Every once in a while a thought crosses my mind that helps me see the world in a more accurate way. Let me back up . . . I like Sci-Fi from the original Star Trek series to the spin off series and movies, Star Wars (am looking forward to the new release), I like … Continue reading Aliens Among Us
Christian living
What do They See?
A few years ago a small project took place. Churches asked community members and professional researchers to come observe their assemblies and fill out a survey and evaluation form while posing as normal guests. Here is some of what they reported: Most members know only a small percentage of other members. This congregation seems to be mostly … Continue reading What do They See?
Ten Verses to Read
All of God's Word has value. Through His revealed Word God gives us what we need to know pertaining to life and godliness in living faithful to Him through His Son. With that understanding, clearly stated, I want to share with you ten verses I think are important for you to read and understand. These … Continue reading Ten Verses to Read
Who Do You Want to Be
In 2006, as I was completing a Masters' Degree in Ministry, our instructor (Paul Tarrence) assigned us at simple project; to reflect on the Man we Desired to be. I wrote this list then and keep in under the glass on the desk in my study. I use it to reflect on how I am becoming … Continue reading Who Do You Want to Be
I’m Just a Church Member
Many think since they went to school, they know how teachers ought to teach and will often tell teachers how to do their job. Similarly, since many people sit in church buildings and hear sermons they have advice for preachers. Here are actual statements to preachers. Some of these are things said to me. Speak up. Speak … Continue reading I’m Just a Church Member
The Christian’s Greatest … Part II
Yesterday we wrote about our Greatest Motivation as Christians. We defined that as LOVE. Today we move on to our Greatest Challenge. Our Greatest Challenge is Repentance. This challenge is not getting others to repent, but our own repentance. Part of the nation of Judah's problem was that they refused to repent, "Run to and fro through the streets … Continue reading The Christian’s Greatest … Part II
The Christian’s Greatest . . . Part I
I have three post planned this week about great things we have and face as Christians. This morning, let's look at our Greatest Motivation: Our Greatest Motivation is Love. Looking back into the prophets, Jeremiah reveals God's love, "My anguish, my anguish! I writhe in pain! Oh the walls of my heart! My heart is beating … Continue reading The Christian’s Greatest . . . Part I
Listen
I recently watched an episode of Dr. Who (Peter Capaldi / Series 8) in which the Doctor opens with a long soliloquy about listening. In fact the episode title was "Listen." The title alone started me thinking, "How well do we listen?" Do we stop and listen to the sounds of nature around us? Do … Continue reading Listen
Spiritual Defense: A Video Blog
Sharing my thoughts as I arrived at the Study this morning. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ti8uZAk1Mso Scott
Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness
This title comes from the second paragraph of The Unanimous Declaration of the Thirteen United States of America, "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness." What a … Continue reading Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness
