Author Archives: richrockwood

About richrockwood

Writer of Christian fiction whose first book "Memory Theft" delves into the impact an extortion scam has on a retired widower. For more information please check out www.richrockwood.com

My Second Book

Posted on April 21, 2016 by richrockwood

I am now working with a proofreader and a cover artist for my second book “The Hungry Pit.” Continue reading →

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The verses lay hidden in the passage. They were words that would envelope my life. They were words that would put into precise expression my new feelings for Christ. I can no longer remember what I was doing when I … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, Christ, Courage, Faith, Faithfulness, Fear, God, Life | Tagged Abiding, Bible, Christ, Christian, Identity | 2 Comments

Never Alone

Posted on July 10, 2013 by richrockwood

Regardless of how I feel, I am connected. I am connected visually to those who see me at any given moment in time. I am connected by line of sight to everything I can see outside my windows. I am … Continue reading →

Posted in Belief, Faith, Family, Genealogy, Nature | Tagged Belonging, Family, Isolation | 3 Comments

Reflecting on This Union

Posted on July 4, 2013 by richrockwood

About 200 yards away just across a busy traffic artery there stands a flag pole with a giant American flag raised to the top. The morning blue sky perfectly mats the red, white and blue. Cars scoot easily by at … Continue reading →

Posted in Country, Egypt, Independence, Liberty | Tagged America, Egypt, Equality, Independence Day, Justice, Liberty, US Flag | Leave a comment

Has Your Church Ever Closed?

Posted on July 3, 2013 by richrockwood

Right now I am writing my second novel entitled “The Hungry Pit” dealing with one person’s experience with losing the church where her faith took root. I am exploring the connection established at Baptism, the rebellious teenage years, the visit … Continue reading →

Posted in Church, Conflict, Loss | Tagged Church, Loss, Perseverance, Worship | 7 Comments

Why Attend Church With the Good, the Bad and the Ugly

Posted on June 24, 2013 by richrockwood

Many people are turned off by church people and so don’t attend. Although I attend, my feelings run in different directions because of my experiences: a. Church people have been unusually nice to me, visiting me in the hospital, … Continue reading →

Posted in Acceptance, Adaptability, Belief, Bible, Choices, Christ, Church, Commitment, Communion, Despair, Diversity, Eternal Life, Faithfulness, Feelings, God, Grace, Healing, Identity, Music, Peer Pressure, Perfectionism, Perseverance, Persistence, Perspective, Praise, Reconciliation, relationships, Religion, Social Pressure, Spirituality, Worship | Tagged Abiding, Church, Comparison, Fear, Forgiveness, Identity, Perseverance, Principles, Renewal, Trust, Worship | 1 Comment

A Father Who Stays

Posted on June 16, 2013 by richrockwood

For over forty years, I carried the weight of unforgiveness for my dad. He had deserted our family when we needed him most. He had not been there for me to show me things I thought males were expected to … Continue reading →

Posted in Disappointment, Family, Father's Day, Fathers, Forgiveness, God, Heavenly Father, Letting Go, Parenting, Peace | Tagged Children, Dad, Fathers, Fathers Day, Forgiveness, Heavenly Father | 4 Comments

If Jesus Were a Contemporary Writer

Posted on May 29, 2013 by richrockwood

While my wife was reading the story of the Prodigal Son to me, I was struck by the powerful dialogue, the structure, and the twist at the end. Granted it was only a parable, the impact was still stunning. This … Continue reading →

Posted in Christ, Drama, Eternal Life, Family, Father's Day, Fathers, Fathers and Sons, Fiction, Forgiveness, Inspiration, Novel, Parenting, Problem Children, Prodigal Son, Reconciliation, Writing | Tagged Christ, Fathers, Forgiveness, Parenting, Problem Children, Prodigal, Renewal, Sons | Leave a comment

Thoughts on Memorial Day 2013

Posted on May 27, 2013 by richrockwood

It is my family’s custom to go out to breakfast on all holidays so today was no different. On my way home, I thought about my observance of Memorial Day. I hoped I could find a service somewhere either in … Continue reading →

Posted in Adversity, Appreciation, Bravery, Choices, Commitment, Country, Courage, Faithfulness, Fear, Freedom, Holidays, Life, love, Loyalty, Memorial Day, Military, Mission, Patriotism, Prayer, Quiet Time, Service, Soldier, The Past, Values | Tagged American, Country, current-events, Fear, Integrity, Liberty, Life, Loss, Memorial Day, Military, Patriotism, Principles, Surrender | 2 Comments

How Do You Set Up a Household?

Posted on May 27, 2013 by richrockwood

I have been asking myself this question lately, because my home feels comfortably set up. Next month I will be married three years to Cindy. Let me see if I can recall the steps involved in our setting up this … Continue reading →

Posted in Accomplishment, Adaptability, Adversity, Appearance, Christ, Contentment, Eternal Life, Grief, Heaven, Home, Household, Marriage, Peace, relationships, Seasons, Spiritual, Spirituality, Thankfulness, Uncategorized | Tagged Christ, Eternity, Gifts, Heaven, Home, Household, Life, Loss, Relationships, Suffering, Surrender, Trust | Leave a comment