I believe that it is safe to say that we all think highly of ourselves. It is easy to believe that our opinions and preferences are the only ones that matter. This over-estimation usually reveals itself in personal conflicts with others. This is a trap that even the committed follower of Jesus Christ can fall… Continue Reading
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Rearview Mirror 3-30-2017
It was good for Caryl and I to get away for a few days with our daughter for “Spring Break.” The older I get the more I realize how precious these times are with family. We had a great time even though it did not stop raining! Ladies, just a reminder that our ladies will… Continue Reading
Rearview Mirror 2-9-2017
It sounds like everyone survived the snow storm this week. I am thankful that everyone is doing well. Hopefully this is the last storm before Spring. Just a reminder, if you have a need for help don’t hesitate to contact Pastor Joe. The Ministry Center, which normally has very stable power, may also be available in… Continue Reading
Rearview Mirror 1-26-2017
Let me encourage you to pray for those dealing with illness. It is one of those times of the year that a number of those we know and love are fighting something. This is not only a good time to pray but to also help out as your can. The big thing this week is… Continue Reading
Rearview Mirror 11-17-2016
Remember to pray for two church families that have lost loved ones over the past two weeks. Ann Marie’s mom, known as “Grannie” (Josephine Isaac), is now with the Lord and a service is being planned for early December. Also Steve F. father passed away this past week. I know that both families would appreciate… Continue Reading
Rearview Mirror 9-15-2016
It has been a busy week for me. It is good to get the “Endangered Relationships” mailer out. I want to say thanks to those that came by on Monday at 1:30 til about 3:30 to prepare over 28,000 mailers. This is a good time to mention the mailer to your family, friends and neighbors… Continue Reading
Rearview Mirror 8-4-2016
Well it is official. Caryl and I have entered the “EmptyNester” phase of life. This past week we dropped our youngest off at Corban University. We are excited for her as the Lord has opened the door for her to pursue her dream of playing soccer at the college level. We will not be empty… Continue Reading
Helping Others Experience Jesus
If you are like me, you love to share your life experiences. Now this sharing can be of those situations that are great and of those aspects that are bad. I have heard that people are more inclined to share a negative experience than a positive experience. It has also been said that we share… Continue Reading
Rear View Mirror 4-26-16
We just finished our “I Love My Church” series. I hope that it has been as much of a blessing and challenge for you as it has been for me. I know that my love for the local church has increased more through my studies. I am excited about what the Lord is doing at… Continue Reading
A Loving Church Community
We live in a world filled with fences. The purpose of a fence can be to keep something in or on to keep something out. Let me say that fences can be good. There is a saying that good fences make good neighbors. But, I wonder if this true for the relational fences that we… Continue Reading