I call the things I have mine. My car, my house, my yard, my paycheck, mine, mine, mine. But the truth is that someone else holds claim on what I call mine. A bank holds the mortgage on my house and yard, a different bank holds the title to my car, and government takes a … Continue reading All That I Have

According to an often forwarded email; here are supposed maintenance complaints submitted by US Air Force pilots and the replies from the maintenance crews. Having lived in and worked in an Air Force town and known both pilots and mechanics, I would not be surprised if these statements reflect actual log entries. Problem: "Left inside … Continue reading Problem Solved

When the Savior Comes B Scott McCown, October 16, 2017 When the Savior comes, will I be ready? When He returns to take us home? Will I be glad to see His arriving? Or will I run and hide in shame? Oh, Savior, Sustainer, Creator, Messiah; Lord of all and King of kings; You are the One calling … Continue reading When the Savior Comes

I was thinking this morning about one of my one of my favorite hymns — Nearer, Still Nearer (by Lelia N. Morris, 1898). I love this song for a couple of reasons: The words and music go hand in hand. This is not always the case with church songs. Some songs have great lyrics, but the … Continue reading What is Your Favorite?

Do you want to study the Bible? Do you know you need to study it more regularly? Do you want your Bible study to become more authentic and practical? Here are twelve life-hacks to improve your Bible Study. Put your Bible in an easily accessible place. Put it next to the couch or your favorite … Continue reading 12 Bible Study Hacks

Josh Gates has a degree in archeology and a thirst for adventure. You may know his name from his television show "Expedition Unknown." In that show Gates travels the world to archeological sites and remote villages trying to find clues to historical and mythical mysteries. The show is full of historical trivia, exotic locations, Gates' … Continue reading Dig Down & Dive In

I walked into the room and took a look around. It was a bright, cheerful room, decorated with Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory in mind. There were signs, directions, reminders, and assignments written on the white boards, on posters, and on the screen. Twenty-something fourth graders were busy unpacking their bags, getting seated, and … Continue reading Solving Your Problems

Here is a short video exploring the question, "Does God Care?" https://youtu.be/5bC1byres5A   -Scott

Yesterday evening we changed our normal routine at Central. Normally, we have a song, a few announcements, a prayer for the sick and the work at Central, a devotional thought, another song and then we dismiss to mid-week Bible classes. This usually takes 10-15 minutes. Yesterday, we spent extra time in prayer. We had a … Continue reading Time with God

Spend time in prayer today. -Scott