Today is the day of decision. Now is the time to choose. There may be a tomorrow. But why wait and chance to lose? What you decide this moment. Will impact the rest of your days. Focus on what is eternal. God is the one you should praise. Many think too much of … Continue reading Today
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Parable of the Mountain Lion
A mountain lion began his day thinking about what he would eat. As he prowled the mountainside looking for prey, he heard a rustling noise and soon began following the scent of a deer. His mouth watered, his heart-rate increased as he began contemplating the chase and the kill. Soon the scent of the deer mixed with another scent, … Continue reading Parable of the Mountain Lion
Why Some Leave the Church.
One of my earliest blog posts was on this topic. This is not a repeat of that post, but you can read the early post here. Today's post is simply a list of why some are Falling Away from Christ and the Church. Hearts not kept pure - Prov 4:23, "Keep your heart with all … Continue reading Why Some Leave the Church.
Who Cares?!?
At some point in each of our lives, we ask the question or at least think, "Who cares?". Maybe we are going through a stressful time or we are facing seeming insurmountable difficulties at work. I suppose we ask that question when we or a loved one struggles with health issues. When I talk with … Continue reading Who Cares?!?
It Was Pretend – or Was It?
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?
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
Driving Thought 