It’s pretty easy to get calloused this time of year. Even if you’re trying your dead level best to be focused on the real reason for the season, it can become cloudy at times. Even the music – carols and hymns – can become white noise just happening in the[…]
I don’t like Mr. Hyde
Last evening was really weird. I had gotten home from a really great time at our Wednesday Night Disciple-Training time and things were pretty normal. The boys were still up and goofing around. We got them ready for bed and then it was time to crash. I didn’t realize how[…]
A Thought…
This is more question/poll than a typical post – what happens in a regular church worship service? That may seem like a strange question coming from a pastor, but I think it’s one that deserves some real conversation. I guess there are a couple ways of framing a question like[…]
12 years…
It’s been 12 years since the day that defined an entire generation. 12 years since nearly 3000 lives were abruptly brought to an end. 12 years since many have felt safe, secure and peaceful. 12 years of war…of terror…of seeking “justice.” 12 years of children who will never get to[…]
Does the Kingdom “move” you?
When I was growing up my family belonged to a growing Wesleyan Church in Pinellas Park, Fl. It was the days when the idea of mega-church was just starting to take root in the evangelical world. My family was all-in at this Church and most of my very fondest memories[…]
an interesting time
For the last several years I’ve had a hobby of sorts. My hobby is pretty unique – some might even say a little nerdy. The hobby has taken a LOT of my time, but it’s always been okay because my hobby and my vocation are connected. My hobby has been[…]
Prophetic or Pathetic
Normally, I’m not one to jump on other Christians for voicing opinions. I don’t like endless debate that doesn’t get anyone closer to really engaging or living into the Kingdom. I have friends who could debate a Christians “stance” on just about any issue we could think up (and I[…]
Salt and Manure
This morning I really didn’t want to go for my run. I woke up tired and sore. The alarm went off and the dogs were right in my face. For a minute, I thought they were even too tired to roll out of bed. After laying there for a bit,[…]
The Hope of Community
Last evening we had a hymn sing and ice cream social here in town. There were members from 3 different churches (possibly more) who all gathered to hear some tunes and enjoy a few “guiltless” calories. I grew up listening to the Gaither Homecoming Series with my grandmother. They were[…]
Praying for Rain
To say it has rained a lot the last few weeks might be an understatement. A neighbor of mine measures the amount of rainfall and said that last week we had 7 inches in just a few days. That’s a lot water! So to title a post “praying for rain”[…]