55

It's hard to believe I am 55 years old. Use to think that was OLD! Now, its like, hey this is cool! It's a remarkable time of life right now. I'm enjoying my marriage, our children, the ministry and the opportunities that I'm afforded. The joy is increased because there are simply no regrets. Moving…Read more 55

Grace thoughts from a Teenager

My first understanding of grace came from a high school friend.  I was discouraged by a selfish, sinful attitude of mine that persuaded me I wasn't truly "saved."  Friends came up to me inquiring what was wrong.  I didn't want to say, because I had witnessed to all of them.   I remember to ladies…Read more Grace thoughts from a Teenager

Suddenly realizing you’re more conservative than you used to be.

Suddenly realizing you’re more conservative than you used to be.. Last week I read the book Stuff Christians Like by Jonathan Acuff.  I've begun reading his blog.  This is a must read.  Perhaps it will explain why when young Christians become parents they find themselves becoming Conservative. Your thoughts? Peace and Joy!

Interesting thought on Priorities

"We make our priorities and then our priorities make us." When I read that today, I grabbed my phone and captured that thought.  I've spoken and written about the importance of priorities.  This thought though set my mind a whirring! As I've thought about it, I agree.  Sometimes a statement like this hits me, but…Read more Interesting thought on Priorities

Working Lunch

This afternoon the pastoral team ate lunch at our favorite Arabic restaurant.  Amani's Restaurant is one of those places that delivers what you hope for.  Good food, value and a pleasant dining experience.  A pastor from another church, joined us for lunch.  Six hungry men.  We ordered a dinner for four.  The food is always…Read more Working Lunch

iBelieve in the Church #4 – Missions

Every child in the hospital wing had a cleft palate.  Without corrective surgery, children with a cliff palate would be hidden or abandoned by their society.   These children were the exception, their parents were poor but rich in faith.  These people loved Christ.  They saw their children as a blessing instead of a burden.  They…Read more iBelieve in the Church #4 – Missions

iBelieve in the Church sharing Good News!

Another reason I am so passionate about my belief in the local church is the Good News we've been given.  When Christ spoke about the Good News, so many people would come to listen that he would have to reposition himself to be heard.  The news that God loves us and that the problem we…Read more iBelieve in the Church sharing Good News!

iBelieve in the Church #2

Atop many churches sits a cross symbolizing Christ's commitment to the Church.  In those churches the cup and bread are shared remembering Christ's commitment to us.  The people literally are the body of Christ joined to him and one another somehow in mystery.  Both pictures are symbols of sacrifice.  The cross only he could die…Read more iBelieve in the Church #2

iBelieve in the Church #1

I believe in the church!  I should go further and say, I love the church! "God rescued us from the dark power of Satan and brought us into the kingdom of his dear Son, who forgives our sins and sets us free."  Colossians 1:13-14, CEV The church is a living organism made up of imperfect…Read more iBelieve in the Church #1

Just random thoughts- June 25, 2010

I'm very grateful for the people who continue to mentor and pray for me.  This week, I've been challenged to begin writing, to make decisions that I believe strongly in, to trust the guidance I receive in prayer but be willing to share it with others, and to be steadfast in my calling as a…Read more Just random thoughts- June 25, 2010