After my morning devos, I started Ted Kennedy's memoir True Compass. Hopefully I will get an understanding of his background and thinking regarding some of the issues that he brought him into conflict with his Roman Catholic faith. After doing a few chores on my Honey Do list and getting a haircut I did something…Read more September 18, 2009
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The President speaks to students today
Becky and I have been discussing the President's speech to students this weekend. Due to all the controversy during the past week, we were anxious to read the speech when it was made available yesterday. We both think that it is a terrific speech. It's encouraging and motivating. It's not political or a clever attempt…Read more The President speaks to students today
Building a Close Knit Family part two
Today commenting about the message on Sunday, one of our pastors said, "the message Sunday has caused me to think, 'what can I do better?'" He's a great husband and dad! His statement reminded me of the encouragement I heard for a marriage retreat. "For those who want to make a good marriage better!" Building…Read more Building a Close Knit Family part two
I can’t believe its August
Summer is quickly passing as usual. The beauty of living in Michigan in summertime is still a wonder to me. Growing up down South, we looked for shade, or ducked into the air-conditioning to escape the heat. Now I look for the sun, avoid the shade and indoors just to be able to enjoy the…Read more I can’t believe its August
Joy and Sorrow
A week can bring so much joy and so much pain at the same time. During my study this week, I've rejoiced over the birth of beautiful little girl to a precious couple in our congregation. They are going to be wonderful parents! Our son and his bride came to dinner this week and just…Read more Joy and Sorrow
Study Break
Today I began my summer study break with three major goals. One is to draw aside to spend more time in worship and prayer. The second is to prepare for our annual pastor's church vision and planning retreat in October. Finally to prepare for the second half of my preaching schedule. I covet your…Read more Study Break
Committed Follower of Christ – Coach Ed Thomas
I was driving home from a Dave Ramesey luncheon when the news reported the murder of Coach Ed Thomas. The story was shocking. An audible groan immediately came forth as the report continued. This morning at the Between Two World blog I learned something else about Coach Thomas. Aaron Kampan, linebacker for the Green Bay…Read more Committed Follower of Christ – Coach Ed Thomas
God at work among us!
My current series at Woodland called Creed has been a wonderful journey of revisiting why we believe what we believe. One of the great blessings of preaching and teaching is how you personally grow as you pray and study. Reminders of my own faith journey have popped up over and over as we have considered the…Read more God at work among us!
Man knows not his time
Last Thursday John Maxwell spoke at the Toledo National Day of Prayer and then spoke for a leadership event in Toledo. Gary Godfrey attended the event and committed his life to Christ. He filled out a card indicating his faith commitment to the Lord. Tragically the next morning at 10:00 he was killed in industrial…Read more Man knows not his time
Honoring God
May 4, 2009 God makes a promise in 1 Samuel 2:30 “I will honor those who honor me, and I will despise those who think lightly of me.” (NLT) This is one of those promises that reminds me of the relationship that God offers us in Christ. Living for God is living in relationship with…Read more Honoring God
Coram Deo 