Author: Michael

  • Still Learning

    I have spent all day learning how to update my website myself. It has been interesting and I hope it is improving. I am learning that WordPress has a lot to offer. After I get this down I my learn and create a completely static website. Well, that is it for now and the most I have worked on my website in years and blogged in a long time.

  • Trying to learn WordPress by trial and error

    I am finally trying to learn WordPress I have had this website for a long time. WordPress has some interesting features but you know what it would be easier if they had sort learning videos from the company. I wish there was a full-feature free personal theme too.

    I so miss Microsoft Frontpage. I could really use that program and it was really easy to understand.

    I will tell you another source that has been helping me ChatGPT. I cannot believe how useful it is.

  • Easter: Celebrating the Resurrection of Jesus Christ

    Easter: Celebrating the Resurrection of Jesus Christ

     

    Easter is a time of great
    celebration for Christians all over the world. It marks the resurrection of
    Jesus Christ, the son of God, after he was crucified on the cross for the sins
    of humanity. This event is the cornerstone of the Christian faith and is seen
    as a symbol of hope, love, and redemption.

    The Bible teaches that Jesus was crucified on
    the cross, buried, and then rose again three days later. This event is recorded
    in the New Testament in the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. In Matthew
    28:6, it says, “He is not here, for he has risen, as he said. Come, see
    the place where he lay
    .” The resurrection of Jesus was a physical,
    tangible event, and his disciples saw him
    alive after his death on the cross.
    This event is the foundation of the Christian faith and is seen as proof that
    Jesus was who he claimed to be – the Son of God.

    The resurrection of Jesus has
    far-reaching implications for believers today. First, it provides hope and
    assurance that death is not the end. Through his resurrection, Jesus defeated
    death and offers eternal life to all who believe in him. In John 11:25-26,
    Jesus says, “

    I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me,
    though he die, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me
    shall never die.” This verse provides hope and assurance that death is not
    the end and that believers will have eternal life with God.

    God loved humanity so much that he sent
    his only son, Jesus, to die for our sins. Through his death and resurrection,
    Jesus took the punishment for our sins and made a way for us to be reconciled
    to God. In Romans 5:8, it says, “But God shows his love for us in that
    while we were still sinners, Christ died for us
    .” This verse reminds us
    that God’s love is unconditional and that he loves us despite our flaws and
    mistakes.

    Finally, the resurrection of Jesus
    provides a foundation for our faith. Through his death and resurrection, Jesus
    shows us that God has a plan and purpose for our lives. He offers us the hope
    and assurance that, no matter what we face in this life, we can trust in God’s
    sovereignty and love. In Colossians 2:13-15, it says, “And you, who were
    dead in your trespasses and the uncircumcision of your flesh, God made alive
    together with him, having forgiven us all our trespasses, by canceling the
    record of debt that stood against us with its legal demands. This he set aside,
    nailing it to the cross. He disarmed the rulers and authorities and put them to
    open shame, by triumphing over them in him
    .” This verse reminds us that,
    through Jesus’ death and resurrection, we have been forgiven and made alive in
    Christ.

    Easter is a time of
    great celebration and a reminder of the significance of Jesus’ death and
    resurrection. It provides hope, love, and a foundation for our faith. As we
    celebrate this holiday, let us remember the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross and
    the hope and assurance that his resurrection brings. Let us embrace his love
    and make him the cornerstone of our lives. #Easter #Resurrection
    #SacrificeOfJesus #Christian #Hope #Love #FoundationForFaith

     

    Sources:

    • The Holy Bible (English Standard Version)

    Bible Verses:

    • Matthew 28:6
    • John 11:25-26
    • Romans 5:8
    • Colossians 2:13-15

     


     

  • ChatGPT

     I asked ChatGPT to compose a poem comparing the lives of Jesus Christ and Alexander the Great. This is what it wrote:

    Jesus and Alexander, two great names,
    Whose lives and legacies forever remain.
    One a king of men, the other King of Kings,
    Both with armies and power at their wings.

    Alexander conquered lands far and wide,
    His empire stretching from side to side.
    But Jesus, a different kind of king,
    His kingdom not of this world, but within.

    Alexander, a hero of war and might,
    His conquests, a source of great delight.
    But Jesus, a hero of love and grace,
    His sacrifice, the human race to embrace.

    Alexander’s legacy is one of fame,
    His conquests, a source of great acclaim.
    But Jesus’ legacy is one of love,
    A gift to us from the heavens above.

    In death, Alexander’s empire fell,
    But Jesus’ message, forever will dwell.
    For while Alexander’s reign was temporal,
    Jesus’ reign eternal, forever immortal.

     

    This is quite Similar to Charles Ross Weede poem The Conquerors. Both are quite good and ChatGPT is quite interesting to use.  I spent about 1 hour with it tonight.

  • Mitchelltribe.social Mastondon Server

     Hello everyone, 

    I just wanted to let you know besides Twitter I am on Mastodon in two places. I am on Mastodon Pixelfed that is supposed to be an Instagram replacement. I haven’t started to use that yet as I am still trying to figure that out. My main account is on mitchelltribe.social. I watched a YouTube video on how to create your own server. 

    I made my own server as the main mastodon.social was not accepting any new accounts. Pixelfed doesn’t do text yet so I decided to make my own so it aligns with the family website. It is not open to everyone. It is mainly for my family if they should chose to get on Mastodon and I may open it up to a few friends or extended family if any show interest. 

    I have to keep it small because I am paying for it but at least I own it. So with that in mind I am at 

    @michael

    @mlm361 (Instagram replacement)

    @mlm361 on Twitter

    Of course my website is is at https://www.mitchelltribe.com (but it only has a landing page).

  • Merry Christmas 2022

     I want to wish everyone a Merry Christmas. Remember this is the season we celebrate the birth of Lord Jesus. 

    I hope everyone has a great Christmas and has a great time.

  • Christmas and the end of the year fast approaching

     Christmas 2023 is fast approaching and so is the end of 2022. 2022 has been a mixed bag for me. This year for some reason has just felt weird. I am not sure why and really can’t put my finger on it. Some of the year felt like it was moving a glacier speed and some felt like it was moving at warp speed. 

    I am still debating whether to send out Christmas Cards. I need to decide very soon. I have received a few this year. I am leaning to skipping this year and see how next year goes and may resume next year. I will definitely have to decide this week. 

    In any event I hope everyone has a Merry Christmas and remember the reason for the Season, JESUS!

  • Happy Thanksgiving 2022

     Happy Thanksgiving 2022 everyone. I hope everyone has a great Thanksgiving on Thursday and gets like the bird stuffed. I am looking forward to the next few days as I relax and have some time away from work. 

    Speaking of taking time from work. I am using it to get caught up on car maintenance. I spent 319 dollars today getting an oil change and rear brakes. I also got a recalled fixed. I was expecting them to tell me my tires need replacing. I received some good news and was told my tires are only 50% worn so I am good to go for a little more. The dealer I go to has treated me great so I stick with them. However, I may not be able to with the tires. They were asking way more than I can get them at Costco. So sometime in the first few months of 2023 I will probably get them from Costco. 

    Take care everyone and have a great Thanksgiving week.

  • Post Hurricane Ian

    Hurricane Ian has come and gone. Being born and raised in Florida this is the worst Hurricane I have experienced and we did not take a direct hit. We lost power for almost 48 hours. This hurricane had the highest winds I have ever experienced and the rain when it fell was immense and intense as the bands rotated around. 

    I can only imagine what Fort Myers went through. I lived there for a couple of years and can’t believe what they endured. Thank you Lord for turning this thing before it got here. If it did it might be years before things would have return to semi-normal. 

  • Hurricane Ian is upon us

    Hurricane Ian is upon us

     Hurricane Ian is upon us. It is a dreary day today with occasional bursts of wind. Work told us we would be closed for the next 2 days. So I had to use my own Paid Time Off but that is ok I have plenty. I expect the weather will get worse later on today once the storm finally either goes north or makes landfall south of us. Luckily, we will not take a direct hit but will still get the effects except the storm surge. We still have power and internet for now. Hope all will come out ok with this storm. 

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