The Psalmist reminds us that "Children are an heritage from the Lord . . ." (Ps 127:3). God blesses us with children and give us the responsibility to raise them up to be His good stewards (cf. Eph 6:4). Here are some ideas on what we can give our children to help them on their way: A … Continue reading What We Should Give Our Children
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Oh, How the Father Loves His Children
This print hangs on the wall in my study. When I look at the print, my eyes focus on the center of the scene where the father walks hand in hand with a young boy. I do not know what Washington Irving had in mind with this part of the scene, but I am … Continue reading Oh, How the Father Loves His Children
Vacation Bible School 2010
Our VBS at Parrish Church of Christ is now in the history books. We still have some follow-up work to do, but the event is behind us. This year we Journeyed to Egypt with 'Bama Jones' and Dug into the Life of Joseph. We learned about Joseph's trust in God and how God took care … Continue reading Vacation Bible School 2010
Journey to Egypt
Joseph, Joseph (lyrics: Scott McCown / tune: Louie, Louie) Chorus: Joseph, Joseph; Don’t you know; God was with his life. Yeah, yeah, yeah! (I said) Joseph, Joseph; Don’t you know; God was with his life. Yeah, yeah, yeah! Verse 1: Joseph loved his colorful coat; But to his brothers he seemed to gloat. They threw … Continue reading Journey to Egypt
Singing and Understanding
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
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!
Care for the Demanding
We had a Tom Cat named Boots, he is a roamer, we are not sure where or if he is at this moment. We also had a stray, Little Bit, who adopted us and had two litters of kittens before she died defending the second set from a pack of stray dogs. Of her litters … Continue reading Care for the Demanding
Raising Great Kids!
(At left: My son Andrew and his cousin Katy explore a drainage ditch in Grayson, KY)Paul tells parents, " . . . do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord." Eph 6:4 (English Standard Version)HOW can we do this?I find a method in the … Continue reading Raising Great Kids!
Larry and Lecil
This morning halfway through my walk I stopped at the local Veterans' Memorial and talked with Larry and Lecil. They have been friends since childhood and now are retired from underground mining. They had great stories to tell and some good advice to share. Their advice had to do with work and what they considered … Continue reading Larry and Lecil
Pasta and Pen-Pals
Just over a month ago our nephew, Daniel Howell, who preaches in Sweet Water, TN told us about Pasta and Pen-Pals. Here is how it works. Once a month volunteers get together at for a Pasta Dinner. After dinner, each person writes a letter to fellow Christians who are struggling with issues that are keeping … Continue reading Pasta and Pen-Pals
Driving Thought 