by joe | Oct 16, 2024 | Newsletter, Pastors Blog
I am currently working on upgrading our church computer system which stores all our church files, the “file server.” While I do have an advantage as a computer guy, much has changed since our last upgrade 16 years ago. I have been surprised by how much I don’t...
by joe | Oct 9, 2024 | Newsletter, Pastors Blog
I was recently talking to someone about the Grand Canyon. Our conversation steered to a book about “Deaths in the Grand Canyon.” It is filled with stories of those who lost their lives in the Canyon, mostly because of poor choices. The one that touched my heart...
by joe | Oct 2, 2024 | Newsletter, Pastors Blog
One of the joys in my life is fixing stuff even if it is not always an enjoyable process. I’m reminded of the times when the parts clerk has looked at me with a blank stare when I asked for a whatchamacallit that spins around the thingamajig. It is during...
by joe | Sep 25, 2024 | Newsletter, Pastors Blog
It has been said that the best response to a person who justifies not attending church due to the hypocrisy is, “Yes, and there is always room for one more!” Truth be told hypocrisy is a systemic condition of the human race. One of the best definitions for...
by joe | Sep 18, 2024 | Newsletter, Pastors Blog
This offensive statement is not meant to be directed toward others but to myself. One of the greatest gifts we can give to ourselves is to shut up. I am speaking of taking control of our speech. If you have not considered that you need to control your tongue, I...
by joe | Sep 4, 2024 | Newsletter, Pastors Blog
It would be beneficial to hear ourselves talk. We may realize things about ourselves if we could hear our clone speaking and acting the way we do. If you have ever tried to evaluate yourself honestly, you know how hard it is to accomplish. What I think we might...
by joe | Aug 29, 2024 | Newsletter, Pastors Blog
These past couple weeks in Eastern Washington I noticed an increase in the number of trucks transporting apple bins. There were several occasions where we would be following behind these trucks delivering empty bins to the apple orchards. Having lived in the area...
by joe | Aug 20, 2024 | Newsletter, Pastors Blog
We are all faced with questions in every aspect of life. Like: “Where is the best place for Mexican food in town?” or “Who do you think is going to win the game?”. It seems like we are quick to give a response, even if we do not exactly...
by joe | Aug 16, 2024 | Newsletter, Pastors Blog
I have been spending a decent amount of my free time working on getting our 1997 boat back on the water. The project has reminded me of a temptation that is common with every “project in my life.” I throw solutions at the problem without knowing what is broken....
by joe | Aug 9, 2024 | Newsletter, Pastors Blog
The human heart is one of the most essential organs required for life. This fist-sized organ is responsible for circulating the 1.5 gallons of blood required to keep our bodies functioning. A resting adult heart rate often determines an individual’s level...
