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Church, Service

Ask Not What Your Church Can Do for You….

Who now rejoice in my sufferings for you, and fill up that which is behind of the afflictions of Christ in my flesh for his body's sake, which is the church: - Colossians 1:24 Notice the expression of Paul near the end of the verse, "for his body's sake."  Paul claimed that he was suffering… Continue reading Ask Not What Your Church Can Do for You….

Family, Homes, Husband, Love, Marriage, Wife

Christmas Gifts & Kryptonite

Merry Christmas (Eve)! Where has 2018 gone? I wish you all a special and blessed Christmas season as you celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ. I wanted to share a Christmas story that I hope will put a smile on your face as you enjoy the holiday season. After all, a merry heart doeth… Continue reading Christmas Gifts & Kryptonite

Depression, Encouragement, Life, Wisdom

When You Have an Elephant on Your Chest

Do you ever feel like there is an elephant sitting on your chest?  Me too. I have a confession.  I am a worrier.  It is not something of which I am proud, but it is true.  My wife reminds me often that I worry too much. Sound familiar? It is my conviction that God gives… Continue reading When You Have an Elephant on Your Chest

Christianity, Life, Social Issues

Stubborn about the Right Things

The story of Ruth is one of the most beautiful in the Bible.  It gives such a clear picture of the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ.  There are many truths that will help us grow.  Meditate sometime on the kinsman redeemer, handfuls of purpose, or the fields of grace. There are many things we… Continue reading Stubborn about the Right Things

Christianity, Church

Five Responsibilities of Every Church Member

What does it mean to be a member of a church?  Keep in mind that I am purposely drawing a distinction between attending a church(es) as a guest/visitor and joining a church as a member. I believe there is a severe lack of value placed on church membership.  Do you agree? That statement is based… Continue reading Five Responsibilities of Every Church Member

Family, Life

The Epidemic of Enablers

I admit it.  I'm a fan of The Andy Griffith Show.  It was funny, clean, moral, funny, and funny.  The show also taught valuable lessons, much like other shows from that era.  In one episode, entitled, "Bailey's Bad Boy," Andy met a rich young man who had learned that his dad would always "bail him out."… Continue reading The Epidemic of Enablers