8 ounces graham flour
1 7/8 ounces all-purpose flour
3 ounces dark brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon aluminum-free baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 ounc… more »
We'll Cross That Bridge When We Get There...
Photo taken by Wayne and Bibi Brown more »
The Rapture... When Will it Happen?
The Rapture... When Will it Happen? All 5 parts compiled into one textby WayneBrownMinistries The Rapture… When Will it Happen? Part One( posted 1-23-09 )I was recently asked why I believe the “rapture” will happen before the 7year tribulati… more »
Today's Bible Verse Rom 10:6-17
But the righteousness which is of faith speaketh on this wise, Say not in thine heart, Who shall ascend into heaven? (that is, to bring Christ down from above:)
Or, Who shall descend into the deep? (that is, to bring up Christ again from the dead.)… more »
Grilled Texas Mesquite Toast
Recipe courtesy Sandra Lee
4 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons garlic spread (recommended: Lawry's)
1/2 teaspoon mesquite seasoning (recommended: McCormick's Grill Mates)
8 slices thick-sliced white bread
Directions
Set up grill for direct coo… more »
Today's Bible Verse Psa 18:20-46
The LORD rewarded me according to my righteousness; according to the cleanness of my hands hath he recompensed me.
For I have kept the ways of the LORD, and have not wickedly departed from my God.
For all his judgments were before me, and I did n… more »
Riviera Egg Pie
Recipe courtesy Mary Nolan
3 tablespoons oil
1 large onion, diced (about 2 1/2 cups)
2 (9-inch) refrigerated, unbaked pie crusts (a 15-ounce package)
3/4 pound smoked ham, diced
1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained… more »
Today's Bible Verse Act 1:4 -11
And, being assembled together with them, commanded them that they should not depart from Jerusalem, but wait for the promise of the Father, which, saith he, ye have heard of me.
For John truly baptized with water; but ye shall be baptized with the Ho… more »
The sweetest thing you'll ever see...
Photo taken by Wayne and Bibi Brown more »
Seedy Crisps
Recipe courtesy Alton Brown
5 ounces whole-wheat flour
4 3/4 ounces all-purpose flour, plus additional for rolling
1/3 cup poppy seeds
1/3 cup sesame seeds
1 1/2 teaspoons table salt
1 1/2 teaspoons aluminum-free baking powder
3 tablespoon… more »
Today's Bible Verse Gal 2:11-21
But when Peter was come to Antioch, I withstood him to the face, because he was to be blamed.
For before that certain came from James, he did eat with the Gentiles: but when they were come, he withdrew and separated himself, fearing them which were o… more »
Chicken Caesar Focaccia Sandwiches
Recipe courtesy Sandra Lee
1 bag Caesar salad kit
1/2 package (about 6 ounces) grilled chicken strips, chopped
1 loaf focaccia bread
8 (4-inch) rosemary stalks
8 cherry tomatoes
Directions
In a large bowl, combine all contents of salad kit… more »
Today's Bible Verse Pro 26:1 - 17
As snow in summer, and as rain in harvest, so honor is not seemly for a fool.
As the bird by wandering, as the swallow by flying, so the curse causeless shall not come.
A whip for the horse, a bridle for the ass, and a rod for the fool's back.… more »
Spicy Cocktail Meatballs
Recipe courtesy Mary Nolan
For the meatballs:
1 pound ground beef
1 pound ground pork
1 cup plain bread crumbs
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
2 eggs
1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, finely chopped
2 tablespoons adobe sauce (… more »
Today's Bible Verse Luk 5:1-10
And it came to pass, that, as the people pressed upon him to hear the word of God, he stood by the lake of Gennesaret,
And saw two ships standing by the lake: but the fishermen were gone out of them, and were washing their nets.
And he entered int… more »
Orange Delicious
Recipe courtesy Alton Brown
8 1/2 ounces freshly squeezed orange juice, divided
1/2 orange, zest finely grated
1/2 cup whole milk
1 tablespoon powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
Pour 6 1/2 ounces of the orange juice into… more »
Today's Bible Verse Psa 57:1-11
To the chief Musician, Al-taschith, Michtam of David, when he fled from Saul in the cave. Be merciful unto me, O God, be merciful unto me: for my soul trusteth in thee: yea, in the shadow of thy wings will I make my refuge, until these calamities be over… more »
La Romana Tomatoes Gratin
Recipe courtesy Sandra Lee
4 medium tomatoes, cut in 1/2
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon crushed garlic, (recommended: Christopher Ranch)
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Directions
Preheat oven to 450… more »
On Top of the World at Vail, Colorado
Photo taken by Wayne and Bibi Brown more »
Today's Bible Verse Mat 14:14-36
And Jesus went forth, and saw a great multitude, and was moved with compassion toward them, and he healed their sick.
And when it was evening, his disciples came to him, saying, This is a desert place, and the time is now past; send the multitude away… more »
Orange Sherbet
Recipe courtesy Alton Brown
7 ounces sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons finely grated orange zest
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
2 cups freshly squeezed orange juice, approximately 2 to 3 pounds oranges
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon va… more »
Today's Bible Verse Psa 1:1-6
Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful.
But his delight is in the law of the LORD; and in his law doth he meditate day and night.
And he shall… more »
Biblos Grilled Tuna Nicoise
Recipe courtesy Sandra Lee
4 tuna steaks
1/4 cup olive tapenade
1 teaspoon crushed garlic (recommended: Christopher Ranch)
1 tablespoon capers, drained
1/2 cups Italian dressing (recommended: Newman's Own)
4 cups mixed salad greens (recommen… more »
Today's Bible Verse 2Ti 2:1-20
Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.
And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also.
Thou therefore endure hardness,… more »
Fried Clam Rolls with a Classic Tartar Sauce
Recipe courtesy Emeril Lagasse
1 quart fresh shucked clams
1 cup milk
1 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more for seasoning fried clams
2 cups semolina flour
1/2 cup self-rising flour (recommended: Wondra)
1 tablespoon Essence, recipe fol… more »
Today's Bible Verse Pro 27:17-27
Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend.
Pro 27:18 Whoso keepeth the fig tree shall eat the fruit thereof: so he that waiteth on his master shall be honored.
As in water face answereth to face, so the heart of man t… more »
Garlicky Green Beans and Peas
Recipe courtesy Sandra Lee
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon citrus herb seasoning (recommended: Spice Island)
1 cup frozen green beans, thawed
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
2 tablespoons diced pimientos
1 teaspoon minced garlic
Salt and fre… more »
Today's Bible Verse Col 2:8-23
Beware lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vain deceit, after the tradition of men, after the rudiments of the world, and not after Christ.
For in him dwelleth all the fullness of the Godhead bodily.
And ye are complete in him, which is… more »
White Chocolate Valentines
Recipe courtesy Wes Martin
from Alton Brown's page of recipes
Ingredients for 1 recipe Sugar Cookie Dough, at room temperature
1 teaspoon red gel paste food coloring
4 ounces white chocolate, melted
Pink gel paste food coloring
Directions
Co… more »
Today's Bible Verse Psa 11:1
To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. In the LORD put I my trust: how say ye to my soul, Flee as a bird to your mountain?
For, lo, the wicked bend their bow, they make ready their arrow upon the string, that they may privily shoot at the upright i… more »
Lemon Chicken Soup
Recipe courtesy Sandra Lee
3 (10.75-ounce) cans condensed chicken and rice soup (recommended: Campbell's)
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth (recommended: Swanson's)
1/3 cup lemon juice
3 egg yolks, lightly beaten
1 cooked, store-bought roasted c… more »
Today's Bible Verse Mat 15:1-20
Then came to Jesus scribes and Pharisees, which were of Jerusalem, saying,
Why do thy disciples transgress the tradition of the elders? for they wash not their hands when they eat bread.
But he answered and said unto them, Why do ye also transgre… more »
Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Cheese
Recipe courtesy Alton Brown
6 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 small onion, julienned
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 small Granny Smith apple, cored and chopped
1 recipe Basic Brussels Sprouts, recipe follows
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 teas… more »
Today's Bible Verse Deu 1:34 -46
And the LORD heard the voice of your words, and was wroth, and swore, saying,
Surely there shall not one of these men of this evil generation see that good land, which I swore to give unto your fathers,
Save Caleb the son of Jephunneh; he shall s… more »
Cherry Cola Glazed Spare Ribs
Recipe courtesy Sandra Lee
For Ribs:
1/3 cup Sandra Lee All-Purpose Rub
2 tablespoons teriyaki mix (recommended: Kikkoman)
3 racks pork spare ribs
For Glaze:
1 cup cherry cola
1 cup BBQ sauce
1/3 cup cherry preserves
2 tablespoons teriya… more »
Today's Bible Verse Pro 30:1-14
The words of Agur the son of Jakeh, even the prophecy: the man spoke unto Ithiel, even unto Ithiel and Ucal,
Surely I am more brutish than any man, and have not the understanding of a man.
I neither learned wisdom, nor have the knowledge of the h… more »
The Rapture... When Will it Happen? Part 5 Final (posted 2-5-09)
This will end my discussion of the rapture in response to the question that was asked me as to why I believe the rapture will happen before the 7 year tribulation period.
Whatever your view of the rapture is, I hope that it is a 'hope' in you as you w… more »
Homemade Hard Pretzels
Recipe courtesy Alton Brown
1 3/4 cups warm (110 to 115 degrees F) water
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 package active dry yeast
22 ounces all-purpose flour, approximately 4 1/2 cups
1 large whole egg yolk beaten with 1 tablesp… more »
Today's Bible Verse Gal 5:10-26
I have confidence in you through the Lord, that ye will be none otherwise minded: but he that troubleth you shall bear his judgment, whosoever he be.
And I, brethren, if I yet preach circumcision, why do I yet suffer persecution? then is the offense o… more »
Nutty Herbed Rice
Recipe courtesy Sandra Lee
2 (8.8-ounce) packages whole grain brown ready rice (recommended: Uncle Ben's)
2 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup chopped nut topping
1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, marjoram, etc.)
Directions
Heat ready rice… more »
Today's Bible Verse Psa 45:1- 17
To the chief Musician upon Shoshannim, for the sons of Korah, Maschil, A Song of loves. My heart is inditing a good matter: I speak of the things which I have made touching the king: my tongue is the pen of a ready writer.
Thou art fairer than the ch… more »
Honey Butter
Recipe courtesy Alton Brown
1 pound butter
1/4 cups honey
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Hardware:
Dough scraper
Standing mixer
Parchment paper or plastic wrap
Directions
Cut the butter into chunks using the… more »
02/28/09 08:29:05 pm, 
