I know. It’s easier to just ignore them. But Jesus didn’t give us that option. And no matter how we try to justify it or excuse it or look over it, they are still there. They are in our mail, on our TV and pasted all over the edges of our web browser. I’m talking …
It was an “unusual” dentist’s visit today. I slid into my normal spot in the chair and was greeted by a new face, not the normal young lady who does my cleaning. Immediately, the lady noticed my black (and blue and yellow) eye from the fall last weekend. She chirped, “Said the wrong thing to …
I remember Evander…even though it’s been 20 years. Yeah, I’m talking about Evander Holyfield. I was coaching football at the time. Our team had been invited to the state capitol in recognition of the state championship we had won that fall. On the way home, we stopped off at a mall just south of Atlanta …
It’s true…pastors don’t fly nor do they bounce very well. I can attest to both. After missing a step and taking a spill off of a ten foot ladder this weekend, there is no doubt in my mind that it’s probably a good idea for me to stay as close to the ground as possible. …
Can I tell you one of my pet peeves? Since I didn’t hear anyone say “no”, I’ll continue. I hate it when you’re watching previews at the movie theater and they run a preview for what looks like a hilarious movie. For thirty to sixty seconds, the trailer itself has you rolling on the floor. …
Yesterday, as part of our message on the Christian discipline of meditation, I asked our people to write down their top three worries and bring them forward as part of our response/offering time. I was trying to share that the only way we can really hear from God is if we empty our minds of …
The laws of nature. Webster’s Dictionary defines it this way: “A body of law or specific principle held to be derived from nature and binding upon human society in the absence of or in addition to positive law.” You know what I’m talking about–basic principles that apply to mankind universally unless something else intervenes. For …
Your favorite things. Quick…what comes to your mind? Don’t think about it. What are the first visions that pop into your head when you read that phrase. Is it people, hobbies, a favorite vacation spot or a particularly delightful food you enjoy? If you’re like most people, it’s a myriad of things that fill that …
Here’s your worthless information of the day. http://www.accessatlanta.com/celebrities-tv/wisconsin-dad-133892.html?cxntlid=thbz_hm It seems as though this family has become extremely adept at spitting…crickets. That’s right? Crickets. Now, I have to be honest with you. My first thought upon reading this article was not, “I wonder how far they spit it?” Nor was it, “I wonder if I could …
I’ve been a parent now for 14 years (and then some). With every year that passes, every new event that I move through with my kids, I am learning more and more about God and how much He loves me (and, yes, puts up with me). I don’t think it’s a mistake that one of …