The Summers of 1979-83(?), a number of congregations in the Pensacola area helped sponsor the Annual Southeastern Soul Saving Workshop on the campus of the University of West Florida. Part of the workshop was specifically for teens held at Gateway Church of Christ. 300 - 400 teens would listen to speakers like "Cool Joe" Beam, … Continue reading It Was Pretend – or Was It?
Christian living
In the World or Of the World
This is the outline I used for the sermon on Sunday, September 26, 2010. There were very favorable comments. The goal was to get us thinking about our relationship with the world and to challenge our adults and teens to live pure lives. - Scott We live IN the world but we are not OF … Continue reading In the World or Of the World
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
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
Who to Date?
First of all, I am married and who I date is a foregone conclusion. This is not about me. Enough disclaimers. This past weekend our young people attended the Southeastern Evangelism Conference at Decatur Hwy Church of Christ in Gardendale, Alabama. It was a really good event. There was a class for just the guys … Continue reading Who to Date?
King of the Sand Dune
Growing up near Pensacola Beach, Florida the sand dunes in this picture were a great place to play king of the mountain. If you were a child, you know the game. You climb the hill and defend your territory from all contenders. The only rule: do what ever it takes to stay on the top … Continue reading King of the Sand Dune
Being “P. C.”
What does the term P.C. bring to your mind? Do you think of the archaic term “privileged character?” Maybe you are old enough to think “personal computer.” Or if you are paying attention to the media over the last decade you think – “politically correct.” Combining the three terms into one sentence we could say … Continue reading Being “P. C.”
It was Just a Quarter.
The Quarter Several years ago, a preacher moved to a new town and a new work. Some weeks after he arrived, he had occasion to ride the bus from his home to the downtown area. When he sat down, he discovered that the driver had accidentally given him a quarter too much change. As he … Continue reading It was Just a Quarter.
What the Nuns Did
I heard on the radio this morning as I drove to my study about a group of Nun's who found an interesting way to raise money for the Catholic Church and their Convent. Their Convent is located near a natural mineral spring and this became the inspiration for their work. for $150 you can visit … Continue reading What the Nuns Did
Teeth Cleaning
Yesterday morning, I went for my sixth month dental appointment. I sat there having religious discussions, giving marital advice, and talking about child rearing while my mouth was wide open and Tracy was scraping my teeth. I do not have a fear of dentist, nor do I have issues with someone working in my mouth. I … Continue reading Teeth Cleaning
Driving Thought 