Way Corp group(s) I was in
10th and 14th
Where I live
Kerrville, Texas
About Me
It is 2013 and I thought I should update this since it has been seen for about 6 years.
In 2002 I changed my name back to my birth name. You will now see me as Richard Barton in any emails and on facebook.
I still have more fun than most people. I miss a lot of you. I still speak the Word at every open door though I would not go door to door witnessing unless God was very clear about it.
My life is getting to the point that wisdom is the principle thing, but I still search for it. It seems to elude me.
I have had some close calls throughout my life. But then, I suppose all of us have had a few. I am ready for (as Jeff Stanley says) part B.
I have endured 3 brain surgeries for a benign tumor in my pituitary gland. It was not the best part of my life. But I survived all that in spite of the unbelief around me.
I love to tell people I haven't had a bad day in 38 years. Then, explain that while this is true, I have had some HARD days. Perspective is a good thing to have (and a vocabulary).
I moved to Comfort, Texas in May of 2013. It is a small town about 30 miles northwest of San Antonio. I have a motorcycle and love to ride in the hill country where there is less traffic and lots of great scenery.
The top shelf best part of my life is in the fact that I learned "HOW" to rightly-divide God's Word. This is the biggest thing that distinguished us in the 70's & 80's. It wasn't Athletes or Way Prod or even speaking in tongues. The fire of the Word is still burning for me. It is all I have. Nothing else in this life can touch it. Especially not ego or talent. The Way Corps Poem is still in my blood stream.
My Interests
Still have a passionate interest in the Bible. A little in business and music. But not the music business. .I play guitar and bass and bang chords on the piano.
I've developed a keen interest in gold and the economy (that sure looks like it could collapse). There are a lot of believers who think God will meet our needs even in a collapse. I know this is positive believing and all that. But makes me pause and consider Joseph. What if he had taken that position? Egypt would have been hit just as hard as all the other countries. Of course, God will meet our need. Qhy couldn't buying gold now set us up to have our need met?
Employment or Career
medically-retired I was in sales for about 30 years. Sold radio advertising, computers, janitorial supplies. Loved it but never saw the prosperity possible in the highest paid profession. I used the skills learned in the job to develop my witnessing skills. I've gotten pretty good at the art of witnessing. I am planning to build a huge business with gold. If you haven't seen this video, enjoy it. I spent a few years keeping watch on this company and now I am an affiliate. Gold coins are too volitile since they are owned by the government and we are only the bearer. As a seller you have to pay for the proof of its value. But this company has the highest security in the world for proving the purity of it's product.
Of course, I believe Corps should have Gold and Guns and everyone is invited to contact me with any inquiries.
Music I Like
Classic Country
Texas Country Nashville Envies
Books I Like
Rarely read much of anything but the Bible. My eyes are going dim so I don't have a desire for anything but the Bible now. But when I did, Tom Clancey was my favorite, mostly now, I read the Bible and thats about it. Can't say I'm very cultured.
Television I like
I am mainly interested in movies. Bones is a good show. That is about it. I am starting my own movie collection. I figure I only need about 80-100. I would rather watch movies than television. Too many commercials and cable is a waste of time and money for me.
Movies I like
I would rather watch 20 yr old movies than the new stuff Hollywood markets. I enjoy almost all kinds except thrasher and stupid ones like Pulp Fiction and the Divinci Code. Guess you could say I'm very opiniated about such works. Many of Hollywoods works in the past decade have been a huge disappointment. I would rather watch a movie I've seen a dozen times than to watch some of the crap they've produced. I prefer older movies. Hollywood has called crap art for much too long.
Sports Teams I like
Dallas Cowboys,NE Patiots. Rarely have time to keep up with either. I like the Spurs but basketball is not my favorite sport. The season is much too long and they are so good, it is a bit boring to me.
My Email Address:
rbartonx@gmail.com
Comments
Thank you for your email.
I believe Bo and Val Linnemann are still living in Huddersfield or
Leeds..in the north of England. I have contacted Val about this website and invited her to join but she didn't respond back to me.
I read your home page Ric and I feel so sad that you have struggled so much with health challenges.
Great to see you've kept your sense of humour!
A merry heart doeth good like a medicine :)
Yes..our 1st year as 10th Corps was an amazing year.
Did not our hearts burn within us.....as the scriptures were opened.
And the intense love of God we experienced between Corps brothers and sisters was just utterly phenomenal......a glimpse
of the sweetness of the Return.
I will thank my God upon every remembrance of you Ric.
URD BEST!!!!!
Alison
My friend in San Antonio would like your e-mail address.
Thanks, Lyn
I was just checking out the Pressed Down videos on the home page and man are they good. Some of the best music ever! Bring back great memories, real feel good stuff. Anyway, it reminded me of the blog you started on "Accessing the Old Stuff". I looked at the responses, and it seemed as though you had a few fingers pointed for direction. What did you find?
Sounds like you've been busy! If you get a chance, check out this site www.ChristianLeadershipTraining.com
Dr. Gudorf has an incredible teaching series that focuses on the practical application of recognizing and operating God's power.
You just might love it bro!!
Keep in touch!
Bill Porta
Right back at you! And you'd have to say Hi to Lupe yourself. I think she's in the Dallas area these days. (Or is it Arizona? No, I think it's Texas.)
Until next time,
Rick (WITH a "K")