Last Words of death row inmates before they were executed-some sad, some funny, some strange, and some you could tell they were truly sorry for their crime. This article was in the NY Times op-ed section by Claire Cameron.
If you want a full listing you can go here
A few examples:
Go ahead?
Nothing I can say can change the past.
I done lost my voice.
I would like to say goodbye.
My heart is going ba bump ba bump ba bump.
Is the mike on?
I don’t have anything to say. I am just sorry about what I did.
I am nervous and it is hard to put my thoughts together. Sometimes you don’t know what to say.
Man, there is a lot of people here.
I have come here today to die, not make speeches.
I want to ask if it is in your heart to forgive me. You don’t have to.
I wish I could die more than once to tell you how sorry I am.
Could you please tell that lady right there — can I see her? She is not looking at me — I want you to understand something, hold no animosity toward me. I want you to understand. Please forgive me.
I don’t think the world will be a better or safer place without me.
I am sorry.
I want to tell my mom that I love her.
I am taking it like a man.
Kick the tires and light the fire. I am going home.
They may execute me but they can’t punish me because they can’t execute an innocent man.
I couldn’t do a life sentence.
I said I was going to tell a joke. Death has set me free. That’s the biggest joke.
To my sweet Claudia, I love you.
Cathy, you know I never meant to hurt you.
I love you, Irene.
Let my son know I love him.
Tell everyone I got full on chicken and pork chops.
I appreciate the hospitality that you guys have shown me and the respect, and the last meal was really good.
The reason it took them so long is because they couldn’t find a vein. You know how I hate needles. ... Tell the guys on Death Row that I’m not wearing a diaper.
Lord, I lift your name on high.
From Allah we came and to Allah we shall return.
For everybody incarcerated, keep your heads up.
Death row is full of isolated hearts and suppressed minds.
Mistakes are made, but with God all things are possible.
I am responsible for them losing their mother, their father and their grandmother. I never meant for them to be taken. I am sorry for what I did.
I can’t take it back.
Lord Jesus forgive of my sins. Please forgive me for the sins that I can't remember.
All my life I have been locked up.
Give me my rights. Give me my rights. Give me my rights. Give me my life back.
I am tired.
I deserve this.
A life for a life.
It’s my hour. It’s my hour.
I’m ready, Warden.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Tweeting On A Jet Plane
Making fun of my profession, but still funny. Not sure what the Northwest Pilots were doing in the cockpit for 3 hours without communicating with someone.
Saturday, November 7, 2009
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Picture Of The Day
A Soldier and his daughter-A picture of duty; sacrifice; family; and service.
A touching picture of a daughters love; and not wanting to see her father leave.
See the whole story here
Christian Schools and Legalism
Is it really that bad?
A series over at Sharper Iron by Mike Durning is discussing the issue of Legalism and the Christian School Movement. Part 1; Part 2; Part 3
Those who commented made some great points like-
Joel Tetreau who said, "When conservative, fundamental and traditional leaders in churches and schools take man-made rules and equate them with Scripture....and hold young people accountable as if it was the same is wicked and idolatrous. When that happens you have pharisaism, legalism and eventually a false gospel.”
and Susan R who said about the, “Christian School Handbook-I have no objections whatsoever to rules and policies that schools put in place to keep order on campus. But when that rulebook dictates to the family where they can go, what they can wear, and how they are to spend their time, then Houston, I think we have a problem. What happens, in my experience, is that most parents don't believe that a school should be dictating their off-campus conduct, but they do want their child to have a 'Christian education'. So they sign off on the handbook, agree to the school's policies, write a check for the tuition, and then encourage their child to obey the rules while at school- but once they are home, all bets are off.”
and T Howard said, “Discussions like this one center on what we believe is more important when raising our children: moralism or true spirituality. Moralism views proper behavior as the ultimate goal; true spiritually views proper belief as the ultimate goal.Christian schools whose focus is heavy on behavior and light on belief, or who confuse the two, are teaching moralism instead of true spirituality.”
and Durning added this in the comments, “As for myself, I had no problem with the rules at any of my schools or colleges. The meaning given to the rules by some of my fellow students sickened me. And the value still given to the rules by some staff members terrifies me.”
These and many other comments expressed what I was thinking, of course much better than I could.
I was also reminded of this article by Al Molher on his website-Why Moralism is not the gospel and why so many Christians think it is
What do you think?
A series over at Sharper Iron by Mike Durning is discussing the issue of Legalism and the Christian School Movement. Part 1; Part 2; Part 3
Those who commented made some great points like-
Joel Tetreau who said, "When conservative, fundamental and traditional leaders in churches and schools take man-made rules and equate them with Scripture....and hold young people accountable as if it was the same is wicked and idolatrous. When that happens you have pharisaism, legalism and eventually a false gospel.”
and Susan R who said about the, “Christian School Handbook-I have no objections whatsoever to rules and policies that schools put in place to keep order on campus. But when that rulebook dictates to the family where they can go, what they can wear, and how they are to spend their time, then Houston, I think we have a problem. What happens, in my experience, is that most parents don't believe that a school should be dictating their off-campus conduct, but they do want their child to have a 'Christian education'. So they sign off on the handbook, agree to the school's policies, write a check for the tuition, and then encourage their child to obey the rules while at school- but once they are home, all bets are off.”
and T Howard said, “Discussions like this one center on what we believe is more important when raising our children: moralism or true spirituality. Moralism views proper behavior as the ultimate goal; true spiritually views proper belief as the ultimate goal.Christian schools whose focus is heavy on behavior and light on belief, or who confuse the two, are teaching moralism instead of true spirituality.”
and Durning added this in the comments, “As for myself, I had no problem with the rules at any of my schools or colleges. The meaning given to the rules by some of my fellow students sickened me. And the value still given to the rules by some staff members terrifies me.”
These and many other comments expressed what I was thinking, of course much better than I could.
I was also reminded of this article by Al Molher on his website-Why Moralism is not the gospel and why so many Christians think it is
What do you think?
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Thursday, August 20, 2009
"Will You Die In Your Religion Or Your Devotion?
David Platt at the SBC pastor's conference in Louisville, Kentucky
Prowerful message. God forgive me for my uncaring attitude toward the lost.
Prowerful message. God forgive me for my uncaring attitude toward the lost.
Message by David Platt from SBC Pastors Conference | KeithSewell.net- Watch more Videos at Vodpod.
Thursday, August 6, 2009
An OLD Controversy Explained
I grew up hearing this misrepresentation of John Macarthur. Sad because I missed a lot of great teaching. Unfortunately this acusation is still heard every now and again. This answer should put it to rest.
HT: Reforming Baptist
HT: Reforming Baptist
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Saturday, August 1, 2009
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Friday, July 24, 2009
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
As The Blog World Turns!
Dr. Awesome Does It Again!
40th Anniversary of the Moon Landing is July 20th. Here are some little known facts of that historical landing.
Simple chart of the Dem's Healthcare plan! Wow.
Pee Powered Prototype fueling the cars of the future?
That's A Croc. I like mine, but they have many designs that are very ugly.
Gail Riplinger's new book is out. I wouldn't buy it to prop up my uneven table. I am sure this one is as crazy at her first one.
"Allow the lunge, step aside, mayhem!" A Dan Phillips classic post over at Pyro
Want to watch and listen in real time to the Moon Landing go here. 40 years ago on July 16th was the launch, and July 20th was the day they landed. The site is giving it in real time all the way through Monday. Wow it is amazing.
Is Michael Jackson In Heaven? Jason Boyett writes about that here. We can only see the outside, but his lifestyle did not show it.
Favorite Blog of the Week: Stuff Fundies Like
Some Pics For Your Enjoyment:
40th Anniversary of the Moon Landing is July 20th. Here are some little known facts of that historical landing.
Simple chart of the Dem's Healthcare plan! Wow.
Pee Powered Prototype fueling the cars of the future?
That's A Croc. I like mine, but they have many designs that are very ugly.
Gail Riplinger's new book is out. I wouldn't buy it to prop up my uneven table. I am sure this one is as crazy at her first one.
"Allow the lunge, step aside, mayhem!" A Dan Phillips classic post over at Pyro
Want to watch and listen in real time to the Moon Landing go here. 40 years ago on July 16th was the launch, and July 20th was the day they landed. The site is giving it in real time all the way through Monday. Wow it is amazing.
Is Michael Jackson In Heaven? Jason Boyett writes about that here. We can only see the outside, but his lifestyle did not show it.
Favorite Blog of the Week: Stuff Fundies Like
Some Pics For Your Enjoyment:
I wonder if this kid has nightmares?
HT: Biblical Christianity, Challies, Thinklings, Pyro, Hip and Thigh
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Now This Is One Tough Laptop
"...As for our test laptop, it had been through enough. It was time to put the beast down. The Toughbook CF-30 is elephant- and tiger-resistant. It can take a .22 at close range and continue working. We needed something that would leave a bigger hole.
So we borrowed a Springfield 1911 in .45 ACP. Most cops use comparatively dinky 9-millimeter pistols. This classic 39-ounce piece is more hand cannon than handgun.
A shot with the 1911 from 15 yards took the Toughbook down. To be sure it didn't stagger back up, we followed up with a .44 magnum revolver and a solid lead slug from a 12-gauge shotgun. Then we packed up the Toughbook and sent it back to Panasonic."
So we borrowed a Springfield 1911 in .45 ACP. Most cops use comparatively dinky 9-millimeter pistols. This classic 39-ounce piece is more hand cannon than handgun.
A shot with the 1911 from 15 yards took the Toughbook down. To be sure it didn't stagger back up, we followed up with a .44 magnum revolver and a solid lead slug from a 12-gauge shotgun. Then we packed up the Toughbook and sent it back to Panasonic."
Full Story here at Forbes.com
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Monday, June 22, 2009
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