If It Doesn’t Kill You…

If It Doesn’t Kill You…

Maybe you have heard the saying: “What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger!” This saying can be attributed to the Secular Philosopher Fredrick Nietzsche who in 1882 authored the statement: “God is dead.” He believed that Christianity only weakened human potential and...
If It Doesn’t Kill You…

Uncovering My Anger Toward God

Decades ago a close pastoral friend of mine from our seminary days fell into marital unfaithfulness. Let us be reminded that the cost of sexual sin is never worth the damage it does in our lives and the lives of others. With that said, what stood out to me in this...
If It Doesn’t Kill You…

Rearview Mirror 1-22-25

I want to give a shout out to Dr. Stacey McClain for all his investment in our Introduction to Theology class. I want to thank each of you who are in the class. Thanks for the positive feedback about the blessing it has been to you. Superbowl Outreach! Connect with...
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Compounding Blessing!

I am sure that you have heard the term “compounding” as it relates to interest. It is one of the benefits of financial investments. It is a term that describes interest gained on the original principle and previously accumulated interest. You might have...
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God Wants Me Here!

     I am sure that all of us have asked the question: “Why am I here?” The question could be in regards to a specific situation in our lives or we could be asking it in a broader context regarding life itself. The question is really a question about the purpose of...
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Why Isn’t God Answering My Prayer?

     This is a question that I am sure you have asked yourself. Maybe you are asking it right now… It is a question that I’ve been asking recently regarding a prayer request for an additional staff position at our church, something that our church has also...
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Overcoming the Pain of Christmas!

  Tomorrow we will be celebrating one of the biggest holidays in our Nation. Yet, for many people it is not a Merry Christmas. It can be a difficult time for those struggling with medical issues, or those who have lost a loved one. Last week I even heard of someone...
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Serving with No Fear

  Recently I was presented with a deal related to a purchase. While considering it, my mind wrestled with the pros and cons of making the purchase. What nudged me over the edge was the offer of a great opportunity that I did not want to miss. I decided to make the...
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Stand Back…Give God Room to Work!

  I love having the grand kids around. There is something very special about doing things together. There are times when they are so interested in what is happening that they crowd too close, blocking any progress. They have to be reminded to stand back a little. The...
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Making My Time Count

  It never ceases to amaze me how time marches on! Just this morning I was discussing with my wife some of the items that need to be taken care of for Christmas. This discussion and my Bible reading this morning reminded me of our need to be intentional about how we...