Who do you want to be? It’s a more important question than what do you want to do. What you are determines what you will do. The challenge for us is the gap between who we want to be and who we are. It does take sanctified willpower but it takes more. Only God can…Read more SOAR part two
SOAR
“But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint.” (Isaiah 40:31, NLT) “Can you work without getting tired?” the store owner asked me when I was looking for my first job. “Yes…Read more SOAR
CHRISTMAS 2015
It’s been a perfect Christmas Day at the Clanton home. The aroma of Ethiopian Coffee brewing and reading your Bible makes for the start of great morning! Our children don’t get up bright and early like they used too. I had to convince one to get up, with him protesting, “Dad its Christmas!” Duh! I…Read more CHRISTMAS 2015
Christmas Eve 2015
Christmas Eve at Woodland Church is always special! The carols, music, candlelight, communion, friends, family and of course the Christmas story of God’s Christmas Peace in Christ. It’s always amazing to step out and see so many friends locally and from far away come home to Woodland! “Joseph, son of David,” the angel said, “do…Read more Christmas Eve 2015
Let Everyone See You Are Considerate
“Let everyone see that you are considerate in all you do. Remember, the Lord is coming soon.” (Philippians 4:5, NLT) Considerate people are a joy. They lend us a hand helping us to progress and grow in life; bringing joy as they do. If you fail they remind you that you are not a failure. A…Read more Let Everyone See You Are Considerate
God the Source of Our Joy
“You thrill me, Lord, with all you have done for me! I sing for joy because of what you have done.” (Psalm 92:4, NLT) “You have shown me the way of life, and you will fill me with the joy of your presence.’” (Acts 2:28, NLT) God is absolute joy! The scriptures assure that his…Read more God the Source of Our Joy
LIVING IN THE END TIMES
“The time is near when all things will end. So think clearly and control yourselves so you will be able to pray. Most importantly, love each other deeply, because love will cause people to forgive each other for many sins. Open your homes to each other, without complaining.” (1 Peter 4:7–9, NCV) Last night at…Read more LIVING IN THE END TIMES
Before They Go to School (Part Two)
When a child begins learns to read and write an explosion of confidence, curiosity and imagination happens in their mind. I love seeing that happen! God has trusted us with our children and equips us to raise them successfully. School starts Tuesday in our community. School supplies, school clothes, dues, class schedules, bus routes are…Read more Before They Go to School (Part Two)
Before They Go to School (part one)
It's time to shop for school supplies, buy school clothes, and get schedules coordinated right? Yes, but that's not the first thing. Prayer is first on our agenda as parents and a congregation for our students and their families in school and at university. Why? For the Glory of God! We love, rejoice and want to…Read more Before They Go to School (part one)
Our 39th Anniversary!
Just a brief note to give thanks for my wife and the marriage we have been blessed with. Yesterday, Becky and I celebrated our 39th Anniversary. We went to a small Bistro for reminiscing about our marriage, family, ministry and dreaming of the future. We laughed and talked. I took pictures of her. It was…Read more Our 39th Anniversary!
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