Category Archives: Another Man

Another Man: William Bybee

Posted on June 16, 2009 by Jason

The next entry in my Another Man series was devoted to my paternal grandfather, William Bybee. I originally wrote about his influence here, but a year later Granddaddy passed away and I had the highest honor of my ministry career: … Continue reading →

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Another Man: Alan Shates

Posted on June 15, 2009 by Jason

With Father’s Day looming this week, my thoughts always turn toward my own father and the other men who have had a tremendous influence in my life. A few years ago, I came across a quote that stuck with me: … Continue reading →

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Be Smart: A Eulogy

Posted on May 28, 2007 by Jason

I sincerely appreciate all the thoughts and prayers so many of you have expressed in the days since my grandfather’s death. A few of you asked if I wouldn’t mind posting a copy of the eulogy here. There are a … Continue reading →

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In Honor of William Bybee

Posted on May 26, 2007 by Jason

Yesterday I received the call that my grandfather passed away. I wrote about his health a few weeks back; the final years of his life were difficult because of a variety of physical ailments. Although I’m certainly sad that he’s … Continue reading →

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Another Man, Number One

Posted on June 5, 2006 by Jason

1. Al Bybee, my Dad The word “hero” has been prostituted and cheapened in recent times. The ability to dunk a basketball does not a hero make. We venerate celebrity, electing the most vain among us as our idols. But … Continue reading →

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Another Man, Number Two

Posted on June 3, 2006 by Jason

2. Johnny Markham, my youth minister I think we often fail to see how God is working in our lives in the present. It’s usually only in hindsight that I’m able to discern His activity. Looking back. it’s easy to … Continue reading →

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Another Man, Number Three

Posted on June 1, 2006 by Jason

Richard Beard, my brother-in-law My sister, Tara (my elder sibling by 10 years), began dating Richard when I was pretty young. I honestly can’t remember a time when Richard wasn’t around. I was probably a bit of a nuisance to … Continue reading →

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Another Man, Number Four

Posted on May 25, 2006 by Jason

4. William Bybee, my grandfatherMy grandfather is one of the most encouraging people I’ve ever known. I don’t think I’ve ever met a more gentle, loving man in all my life. We’re not sure how old he is (his birth … Continue reading →

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Another Man, Number Five

Posted on May 24, 2006 by Jason

I read something recently that’s given me quite a bit to reflect on. I can’t remember where this quote came from, but it’s been knocking around my brain for a couple days. “For a boy to become a man requires … Continue reading →

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