This story is from 9 years ago in McDermott, Ohio. You may remember reading about these events at the time. Jake Porter entered this world suffering from chromosomal fragile-X syndrome. Jake was a special needs student. He could not read and could barely scratch-out his name with a pencil. Jake loved football and he faithfully … Continue reading Better than the Win!
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Customer Satisfaction
Like many others, I held a part time job during high school. I had the privilege of working in the restaurant industry as a busboy, cook, and butcher at the Western Steer Family Steakhouse on Mobile Highway in Pensacola, Florida. (That location closed in the mid-'90's.) In my two years at The Steer … Continue reading Customer Satisfaction
Thoughts on the Second Mile
Matt 5:38-41, "You have heard that it was said, 'An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.' But I say to you, Do not resist the one who is evil. But if anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to him the other also. And if anyone would sue you and … Continue reading Thoughts on the Second Mile
An Attitude of Gratitude
Every now and then preachers get opportunities to speak at other congregations. Many congregations in our area have "Summer Series" where they have visiting speakers each Wednesday night. I have had the opportunity to speak at a few of these each summer. Sometimes there are responses, other times just comments after the lesson. Recently, I … Continue reading An Attitude of Gratitude
Driving Thought 