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Author Archives: pastorkemp
You be the prod
Winston Churchill is one of my favorite historian figures. Some would argue that he single handedly saved the free world during World War II. They could build a good case. One of the secrets to Churchill’s extraordinary impact was his passion for action. He didn’t sit around and wait to see what others would do. … Continue reading
When Your Priorities Keep being Moved to the Back of the Line
Back in the day I had a jeweler in my church. In addition to having a traditional showroom where jewelry was sold, he also had a thriving repair business which was handled mostly by his two sons. He also had a daughter. On one occasion his daughter needed a treasured piece of jewelry repaired but, … Continue reading
Free from Guilt!
Years ago I was challenged to “think with my pen”. (That shows how long ago it was; we seldom use pens anymore. Now is is “Think with you keyboard.” But anyway, I drift…) So, writing my blogs is something I truly enjoy just for the exercise of working through things that are on my mind. … Continue reading
Let the Need Drive the Direction
Lesson: Let the need drive the direction. Occasion: Saturday Briefing for Ministers Date: October 24, 2020 ___________________________________ The preacher runs the risk of two extremes. First extreme: Life turns into a series of Sundays. Example: It’s like your daily commute – after awhile you stop seeing the beauty and all you’re doing is trying to … Continue reading
I’m sitting this one out.
In my prayer journal I like to include little daily “kick-in-the-pants” motivational sayings to remind me to get up and get going with my day. One that shows up several times throughout the year is: Lead or follow…or get out of the way. I’ve been challenged by that little kick in the pants many times. … Continue reading
Watering the lawn in the rain
I remember a few summers ago going through a mini-rainy season. Where I was living at the time was not supposed to have rainy seasons in the summer. Summer was a time for sun and fun. But not during that week of overcast skies and pelting rain. After about three days, I had had enough, … Continue reading
Reasonably Controlled Chaos
If a good day for you means you were in control and most everything worked out the way you planned it, then buckle up…you’re probably in for a rough ride. This does not mean you do not plan and prepare. Neither does it mean you throw up your hands and quit when emergencies and crises … Continue reading
Don’t worry, I got it.
The other day I was thinking about a weeklong event I conducted years ago at a church I pastored. Each night we gave out a program. There something I have learned about programs, they’re nice when you need them, but they are mostly worthless when the program is over and most people trash them … Continue reading
An attempted Dairy Queen repeat
My wife is an amazing woman. Last year, when her birthday came around, I asked her where she’d like me to take her for her birthday dinner and, much to my surprise, she said, “Dairy Queen.” I would have taken her to the finest restaurant available, but Dairy Queen it was. We had a wonderful … Continue reading
