Recently, Cole's dad, Rick shared a very interesting story with me. But first let me give you some background.Rick grew up attending a charismatic church, that uses popular style musical accompaniment, soloists, choirs, etc. in worship. Rick was one of the soloists. Rick married, Gina who grew up attending a non-denominational acapella Church of Christ. Rick attended … Continue reading Singing and Understanding
Author: Scott McCown
Competition
Hello, my name is Scott, I am a recovering competitor. . .Competition is addictive. Competition drives the American business model. Competition runs deep in the heart and soul of many people. Can you finish this jingle from years gone by, "My dog's better than your dog . . ." I admit, wholeheartedly that I am … Continue reading Competition
A Working Retreat
Today is Thursday and my first blog of the week. I suppose an excuse is in order.I had a great opportunity to drive six hours to the Great Smokey Mountains and stay in the cabin pictured to the left. I spent Monday evening, all day Tuesday, and Monday morning with 10 other ministers from Alabama, … Continue reading A Working Retreat
Re-Thinking Church
A lot of good religious folks are talking about the church, and are rethinking and redesigning the church. This May 1 and 2 the congregation at Sweetwater, TN will host a series of meetings designed to help us "Think About the Church." If you are close by or are traveling through, please stop in. Below is the … Continue reading Re-Thinking Church
Bank Loans
Enjoy this story of a Bank Loan for a Trip to Europe:A man from Alabama walked into a bank in New York City and asked for the loan officer. He told the loan officer that he was going to Paris for an international redneck festival for two weeks and needed to borrow $5,000 and that … Continue reading Bank Loans
How Many Bags?
Not long ago while at a local pharmacy, the young lady behind the counter noticed I lived in Oakman. "I grew up there and graduated OHS," she said. Then she mentioned folks she went to school with and we made some friend connections. Then she asked if I knew one of the former principals of … Continue reading How Many Bags?
Learning from a Teacher.
Let me introduce you to my favorite 1st Grade Teacher. She was not my teacher when I was 6, nor did she teach my son's 1st Grade class (she was teaching 6th grade then). We struck up one of our many conversations about teaching and preaching as we were returning from a "working vacation." Yes, … Continue reading Learning from a Teacher.
Who is Jesus Anyway?
Jesus and the New Testament penman ascribe a number of titles and names for Jesus. Each of these terms in some way define who Jesus is and at least part of His purpose for coming to dwell with man. Below are fourteen titles (names) in alphabetical order. Jesus is the:1. Bread of Life - Jn 6:352. Christ … Continue reading Who is Jesus Anyway?
Passover
As our Jewish friends complete the Week of Feasts (Passover, Unleavened Bread, First Fruits), I shared a sermon yesterday on the Passover and our connection to it as Christians. Here is the slideshare version below. Some of the formatting from my original changed in the uploading process.Apr 4 A M PassoverView more presentations from Scott … Continue reading Passover
I Love Children!
Last night, Amy and I made a quick run to the local dollar store so she could pick up a few things for school. As we were at the cash register, a young mother and her preschool age daughter walked in. As Mom selected a shopping cart this precocious four year old asked,"Can I push … Continue reading I Love Children!
Driving Thought 