Category Archives: Tony Funderburk

Tony Funderburk is THE Rhyme and Reason author, singer-songwriter. He’s written and published 30+ books for kids and adults in addition to scores of articles. And he’s composed hundreds of songs (and a couple of books) for businesses and loyal listeners.

Tens of thousands of families have enjoyed and supported his recorded music and live performances for many years. Tony believes our existence is a beautiful gift from God to each of us, including our gifts and talents.

So, we should use them to create and serve others. When you tune in to Tony Funderburk’s FunderCast, you’ll get rhymes, reasons, and songs delivered to your inbox for free. AND click here to get free songs and a book right away. And Click here to learn more about Tony’s story.

Posted on July 21, 2023 by TonyJuly 21, 2023

God hates certain reprobates. There go the floodgates.

OK, it’s in the Bible. So I believe it. John said, “God is love.” And he (and other apostles, too) also wrote of the many ways God loves us humans. Plus, all you gotta do, to know that’s true, is … Read the rest

Posted on July 20, 2023 by TonyJuly 20, 2023

You had a lot of things to do today. Right? Of course. Everybody, who leads a normal life that requires sustenance, had a busy day. So, I won’t take a lot of your time. This is just a little nudge … Read the rest

Posted on July 19, 2023 by TonyJuly 19, 2023

Traveler journal entry from the highway signpost sentry

I’ll do it. Yeah, somebody’s gotta keep an eye on ’em. And make sure they’re not fallin’ into decay. Like so many other parts of this land of the less free and brave. And my trusty MacBook will serve as … Read the rest

Posted on July 18, 2023 by TonyJuly 18, 2023

Incrementalism approach needs some reproach

In a way, you could say that life requires the incrementalism approach. Because you’re not born knowing everything you’ll know or how to do everything you’ll do. And you don’t learn calculus and geometry in first grade. And you don’t … Read the rest

Posted on July 17, 2023 by TonyJuly 17, 2023

Ship of fools floats like the shakiest of boats

Over 30 years ago I asked the question in a song I wrote on my brand new (at the time) keyboard. How long can it go on? And even though, now, I can listen to the digital keyboard version of … Read the rest

Posted on July 15, 2023 by TonyAugust 3, 2024

Responsibility role is good for your soul

The responsibility role. It’s the part of a lifetime. But fewer and fewer people even audition. Maybe because the dialogue is too difficult. And maybe because it requires something else in scarce supply. Humility. And I’ll admit, I haven’t always … Read the rest

Posted on July 14, 2023 by TonyNovember 21, 2024

I’ve talked about the Holland–Dozier–Holland songwriting and producing team before when I shared some info about The Supremes and their hit song, “I Hear A Symphony.” And they had another hit, 60 years ago this month, with the song, “Heat … Read the rest

Posted on July 13, 2023 by TonyAugust 3, 2024

Ok, all seriousness aside. My brain thinks in rhymes. Not 24 hours a day. But certainly every day. My wife will tell you about (or rather ask you to save her from) my daily rhymes. She’s been with me over … Read the rest

Posted on July 11, 2023 by TonyAugust 4, 2023

Here’s a tough one, even for Christians. God is not currently in charge of this world. And again, Jesus tells us that. Three times! He WILL rule this world one day. But He currently does NOT rule. And the evidence … Read the rest

Posted on July 10, 2023 by TonyJuly 30, 2023

Social media noise from all the girls and boys

It’s mostly just social media noise. And not actual conversation. Oh sure, I suppose if you grew up in a home where everyone yelled at each other at the same time, and called it conversation, social media seems just fine … Read the rest