How Well are Young People Being Educated?
The future of our young people is bright. Despite what is in the news and in various media outlets, the future of our children is bright. Over our young people’s lifetime, they have seen advances in the field of medicine, technology, and industry quicker than any other generation. The advances are happening quickly and major…
#MondayMotivation and 5 Things
It’s Monday again. It is raining, but the rain should never trouble us, but we should realize it is a blessing. Rain should not make us frown, but allow us to smile. Consider this picture and quote I say on the Law of Attractions Instagram. 5 Things I Learned Last Week 1 – People need…
What Does the Bible Say about Social Media?
You must admit, social media has taken the world by storm. Its presence in the lives of people across the globe is growing every day and businesses have grown and shrunk due to social media engagements. Considering the growth of social media and its future, what does the Bible say about social media? Today, you…
Sermon Starter Outline – Hebrews 10.25
Are you struggling with an idea for a Sunday morning? Maybe you need a short outline to help in your personal study? If so, here is a short outline that you can use to develop your thoughts for an outline. You might divide this outline up by using each point for a separate outline. How…
Rewards of Christian Families – Part #1
All of us want the best for our families; both spiritually and physically. Our families are, typically, the closest people to us on the Earth and the love us despite our faults. Because of our relationship, we want the best for our families and, many times, we will go out of our way to help…
#MondayMotivation and 5 Things I Learned from Last Week
It is a chilly, rainy Monday around this area. Today looks to be a good day to settle down in some research or one of the many books on the “to read” list. Days like this are so relaxing. I never consider them gloomy, but a time to relax and review what is important. Below…
UPDATED: Six Concerns I have About Your Congregation (a Visitor’s perspective)
Several years ago, my family and I took a month sabbatical from ministry for refreshment and relaxation. The purpose of the sabbatical was to step away from ministry and spend time in the word gaining a much-needed refreshment. As a minister, you spend your time teaching and helping others and rarely do you get time…
Sermon Starters for February 6, 2018
Each week, preachers face a daunting task of speaking to people of every age and background seeking to assist each one of them in following Jesus better than they had the previous week. It is a job of encouragement, correcting and motivating to keep pressing on in the world. Upon the responsibility, tack on the…
Super Bowl Sunday 2002
Since the football season and the Super Bowl is now past, I thought I would share with you how one particular Super Bowl changed my passion for life. My passion changed because God was gracious. In 2002, I sat in the cardiac critical care unit of the Jackson-Madison County Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee watching the…
#MondayMotivation and 5 Things I Learned from Last Week
It’s Monday again. Some love it; some hate it. Some enjoy starting their work week and others are ready to get it over with quickly. I guess it all depends on attitude, your view of work and the life you are living. I happen to enjoy Mondays for a variety of reasons. Monday are my…
