I remember vividly the first dirty diaper I changed. It was not until I became a grandfather. That’s right, the first dirty diaper I changed was as a grandparent. I know, I should have helped Sonja with our own children, but back in the day, the demarcation between “men’s work” and “women’s work” was much … Continue reading
When a problem comes your way, if your default is to look for an escape route, just know that you are sabotaging your life. The answer to your problems and difficulties is seldom running away, it is solving the problem. This will require growth on your part. And the good news is that grow doesn’t … Continue reading
Remember, when you give to your church you are not paying someone to do your work. Your minister is not like a lawn service or Cleaners that you hire to do chores that you don’t want to do or do not have the time to do. Of course, your pastor should be working, but he’s … Continue reading
John 10:1 (CEB) I assure you that whoever doesn’t enter into the sheep pen through the gate but climbs over the wall is a thief and an outlaw. Robber (lēstēs) = insurrectionist (Like Barabbas ), people who try to rule your life // change your loyalty Beware of people who are trying to take over your life; … Continue reading
2 Samuel 8:6b (NJB) Wherever David went, Yahweh gave him victory. 2 Samuel 11:1 (NKJV) It happened in the spring of the year, at the time when kings go out to battle, that David sent Joab and his servants with him, and all Israel…but David remained at Jerusalem. Somebody else can do your job (through … Continue reading
Date: July 13, 2014 Series: Lessons Learned at the Table with Jesus Today’s Sermon Title: Forget the Poor for a Minute Text: John 12:7-8 Thesis/Premise (The Propositional truth being presented): Nothing or no one can ever become more important to us than Jesus Christ. Mission Statement (What you need to know): As noble and necessary … Continue reading
John 1:6 (NKJV) There was a man sent from God, whose name was John. Recently while listening to a minister teaching I was struck by a statement he made; he asked, “Were you sent or did you volunteer?” Considering the fact that I lead a non-profit organization, volunteers are essential; I have the highest respect … Continue reading
The random ruminations of a man on the run. The goal is to run this race of life well, encouraging as many as I can along the way, and to eventually meet my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ and thank Him for the trip. (I am also prone to shamelessly brag on my perfect grandchildren.)
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