Blog & Stories
November 1, 2025
STEWARDS OF GOD’S GRACE
When November comes around, stewardship is the topic that is often spoken of in many churches. Churches will have their pledge campaign for the year 2026 in full swing during this month. It is said that there is a drop in attendance in most churches since money is the main topic of discussion from the … Continue reading “STEWARDS OF GOD’S GRACE”
October 1, 2025
DESIRE RENEWAL OVER CHANGE
October is known for a few things, here are some to think about: the transition from the summer heat to the crisp and cooler air of Fall, the change of color on the trees, the pumpkin in the front porches of many homes, the pumpkin spice lattes at your local coffee store and the life … Continue reading “DESIRE RENEWAL OVER CHANGE”
September 1, 2025
New Beginnings
Summer is over and we stand at the threshold of another new school year for the children, a new semester for the young adults entering college or returning students and a new way of living and managing schedules for all of us. The scripture is filled with new beginnings and God’s role in it. I … Continue reading “New Beginnings”
July 1, 2025
YOUR “JOB” FOR KINGDOMS CAUSE
My apologies for continuing to speak and write about the life of Nehemiah. Some people make a “lasting impression”on our lives and that’s who Nehemiah has been for me. Talking to a friend yesterday I mentioned to him about reading Nehemiah for the retreat quiz and he had a “boat load” to say about him. … Continue reading “YOUR “JOB” FOR KINGDOMS CAUSE”
June 4, 2025
GRIEVE AS PEOPLE WHO HAVE HOPE
But we do not want you to be uninformed, brothers and sisters, about those who have died, so that you may not grieve as others do who have no hope. For since we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so, through Jesus, God will bring with him those who have died. 14 1 … Continue reading “GRIEVE AS PEOPLE WHO HAVE HOPE”
May 1, 2025
“DEVOTING” TO READ GOD’S WORD
Lent has come and gone, and we had a great time reading the Word of God together (during Lenten meditations); however, the discipline to read and study God’s word is never seasonal. If we are to grow as a church in worship, fellowship, and outreach, we must take the reading and studying God’s word seriously. … Continue reading ““DEVOTING” TO READ GOD’S WORD”
April 1, 2025
EASTER TRIDUM
My favorite season in the church’s liturgical calendar is the season leading to Easter, especially the last three days prior to Easter Sunday. I have such wonderful memories of this season. In Latin it is called Easter Triduum, meaning “Three Days.” The Triduum includes Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Vigil or Holy Saturday. Many … Continue reading “EASTER TRIDUM”
March 1, 2025
Our Lenten Journey of Hope
Journey is one of my favorite metaphors that describes life in general, our Christian Walk, and the lifecycle of a church. This metaphor is rich in its imagery. The one that is simple and yet profound is that in this journey there is a beginning and a destination. It really doesn’t matter where we begin … Continue reading “Our Lenten Journey of Hope”
February 1, 2025
Epiphany – Be Surprised
Unlike last year, we will have to wait another month before we begin the season of Lent. We are still in the season of Epiphany as we journey thru February. A textbook definition of Epiphany is a moment when you suddenly feel that you understand. In other words, it is that “aha” moment, a moment … Continue reading “Epiphany – Be Surprised”
