Last night as Amy, Andrew, and I were headed home from our mid-week services, I noticed blue, red, and yellow lights crowded in the intersection 1/2 mile behind me. Since services had let out, Amy and I both thought we should turn around and check out the scene to see if it was someone from … Continue reading Staying Safe
Author: Scott McCown
The Power of Thanks
When is the last time someone sincerely told you thanks? Maybe they told you in person, or maybe the sent a note or card in the mail; whatever method they chose, you felt blessed. When was the last time you told someone thank you? You know how receiving thanks makes you feel, have you blessed … Continue reading The Power of Thanks
Road Trip
Yesterday, July 13, 2011 will go down in my person history book. I had a great road trip with Andrew (my soon to be 14 year old). We were not able to go with the youth group to Six Flags Over Georgia this year - our schedule would not allow it. We made alternate plans … Continue reading Road Trip
The Ministry of Parenthood
The Ministry of Parenthood There are a number of texts to speak about the role of parents, specifically fathers. We could consider the following: Eph 6:4, Col 3:21, Ps 127:3 Then there are general verses about every Christian being a minister (servant): 1 Pet 4:10-11 Parenthood is such a ministry. We must give parents: Time to be good parents. Training to be good … Continue reading The Ministry of Parenthood
What’s in a Name?
Yesterday evening I spoke at the Church of Christ in Vernon, Alabama. Vernon is about 50 miles from my home in Oakman. On the journey, I saw beautiful pastures, small farms, horses, cattle, and deer. I also drove by historic homes and a couple of early 1900's school-houses. I passed through Corona, Berry, Mt Vernon, Crossville, … Continue reading What’s in a Name?
Ten Common Lies
If you are alive, you have the experience of someone lying to you, or more than likely, if you were a child you told one or more lies to someone. To the reader who just mumbled, I never lie, well you just did. Lies are dangerous; Lies inhibit growth and prevent progress. The worst (most … Continue reading Ten Common Lies
Our WeekEnd Bible School
This is showing up on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter. This is your video invitation for our VBS July 8-10. - Scott http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d60J3mViXMM
Would You Choose Hell?
No matter what someone says to your or where they tell you to go; NO man can send you to Hell. Filp Wilson claimed "the devil made me do it." Dana Carvey as the Church Lady would surmise, "Could it be . . . Satan?" But in reality hell is your choice. My mom reminded us … Continue reading Would You Choose Hell?
God’s Steadfast Love
Psalm 136 repeats the following phrase 26 times in 26 verses: ". . . for His steadfast love endures forever." The KJV translates the phrase as "For His mercy endures forever." When reading this psalm one cannot help but walk away knowing that God cares and that that care (mercy - steadfast love) endures. There … Continue reading God’s Steadfast Love
Ten Family Things to Do in Orlando
Recently, Melanie (my niece) graduated high school. Her idea for a graduation party was a family trip to Orlando. Eight members of our family were able to attend. This group ranged in age from 13 to 73. While there we were able to visit all four Disney parks (Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, and … Continue reading Ten Family Things to Do in Orlando
Driving Thought 