by joe | Aug 9, 2018 | Newsletter, Pastors Blog
I have talked to many people over the years that have been wronged. When I have spoken to them about the need to forgive, the response, “I could never forgive them!” And then they offer a reason such as, “I could never forget.” Another response might be “If I did they...
by joe | Aug 2, 2018 | Newsletter, Pastors Blog
I was recently asked “Why do I not have joy at work?” The question was driven by having to work with a difficult coworker. I think that most people have faced the challenge of working with others that make the workplace difficult. The collateral damage is that these...
by joe | Jul 26, 2018 | Newsletter, Pastors Blog
I have to believe that all of us want God’s blessing in our lives. I was recently reminded of Jesus’ guidance on how to be in that spot in our lives. Now, I am not talking about life without problems. I am talking about a life that that has peace that flows from...
by joe | Jul 19, 2018 | Newsletter, Pastors Blog
I was wondering, when was the last time that you were intentional about being kind to others? When was the last time you woke up in the morning and said I’m going to be kind to those that want to cut in line at the store? When was the last time you chose to be kind to...
by joe | Jul 12, 2018 | Newsletter, Pastors Blog
I have realized in my life how easy it is to become spoiled with the creature comforts of life. Take a minute to stop and think about how spoiled we have become in life. We often fail to see that we redefine our needs as wants. One of the characteristics I have...
by joe | Jul 6, 2018 | Newsletter, Pastors Blog
It seem like everyone today is fighting for respect. It seems like our culture is consumed with a focus that can be summed up by the sarcasm of a well-known comedian, “I get no respect!” This last week I was thinking about how should Jesus’ followers respect...
