The Old Trail Boss

The Old Trail Boss

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.

Episodes

August 20, 2025 11 mins

Why in the world is all this happening to me. What in the world is going on? Sound familiar? Give a listen to this weeks story and let’s think about an answer and a solution.

Ephesians 6: 13 “Put on the whole armor of God so that you can take your stand against the schemes of the devil.”

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Enough, enough! I have enough. Please stop that's more than enough. Food? Music? Entertainment? religiosity? Wait, what? Listen to this weeks story and I’ll explain.

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 it may benefit those who listen.

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August 6, 2025 8 mins

Have you ever seen a White Buffalo? Did you know there were a sacred Animal to Native Americans? A symbol of good luck and hope. Let’s listen to todays story and then consider some symbols of good luck and hope.

Scripture Reference: Isaiah 41:30 “but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles;    they will run and not grow weary,  they will walk and not be f...

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July 24, 2025 8 mins

Ever hear the saying, “Never cuss a mule or a camp cook.”? How about “He’s

Got enough money to burn a wet mule.”? No? Well join us today for the newest entry in The Trail Bosses Journal and get “edicated”.

Scripture reference: Romans 5:3-5

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July 17, 2025 7 mins

Where do you find God’s glory? When you consider the beauty of God’s creation, how do you feel? Listen to The Old Trail Bosses' reflection is our story today, and let’s share.

Scripture Reference: Psalm 8:1

Lord, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth! You have set your glory in the heavens.

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July 10, 2025 7 mins

Who’s the best hoss or horse you ever rode? Can you see the special mount when you think of their name? Cowboys are particular about who and what they ride. Give a listen to our story today and let’s share.

Scripture Reference: Proverb 22:1

“A good name is more desirable than great riches;
    to be esteemed is better than silver or gold.”

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“This land is your land, this land is my land.” What a great old song and thought. How do we know this land is our land? Let’s talk about that after our story, “Home On The Range.” Give a listen.

Scripture Reference: Philippians 3:20

But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ.

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Do you know the secret way to…? I’ve got a secret. Want to hear it? Have you tried the secret..? Listen to the story of Jed Samuels and let’s talk.

Scripture Reference: God knows the secrets of the heart. Psalm 44:21

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June 18, 2025 8 mins

Ever hear somebody say, Some Guys have all the luck? Of if she isn’t the luckiest one person I ever met? Well, give a listen to today's story and let's chat about luck.

Scripture Reference: Proverbs 16:3 “Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will succeed.”

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June 11, 2025 9 mins

Have you heard someone say, Cowboy up! What does that mean. Listen to the story of old Jesse and Billy Turner and let’s define it together.

Scripture Reference: Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways. Acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5-60.

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May 21, 2025 7 mins

Did you ever hear the old saying, “A boy’s best friend is his mother?” And experience has taught me that that; s true for many girls and women also. Take a minute and listen to the reminiscences from the Trail Bosses Journal and then let’s talk about mothers.

 

Scripture: I would lead you; I would take you to my mother’s house; she would teach me what to do. Song of Solomon 8:2

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May 8, 2025 12 mins

Are you familiar with the children's rhyme Baa Baa Black Sheep? Or do you member Mary had a little lamb?  Do you know who the shepherd is in the 23rd Psalm?  Give to listen to this week's episode and then let's share some time together.

 

Picture: Cowboy and sheep.

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April 23, 2025 6 mins

Have you ever run onto somebody you think you know and you just couldn’t think of their name? Well, that's exactly what happened to me in this week's episode. Give a listen and then let's share some thoughts together.

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April 16, 2025 5 mins

“And why do you worry about clothes? See how the flowers of the field grow. They do not labor or spin. Yet I tell you that not even Solomon in all his splendor was dressed like one of these.” Matthew 6:28-29

 

What’s your favorite time of year? Spring? Fall? Or somewhere in between.? Listen to today’s story and then let’s talk about why people seem to lik...

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April 9, 2025 7 mins

Philippians 2: 9-11

What’s in name? That’s an interesting question and topic.Listen to today’s story and then let’s talk aoubt your name.

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April 2, 2025 7 mins

“The God who made the world and everything in it is the Lord of heaven and earth and does not live in churches built by human hands.” Acts 17:24

Do you go to church somewhere? What’s special about your church?

Listen to today’s story and then I’ll share the place where I worship.

 

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March 26, 2025 10 mins

There's an old saying that says take a job that matches the desires of your heart and you'll never work a day in your life. Think that's true? Give a listen to our story today about a man who followed his dreams and what happened as a result. Then let's talk.

Proverbs 16:3 “Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.”

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March 19, 2025 10 mins

Show Notes: “Hey Cowboy, Wanna get lucky?” “Some people have all the luck.”

Let me ask you, is today your lucky day? Yes? No? Well listen to today’s story and
then let me know.

Scripture reference: “I can do all things through Christ Jesus who strengthens me.”
Philippians 4:13

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March 14, 2025 5 mins

What’s on the top of your list of favorite things? Are you blessed to have or have had them? Let’s take a listen to the Trail Bosses list and then we’ll compare our lists over a piece of scripture.

“Seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness; And all these things will be added unto you.” Matthew 6:33.

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March 5, 2025 9 mins

Paul the apostle writes in his letter to the Galatians, “Let no one cause me trouble for I wear the brand of Jesus.”

 

Galations 6:17

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