Every year I read through the Bible or a large section of it. Every few years I will read in a suggested chronological order, that is reading in the supposed order of events, not in book-chapter-verse order. Reading the Bible this way gives the story a narrative flow that we sometimes miss if we are not … Continue reading Why the Bible?
Author: Scott McCown
Heroes
You may not know the name, but he was a hero. His heroic actions took place 75 years ago at Pearl Harbor on December 7. George Walters was manning massive rolling crane alongside the dry-docked USS Pennsylvania when the Japanese bombers began their attack. When he saw them approaching, this hero began moving his crane … Continue reading Heroes
What About Grace?!
Here are ten verses about God's grace. I will just let Him speak today. 1. And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth. (John bore witness about him, and cried out, “This was he … Continue reading What About Grace?!
Overcoming as Christians
We live in a world that tries to pull us down. We face ridicule, prejudice, and in some cases persecution for being Christian. The attacks of Satan vary from person to person, nation to nation, but he still attacks. How can we live a Christian life confidently? We learn that as a child of God we … Continue reading Overcoming as Christians
Just the Right Gift
If you are like many others, you are in the midst of holiday shopping. You have gifts for everyone, except that one special person. You know the one. Your girlfriend/boyfriend, your fiancé, your spouse, that significant other. You are looking for just the right gift. You want to give a special gift that shows them … Continue reading Just the Right Gift
50 Years
No, I am not 50 years old . . . that is until February. Some of you are thinking, "Scott, you are so young, just a child." Others are thinking, "Man, you're old!" This is not about my birthday. This is about fifty years. Fifty Years! Think with me about fifty years, half a century, … Continue reading 50 Years
Making America Great
Politicians from President Eisenhower to President Ronald Reagan, including President Bill Clinton, and Secretary Hillary Clinton often quote or refer to a statement purportedly made by Alexis De Tocqueville. However, the quote is not in any of his publicized works. The quote even made in into President-elect Trump's campaign slogan. This alleged quote states, "I sought for … Continue reading Making America Great
Hand in Hand
Amy and I like to walk. We walk around the neighborhood or through shopping centers or stores. When we walk, we hold hands. It is both a sign of affection to each other and a statement to those around us that we are and forever will be a couple - no, we are ONE. I … Continue reading Hand in Hand
I Wish this Church was Bigger
Growth. This is a common goal of churches. We long for our congregations to grow and for the universal Kingdom of Christ to expand. I read multiple books each year that offer advice on growing the church. Most of them will state that their research and experience is not a formula, but that there are … Continue reading I Wish this Church was Bigger
Loving Christ’s Church
I grew-up in a Christian home. My parents are Christians and all my grandparents were Christians or at least Christians minded. Many of my earliest memories surround assembling with Christians and having other church members over our house on Sunday evenings. Growing up there were two major influences other than my family they were Church and school. My … Continue reading Loving Christ’s Church
