"Why am I wearing my jeans and t-shirt to bed, momma?" I remember saying. "In case we have to get up and leave quickly. But don't worry, say your prayers. God will take care of us." That was my mom's answer. That answer was enough. I was afraid, but felt safe knowing dad was watching … Continue reading Hurricane Season
Author: Scott McCown
What Happened to . . .?
When did conversations change? When did we all start communicating in the negative case? All this week, when in conversation with others, I listened to complaint after complaint. One person complained about the burning of the Qu'ran in South Florida, while another complained that people were upset at the book-burning. I listened to a couple of football … Continue reading What Happened to . . .?
Prayer at Public School
Shh! Don't tell anyone what I saw Tuesday night at a Public School Football game. During the fourth quarter a freshman fell down to his knees on the field after a play. After the paramedics looked at him, they stabilized his neck, placed him on a backboard, gurney and took him to the hospital for further tests. … Continue reading Prayer at Public School
Guest Post – Andrew McCown on Three Inspirational Stories
Do you have any stories that inspire you? I have several that inspire me. The first story is the story of Micaiah who is a prophet. The second story is the story of Esther who becomes Queen. My third and final story is the story of Stephen. The first story is about the prophet Micaiah. … Continue reading Guest Post – Andrew McCown on Three Inspirational Stories
Demonic Faith
James 2:19, "You believe that God is one; you do well. Even the demons believe--and shudder!" The faith of demons -- Demonic faith! Do you have it? Do you want such faith? What is Demonic Faith? James says any faith that does not act on behalf of God in Christ for the good of others … Continue reading Demonic Faith
What I Love About the Church
Over at The Preacher's Pen, Chris Gallagher is having a bunch of talented folk write about why they love the Church. He was gracious enough to allow me to join that group and lower the talent level. I originally decided not to read everyone else’s post so that their posts would not influence me or … Continue reading What I Love About the Church
Before and After
I have friends who love to restore old cars. I would love to join them in that hobby for two simple joys. One, I love old cars, and two, I love to see what a junker can become with a little tender care. But when someone does not continue to care for that restore car … Continue reading Before and After
Top Ten Ways to Destroy Your Local Church
From the road between my house and the study at Parrish Church of Christ comes this morning's Top Ten Ways to Destroy Your Local Church. 10. Gossip about fellow Christians to other church members. 9. Talk negatively about what "they" are doing down at "the church." 8. Do not support efforts (events) with your attendance and … Continue reading Top Ten Ways to Destroy Your Local Church
Come and See!
Here is your invitation to our Fall Series with Vance Hutton September 12-15. The theme is Practical Christianity in the Modern World. If you are in or will be near the Walker County, Alabama area on any of these days, please drop in and see us. Scott Click here for a .pdf flyer: Fall Meeting 2010
Paradise in Plasticine
Yesterday evening we watched a show on BBC America called, "James May's Toy Story" The episode title was, "Paradise in Plasticine." Plasticine is modeling clay that is oil based so that it does not dry out like water based clay. James May said, "Ever since William Harbutt, a teacher, invented Plasticine in the late 19th … Continue reading Paradise in Plasticine
