I posted this graphic on Facebook for Central Church of Christ earlier this week. Since some of you may not follow Central or me on that social media platform, I thought I would ask you the question. This month in the United States is the Month of Thanksgiving. Yes, it is a specific day to … Continue reading The Art of Being Thankful

Temptation is a fact of life! There, I said it. The statement is true. We each face opportunities to do what is wrong, and many times we have the desire to see it through. Temptation! Even things that are for good purposes can become a snare toward evil. For instance, the desires that God placed … Continue reading That is Tempting

Grace.  You know the definitions.  Grace is unmerited favor.  Grace is God's Redemption At Christ's Expense. Grace is God doing for us, what we cannot do for ourselves. Grace.  I am all about that grace! 'Bout that grace, 'Bout that grace! Not guilty! (I should write a song.) Seriously, grace may be, at least in my estimation, a most important doctrine in the scheme of redemption. … Continue reading Grace is Grace

Throughout my 30+ years of ministry, I have had the privilege of immersing people into Christ and witnessing many others die to self and sin, be buried with Christ, and rise as a new person in Christ (Rom 6:3-6 / Gal 3:26-27). I have also collected stories about interesting things that happened during baptisms. One … Continue reading Baptism Stories

Everywhere I go, I hear Christians and Bible-minded people quoting passages of scripture or I see certain passages on signs, bumper stickers, or on personalized car plates (tags). At first glance these passages seem to be encouraging or seem to be full of promise. Yet, often, after a deeper look at the context of the … Continue reading What Does that Verse Say?

In his Handbook of Denominations in the United States, 5th Ed, <(Nashville:Abingdon Press), 1970.> Frank S Mead wrote, “There is a distinctive plea for unity at the heart of the [church title removed- bsmc] — a unity that is Bible based.  It is believed here that the Bible is the “beginning place” in and through which God-fearing people can … Continue reading To Be a Christian

I am firmly convinced that Satan loves division. One of his main weapons from the very beginning is to create division. He used lies to divide Adam and Eve from God and from the garden. He used jealousy to divide Cain and Abel and then Cain killed Abel. He uses things of this world and … Continue reading Are we United or Untied?

Some time ago I posted a question on a Social Networking Q&A site.  The question was, “What do you expect from your minister (preacher)?  Here are some of the answers I received: He is someone who is dedicated to following Christ. He cares more about people than image, he is a servant rather than a celebrity. He … Continue reading An Open Post to Preachers and Churches

Life is in 3D.  I am not talking about three dimensions, but three other "D's:" Disappointment, Disease, and Death. I know them well. I have faced them all at one time or another. Plans did not work out like I wanted, someone I looked up to let me down. Someone close to me suffered as they fought … Continue reading Break the Chains

Disclaimer: This is an opinion piece written by an extrovert based upon his observations of people. There is no claim to expertise. This is just one man's opinion. Do let me know what you think and what you see. Hello, my name is Scott and I am an extrovert. I have been an extrovert my … Continue reading Extroverts: Hush Up and Listen!