A few years ago, I shared this list I heard from Vance Hutton. I ran across it the other day and decided that it is worth a second share. 10. You have a God to glorify. 9. You have a Savior to imitate. 8. You have a Soul to protect (save). 7. You have a … Continue reading Thoughts to Consider

He was out of his mind crazy! You know the scene; You know of that person who is not just different, but certifiable. They talk to themselves and give answers. Their demeanor, if not their words say, "Stay away!" You and I both have seen them and maybe interacted with them.  I once watched as a … Continue reading Turning Turmoil to Peace

According to the researchers at B.R.I. (Bathroom Reader Institution).  The delicacy knowns as lobster has an interesting story.  The following is from Uncle John’s Endlessly Engrossing Bathroom Reader, (Bathroom Readers’ Press:Ashland, OR) 2009. “Lobster may taste like shellfish (crab, shrimp), but it looks like an insect.  And technically, it’s an arthropod – more closely related … Continue reading Not What you Thought it Would Be

Roxanne and Chris (the on air personalities on WDJC 93.7) asked the following question this morning: "Do you think we need social media etiquette for Christians? How should believers showcase Jesus on-line?" We all know people who have ranted on Facebook or via 140 characters on Twitter with words that inflame. We all know those … Continue reading Christianity on Social Media

You and I, I speak for myself, need to practice humility. James records, "But he gives more grace. Therefore it says, "God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble." Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Draw near to God, and he will draw near to … Continue reading Humility #onewordstudy

  Father, Sometimes I get frustrated, losing my cool when things don't go my way. Sometimes, I rush into a plan and don't take time to pray. Sometimes, I neglect to include You in all the events of my day. Sometimes, to the snares of the devil, that foe of old I fall prey. Please forgive. … Continue reading My Prayer

I once read the following sermon titles: "What on Earth are You Doing for Heaven's Sake?" and "What on Earth is Worth Going to Hell For?"  I did not hear or read the sermons but I think I can guess what the main ideas were. I am asking, "What on Earth is going on?" What is … Continue reading What on Earth?!?

Our word for last week was Self-Control. A lack of self-control is the beginning of our individual downfall. Not being n control of my desires and actions can destroy me, by relationships, and my family. This irresponsibility can and does destroy homes, churches, and negatively impacts nations. We need to get a grip on ourselves. I … Continue reading Taking Control

The Inspired writer says, "Now the works of the flesh are evident: sexual immorality, impurity, sensuality,  idolatry, sorcery, enmity, strife, jealousy, fits of anger, rivalries, dissensions, divisions, envy, drunkenness, orgies, and things like these. I warn you, as I warned you before, that those who do such things will not inherit the kingdom of God." (Gal 5:19-21). … Continue reading What’s the Point?