Our Revival continued yesterday evening with an challenging reminder from Brother Levi Sides. He reminded us of the Amazing nature of God's Grace. Through the years many appropriately defined Grace as God's unmerited favor toward us or in the form of this acrostic: God's Redemption (Riches) At Christ's Expense. Bro. Sides gave us a new … Continue reading Amazing!
Notes from our Revival
We are in the middle of our Fall Gospel Meeting at Parrish. This year our theme is "The Road to Revival." Our focus is to renew our own zeal and dedication. Levi Sides (pictured at right) is the guest speaker for this series of meetings. He presented three great lessons Sunday, and we are looking … Continue reading Notes from our Revival
Another Eye Chart
Philippians 4:4.Scott
Top Ten Human Relationship Tips
From the bottom of a pile of papers on my desk comes today's Top Ten Human Relationship Tips (a.k.a Top Ten Ways to Make Friends or Keep Them).10. Speak to people: There is nothing as nice as a cheerful word of greeting - Phil 1:39. Smile at people: Some suggest it takes 72 muscles to … Continue reading Top Ten Human Relationship Tips
Space, the Final Frontier
Just wanted to share a pic from yesterday's trip to Huntsville, Alabama. Amy and I took Andrew and his friend Hunter to the Davidson Space Exploration Center and Space and Rocket Museum. There was a lot to see and explore, if you ever get the opportunity stop in.I spent a little time reflecting on the … Continue reading Space, the Final Frontier
Larry and Lecil
This morning halfway through my walk I stopped at the local Veterans' Memorial and talked with Larry and Lecil. They have been friends since childhood and now are retired from underground mining. They had great stories to tell and some good advice to share. Their advice had to do with work and what they considered … Continue reading Larry and Lecil
Can You Read This?
hint: Psalm 118:24Scott
Recruiting Wars!
The following blog entry was the devotional thought presented by one of our young dads at Parrish Church of Christ; Jeremy Graves. Here is his message:Recruiting WarsIt is that time of year again - football. Most of you know that I love football. It is not just the game that I love, but I enjoy … Continue reading Recruiting Wars!
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 