This morning my writing is on another blog. My nephew, Daniel, asked me to guest write today on the topic of Conflict. You can see that article and read more on his blog at The Christian Practice. - Scott
Author: Scott McCown
The Name(s) of Jesus
Jesus is: The Good Shepherd - John 10:11, "I am the Good Shepherd. The Good Shepherd lays down His life for the Sheep." As my shepherd, He guards, keeps, and protects me. I trust Him to lead me in paths of righteousness. The Son of God - Matthew 27:54, " . . . Surely He … Continue reading The Name(s) of Jesus
Vaya con Dios
This is my favorite Spanish phrase. "Vaya con Dios" - I like the way it sounds as it rolls off my tongue. "Vaya con Dios" - you even here it in contemporary songs. "Vaya con Dios" - this is my prayer for you. "Vaya con Dios" - may you always go with God! - Scott
Gotcha!
According to the researchers at the Bathroom Reader Institution. The delicacy knowns as lobster has an interesting story. The following is from Uncle John's Endlessly Engrossing Bathroom Reader, (Bathroom Readers' Press:Ashland, OR) 2009. "Lobster may taste like shellfish (crab, shrimp), but it looks like an insect. And technically, it's an arthropod - more closely related … Continue reading Gotcha!
Four Gifts That Keep on Giving
Trey Morgan lists gifts for wives and then a separate list of gifts for husbands. Both lists are worth reading and giving. I thought I would add to his lists four unisex gift ideas for all the people in your life. Respect: This to me is the thrust of Jesus' statement in what we call the golden … Continue reading Four Gifts That Keep on Giving
An Extra Sermon
An EXTRA Sermon 11.21.10 / Original – BSMc Centerplate Concessions: E – Everyone receives a greeting. X – Cross paths with guests (ask what they need). T – Take time with customers. R – Remember to suggest items. A – Always say. “Thank you.” Fist Application to Parrish Church of Christ E – Every visitor … Continue reading An Extra Sermon
Brouha-Humbug!
Do not let the title mislead you. I am a BIG fan of this time of year. I love the festivities. I love the family gatherings, the gathering of friends, exchanging gifts, decorating the house, and singing “fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la.” Yet, I must admit that I get discouraged. The holiday season that spans from late November … Continue reading Brouha-Humbug!
A Big Thank You
I am planning to take this week off from blogging. Things get busy for all of us around the holidays and we are no different. We are planning to use this week to put the finishing touches on our kitchen project -- that is going to take up a lot of my writing time. But … Continue reading A Big Thank You
Outline John 1:1-14
Our Bible Bowl teams (Youth and Adult) are studying John's account of the Gospel this year. I thought I would share some outlines from some studies in John. Click on the Title below for a *.pdf of the outline. - Scott An Abridged Gospel - Scott McCown Jonah cried out, “Yet forty days and Nineveh … Continue reading Outline John 1:1-14
Customer Satisfaction
Like many others, I held a part time job during high school. I had the privilege of working in the restaurant industry as a busboy, cook, and butcher at the Western Steer Family Steakhouse on Mobile Highway in Pensacola, Florida. (That location closed in the mid-'90's.) In my two years at The Steer … Continue reading Customer Satisfaction
Driving Thought 