Rhyme And Reason With Tony Funderburk

Three years ago, around this time of year, I sent a sad and happy song out into the internet. It was in response to a request for me to write a song for a young man battling cancer. A friend … Read the rest The post Make a wish to abolish and demolish appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

I think Huey Lewis and the News sang it best, back in the 80’s, when they sang “I say cool is a rule, but sometimes, bad is bad.” What? You don’t remember that song? Then, move along. Because you’re probably … Read the rest The post Bad is bad when it’s this sad fad appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

I’m reminded of a sound bite from a presidential debate between Ronald Reagan and Jimmy Carter. Carter presented what he thought was a good case against then Governor Reagan’s position on Medicare. And when Carter finished, Reagan started his counterpoint … Read the rest The post There you go again, not putting the if with then. appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

What if you reached your prime, let’s say around 33, and someone told you that you look old? It wouldn’t exactly make you feel great. Even if you’re totally confident in who you are, and in your appearance, you don’t … Read the rest The post Ancient age appears when clocks miscount the years appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

God? Or environmentalists? Where is your trust? Let’s say God told you something like, “While the earth remains, seedtime and harvest, cold and heat, winter and summer, and day and night shall not cease.” Would you believe Him? Or do you … Read the rest The post The end of humanity and the definition of insanity appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

Ah, yes. Diversity, equity, and unabashed tolerance. That’s what you get when you mix a whole lotta different kinds of people together in one place. Right? And you just better brace yourself for gobs of group hugs, too. Because peace, … Read the rest The post Murder mayhem and madness beat up on tidings of gladness appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

Apparently a lot of people go online to find out what can cause stress. And that makes sense. Because a lot of people (if not most) are stressed out. But I seriously don’t think you need to ask Google or … Read the rest The post What can cause stress and make life a mess? appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

Music and mercy aren’t synonyms. Except that, they kind of are. Well, at least in one way they are. And I have that one example for you. But first, let me share a little story. During my freshman year in … Read the rest The post Music and mercy there’s no controversy appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

If you were a “climate change” advocate, or some sort of “global warming” proponent, what would be the best way to express your beliefs? Show of hands? OK, Susie. What do you think the answer is? “Um, buy a half … Read the rest The post Express your beliefs like the super-rich chiefs appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

I had my eyes examined (no, not my head) a couple of weeks ago. And this week I got my new glasses. Plus, this is my 2020th post here on TonyFunderburk.com. So, those two things, and a couple of other … Read the rest The post Hindsight is 20 20 for some but not for plenty appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

I watched a well-made movie, starring Robert Duvall, the other night. And he’s a very good actor who can keep you engaged. I wish he’d learn how stupid he sounds as he takes God’s name in vain in just about … Read the rest The post Relationship is key to a blessed eternity appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

You and I should cling to what is good. Not because it’s some kind of law. But because there’s much benefit to it. Sometimes eternal benefits. But you can’t do it. And I can’t either. We just can’t do it. … Read the rest The post Cling to what is good. Yes, we certainly should. appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

In 2008, I was part of a pro life group in Colorado that actively advocated for the abolition of abortion. And, believe it or not, that’s not the general consensus in the “pro life movement.” Typical pro life organizations have … Read the rest The post Unborn children have rights to all their days and nights appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

Empty the ocean with a spoon? Yeah, that was a thought that rushed into my head one day back in the 1970’s. Because I was thinking about all the people in the world who give up too easily. And, at … Read the rest The post Empty the ocean was a poetic notion appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

I just saw three weak references to time by Christians. And all three of them talked about when time shall be no more. Sadly, those Christians are perpetuating an impossibility. Because there will never be a time when there is … Read the rest The post Time shall be no more. What do they say that for? appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

Something is either right or wrong. And, it goes without saying (but I’m saying it anyway) some of those right or wrong things are more important than others. And some are of great importance. But the foundation of the statement … Read the rest The post Right or Wrong – the idealogical song appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

It’s fascinating how little snippets of memories can flash into the front of your mind. Sometimes the flash comes out of nowhere. And sometimes it’s because you simply stopped and thought about it. And I recommend an occasional pause to … Read the rest The post Ponder the past even though it doesn’t last appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

I remember singing what we called “old spiritual songs” way, way back when I was in choir in high school. One, that always comes to mind, said “soon ah will be done uh wit da troubles of da world. Goin’ … Read the rest The post Spiritual songs were sung when I was young appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

A fairly impressive milestone slipped by me this past week. And that’s even though I told myself to not let it slip past me. What was the milestone, you ask? Well, thanks for asking. Right here, on my humble little … Read the rest The post 2000 songs to listen to and not be tired when you’re through appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

Even if you’re not a Christian believer, you should read about Nebuchadnezzar’s dream. Because it’s the kind of story Hollywood movies attempt to tell. But they almost always fail miserably for the same reason King Nebuchadnezzar failed. They stand on … Read the rest The post Feet of clay walk you away from life today appeared first on Tony Funderburk.