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The Old Trail Boss

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Original Dramatized Old West Cowboy Stories based on events as chronicled by the Old Trail Boss in the journal he kept during his many years on the trail. Stories and discussion designed to bring a message of hope to those who live and love our great western heritage and culture.
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Journal Entry 42 What Is A Longhorn

What’s a Longhorn? Do you mean like in a Longhorn Cow?! Yeah! That’s good question…What is a Longhorn. Give a listen to the Old Trail Bosses journal and then let’s find out together. “I have no need of a bull from your stall or of goats from your pens, for every animal of the forest is mine, and the cattle on a thousand hills.” Psalm 50: 9-10

Nov 20, 20247 minSeason 2Ep. 42

Journal Entry 41 Bat Masterson

Boxing. What do you think? Toxic masculinity on display or sport? Give a listen to the Old Trail Bosses story and then let’s talk. I will lift my eyes until the hills. Where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the maker of heaven and earth. PS 23 1 Peter 5:8-10

Nov 13, 202411 minSeason 2Ep. 41

Journal Entry 40 Seasons

SHOW NOTES: Which is your favorite season? Most people seem to like spring time the best. But there is something about fall that speaks to the soul. Listen to the Old Trail Boss’ thoughts on the season and let’s talk.

Nov 06, 20248 minSeason 2Ep. 40

Cowboy Bill and The Haunted House

Do you like adventure stories? Stories that stir your imagination? Then this week’s podcast is for you. In a departure from our usual format, we are proud to preview a new series of podcasts that target youth and the young at heart. The series is entitled “The Adventures of Cowboy Bill and The Triple Cross Cowboys.” Cowboy Bill will soon have his own podcast site. For now you can find more information about Cowboy Bill by visiting his website www.cowboybill.us or his Facebook page, Cowboy Bill. ...

Oct 30, 202410 minSeason 2Ep. 39

Journal Entry 38 Deck of Cards

Is there an old song about the Bible you like? How about Sing them over agan to me, wonderful words of life. One my favorite gospel songs is I’m Using My Bible For A Road Map. Let’s see what one Cowboy thinks about The Word Listen and we’ll talk about it. Listen to this week’s Journal entry entitled, “The Queen of Hearts”. “The Lords’ a good Trail Boss. He meets all my needs.” Psalm 23:1

Oct 23, 202412 minSeason 2Ep. 38

Journal Entry 37 Windy Bill

Have you heard the term, “Don’t get above your raisin’”? How about. “A wise man knows his limitations”? Do you suppose Windy Bill in our story today every did. Give a listen and then let’s talk.

Oct 16, 202410 minSeason 2Ep. 37

Journal Entry 36 Arnold

Have you heard the one about..? Stop me if you’ve heard this one before. Well, even if we have we all enjoy a good shaggy dog story. Listen to the story the old Old Trail Boss has to share and get ready to smile. “He will yet fill your mouth with laughter, and your lips with shouting.” Job 8:21

Oct 09, 202410 minSeason 2Ep. 36

Journal Entry 35 Cowboy 23rd

What translation of the Bible do you use or prefer? The Kings James? The New King James? The NIV? The Living Bible? So many excellent options are out there. Which one do Cowboys prefer. Listen and we’ll talk about it. Listen to this week’s Journal entry entitled, “A Cowboy’s 23rd Psalm. “The Lords’ a good Trail Boss. He meets all my needs.” Psalm 23:1

Oct 02, 20247 minSeason 2Ep. 35

Journal Entry 34 The Tally Book

What brand of coffee or soda do you drink? What brand of jeans do you wear? Whose brand do you wear? Did I get you with that last one? Listen to this week’s Journal entry entitled, “The Tally book and we’ll talk. “From now on, let no one cause me trouble, for I bear on my body the brand marks of the Lord.” Galatians 6:17 In the bible, being branded by God ix often used to describe a spiritual or internal marking that signifies an allegiance or commitment. You belong to God....

Sep 18, 20248 minSeason 2Ep. 34

Journal Entry 33 The Three Sisters

Have you ever been on a blind date? All you knew was that he or she was the sister or brother of a friend of your friend. And they were lot’s of fun and had a great personality. Well listen to todays story The Three Sister and let’s talk about anticipation. Hebrews 13:2 Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it.

Sep 11, 202411 minSeason 2Ep. 33

Journal Entry 32 Cowboy Sounds

What’s your favorite sound? Have you ever thought about it? Is there a sound that particularly gets your attention or maybe brings back a fond memory? Listen to what the Old Trail Boss has to share and let’s talk about it. “He who has ears to hear, let him hear!” Matthew 11:15

Sep 04, 20246 minSeason 2Ep. 32

Journal Entry 31 Mr. Sam

Heard any good stories lately? Here’s one about story telling you might like And one to share. Give a listen to Mr. Sam and we’ll talk about it. The disciples came up and asked, “Why do you tell stories?” He replied, “You’ve been given insight into God’s kingdom. You know how it works. Not everybody has this gift, this insight; it hasn’t been given to them. Whenever someone has a ready heart for this, the insights and understandings flow freely. But if there is no readiness, any trace of recepti...

Aug 28, 202412 minSeason 2Ep. 31

Journal Entry 30 Mighty Mike

Small is beautiful. Don’t you agree? No? Well give a listen to this week’s story, “Mighty Mike” And give a “little” (LOL) listen to some thoughts on the subject. “Four things on earth are small, yet they are extremely wise: Ants are creatures of little strength, yet they store up their food in the summer; hyraxes are creatures of little power, yet they make their home in the crags; locusts have no king, yet they advance together in ranks; a lizard can be caught with the hand, yet it is found in ...

Aug 21, 20249 minSeason 2Ep. 30

Journal Entry 29 Coffee That Won The West

I wonder what kind of coffee Jesus and the apostles drank in the evening an they listened to Jesus teach and tell stories. Let's go ahead and grab our Bibles and see what the Bible has to say about that. After you listen to the story, of course. “Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change.” James 1:17...

Aug 14, 202410 minSeason 2Ep. 29

Journal Entry 28 "Windy"

Have you ever known a windy old character? That was the name given to a tall tale in cowboy vernacular, a Windy. Many times those tall tales are what we would call today little white lies. Are they OK? Let's talk about that.

Aug 08, 20249 minSeason 2Ep. 28

Journal Entry 27 Old Duke

Have you ever heard the old saying “Age is just a number, And mine is unlisted. Think that's true? Listen to today's story and some thoughts on “maturing" and we’ll talk. Enjoy and be blessed.

Jul 31, 202412 minSeason 2Ep. 27

Journal Entry 26 Lullaby Meeker

“Have you ever heard a “Shaggy Dog” story? Don’t know what that is. Well give a listen to this week’s episode and you’ll have an idea. And remember God has a sense of humor. We’ll talk about that after the story. Proverbs 17:22 A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones. Psalm 126:2 Then our mouth was filled with laughter, and our tongue with shouts of joy; then they said among the nations, “The Lord has done great things for them.” Job 8:21 He will yet fill your mo...

Jul 24, 20248 minSeason 2Ep. 26

Journal Entry 25 Mr. Garfield

“Gosh, I wish I hadn’t said that.” “I wish I could take that back.” How many times have you said that after you spoke in haste, or in anger? Words can have such an impact depending on how we use them and what we say. Think about the words you speak and why you use them as you listen to today's story and reflect on the words of scripture shared. Ephesians 4:29 “Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that i...

Jul 17, 20248 minSeason 2Ep. 25

Journal Entry 24 No Show Jones

“Have you ever wanted something so bad, that when you got it all you could do was stand there and smile?... or maybe ask, what was I thinking? Think about it as you listen to today's story and thoughts for the day. Scripture Reference: Matthew 7: 7-12 “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened. “Which of you, if your son asks for bre...

Jul 11, 202411 minSeason 2Ep. 24

Journal Entry 23 July 4, 1876

“The land of the free, because of the brave.” What a great and accurate saying. Are you free? Do you live in peace? Our story today ends with the way for you to get there. Give a listen. Scripture Reference: Psalm 33:12 Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD, the people he chose for his inheritance. John 8:36 So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed. Philippians 3:20 But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ,...

Jul 03, 20249 minSeason 2Ep. 23

Journal Entry 22 Nothing Happened

Did you ever have one of those kind of days? No not that kind. One like the day in our story today entitled, “Nothing Happened,” Give a listen. Scripture Reference: Psalm 23 Philippians 4:11-13 I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in w...

Jun 26, 20248 minSeason 2Ep. 22

Journal Entry 21 Pop Wilkins

There is a Cowboy saying that tells us to Cowboy Up! I wonder when “Man up” disappeared. Or Has it? Give a listen to today’s story and let’s rethink that. Scripture Reference: Genesis 1:26-27

Jun 19, 20249 minSeason 2Ep. 21

Journal Entry 20 Have You Got a Minute

Hey! Have you got a minute? Are you sure? It may be later than you think. Give a listen to today’s story and think again. Scripture Reference: Luke 12:19-21 19 And I will say to [a] myself, “You have many goods stored up for many years to come; relax, eat, drink, and enjoy yourself!”’ 20 But God said to him, ‘You fool! This very night [b] your soul is demanded of you; and as for all that you have prepared, who will own it now?’ 21 Such is the one who stores up treasure for himself, and is not ri...

Jun 12, 20249 minSeason 2Ep. 20

Journal Entry 19 Boomers Bisquits

There is an old Cowboy saying that says, “Only a fool argues with a skunk, a mule, or a campy cook.” Really? Give a listen to today’s story and you decide. Scripture Reference: Galatians 5:9 “Alas, it takes only a little leaven to affect the whole lump!”

Jun 05, 20247 minSeason 2Ep. 19

Journal Entry 18 We Remember

Do you regularly thank a soldier for their service? When you see one, remember the fact you have the freedoms you do because of their service and the sacrifice of so many. Today’s story gives us something to think about in that regard. Give a listen. Scripture Reference: John 15:13 “There is no greater love than this, that a man would lay down his life for his friends.”

May 29, 20246 minSeason 2Ep. 18

Journal Entry 17 Mavericks

Let me ask you a question, is it more important for me to know who you are or whose you are? Today’s story gives a hint, Give a listen and you decide. Scripture Reference: Galatians 6:17 “From now on, let no one cause me trouble, for I bear on my body the brand-marks of Jesus.”

May 22, 20246 minSeason 2Ep. 17

Journal Entry 16 Mexican Strawberries

If something sounds too good or looks too good to be true, is it?! Give a listen to the story Mexican Strawberries and you decide. Scripture Reference: 1st Samuel 16:7

May 15, 20249 minSeason 2Ep. 16

Journal Entry 15 Davis Jameson

Scripture: James 4; Luke 12; Matthew 24 When the end of the trail appears, which way will you turn? Davis Jameson was prepared. Give a listen to his story.

May 08, 202410 minSeason 2Ep. 15

Journal Entry 14 Loco Weed

Have you ever thought or had the feeling that something that looked so good, might not be. There’s a cure for “stinkin’ thinkin’. Listen up. Scripture: Genesis 3: 1-4; James 4:7-8; John 15: 1-6

May 01, 20248 minSeason 2Ep. 14

Journal Entry 13 The Winner

The TV ads say. “Create A New Younger You!” Well, listen to this story and then think again.

Apr 26, 20249 minSeason 2Ep. 13
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