Jon Hathorn

“Moses was faithful as a servant in all God’s house,” bearing witness to what would be spoken by God in the future.” Hebrews 3:  Some people are foreign missionaries and… Continue Reading On Mission

“He who has the son – has life…” I John 5:11 American Express had an advertising meme that was used for years. It’s still used today. It was dropped by… Continue Reading Membership Has Its Privileges

“For you are free…” 1 Peter 2:15 There are several places that I have been hiking in California.  Whenever I go someplace new, I marvel at some of the natural… Continue Reading Hiking in and Hiking out

I once heard someone say, “Jon, I have a doctorate in the school of hard knocks.” And then I replied, “Me too!”  We talked for a while about the value… Continue Reading “I wish someone had told me”

Do you remember the story of the Tortoise and the Hare? I thought it was great. I have wondered at times what it would be like to make a movie of this. It… Continue Reading Slower Than Most

“And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.”  Hebrews 13:16 Highlights for Children is an American children’s magazine. I am… Continue Reading Highlights for Children

“We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair…” 2 Corinthians 4:8 Have you ever just plain had it?  My mom used to put her hand… Continue Reading Breaking Point

“Now then, stand still and see this great thing the LORD is about to do before your eyes!” 1 Samuel 12:16 Evening campfires have all sorts of great expectations and… Continue Reading Campfires When Camping

When camping in the mountains one of the most amazing things is about an hour after the sun goes down. Because there are no streetlights, buildings with lights, or car… Continue Reading After Dark When Camping

“But he answered and said, “it is written, ‘man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God.” Matthew 4:4 It seems… Continue Reading Food When Camping

“If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin… Continue Reading Vending Machine Prayers

“And behold, I am always with you, to the end of the age” Matthew 28:20 One of the most adventurous things to do while camping is going hiking. Sometimes the… Continue Reading Hiking When Camping