I'm walking through the Gospel of John with my youth at my house and with that in mind and with the approaching Easter celebration, I'm reposting some thoughts I had last year at this time. I was spending some time today reading the different gospel accounts of the Resurrection as I spiritually prepare for the … Continue reading John, a Man's Man
Category: Faith Reflections
Angry Conversations
Have you ever felt like you and God needed couples counseling? I know there have been times in my faith journey when it probably would have been helpful. I know that even more now that I've read an amazing book by Susan Isaacs titled Angry Conversations with God: A Snarky But Authentic Spiritual Memoir. Isaacs shares … Continue reading Angry Conversations
Lifeway at it again
Maybe you've heard by now or have seen this in stores recently but Lifeway Christian Stores have done it again in their quest to play the role of Holy Spirit in the lives of readers. In January, they put this disclaimer on their website and began placing “Please Read with Discernment™.” stickers on select books by … Continue reading Lifeway at it again
Crazy Sister Love
Today I turned in my devotion for our upcoming Lenten devotional book here at the church. It is a wonderful treasure of writings and art from members of our church and it is a blessing to read the thoughts and hearts of individuals that often don't get the opportunity to share. My devotion was based … Continue reading Crazy Sister Love
John, a Man's Man
I was spending some time today reading the different gospel accounts of the Resurrection as I spiritually prepare for the Easter celebration. Those who have read books or Scripture several times know what it is like to suddenly see something new in the words that were not obvious before or that you simply missed because … Continue reading John, a Man's Man
It's Time
120 adults at my church, not including our youth, are starting a new study called "It's Time". It is a curriculum created by the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship to help churches make the journey towards becoming a missional church. What is a missional church? Well, there is an endless supply of conversations and discussions about the … Continue reading It's Time
First Sunday Advent Prayer
Almighty God,give us grace that we may cast awaythe works of darkness, and put upon us the armor of light,now in the time of this mortal lifein which thy Son Jesus Christ cameto visit us in great humility;that in the last day, when he shall come againin his glorious majesty to judge both the quick … Continue reading First Sunday Advent Prayer
Tears From the Saints
My new favorite song by the Leeland. The song is titled Tears From the Saints. Lyrics:There are many prodigal sonsOn our city streets they runSearching for shelterThere are homes broken downPeople’s hopes have fallen to the groundFrom failuresThis is an emergency!There are tears from the saintsFor the lost and unsavedWe’re crying for them come back … Continue reading Tears From the Saints
Passing Ships
We must stop setting our sights by the light of each passing ship; instead we must set our course by the stars. - George MarshallGreat leaders like George Marshall know that your gaze must continually be focused on the right things or you will soon find yourself off course. How tempting it is to lose … Continue reading Passing Ships
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