Monthly Archives: October 2014

THE STORY OF JESUS!

Let’s take another look in the following weeks at the story of Jesus, his brief life here on earth, his teachings and his relationships. We will begin with Matthew’s testimony but we must realize, of course that the story of … Continue reading

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MY GRANDMA…THE MODEL!

Yes, my Grandma Lacquement was a model, but not in the sense of parading down a fashion ramp in New York City with the latest style in clothing. She wore the spiritual clothing of compassion, gentleness, love, kindness, strength and … Continue reading

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WHAT’S YOUR MOTIVATION?

After many years in ministry I can truly confess that I take more joy in seeing those who I have worked alongside, mentoring them in the ways of the God, grow and mature beyond myself, working to pass on the … Continue reading

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THIS IS NOT THE TIME TO GIVE IN OR GIVE UP!

Pastor John longs to have a “heart to heart” talk with his congregations in person. His love for Jesus as Christ and his love for the people keeps him focused on the bottom line. Jesus is Lord and his teaching … Continue reading

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A PASTOR’S LOVE

As I read the opening of Pastor John’s second letter to his churches, I am stopped by the first words of love for his people God has put in his care. “My dear congregation, I, your pastor, love you in … Continue reading

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HELD FIRM!

In a game of tag, holding is not allowed. In football, holding is not allowed. You tag and run to keep from being tagged. In football, you tackle and defeat…all without holding your opponent to make the play, especially the … Continue reading

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CAN YOU HEAR ME? CAN YOU HEAR ME, NOW? YES!

There was a commercial from a cell phone company a few years back..before iphones!…with a question that became very popular. “Can you hear me?” Then the phone user would move to various locations and ask, again, “Can you hear me, … Continue reading

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WE’VE GOT THE POWER!! What??

WE’VE GOT THE POWER!! What??.

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WE’VE GOT THE POWER!! What??

John, the beloved disciple, writes God’s Word to us with power, revealing the power WE have available to us! Stop and think about it…we have God’s power, the kind of power that raised Jesus Christ from death to life, inside … Continue reading

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GOD AND LOVE…INSEPARABLE!

Let me simplify. That’s how I learn and internalize important information. In Oklahoma, where I grew up, there are some things that must go together: Biscuits and gravy, Bacon and eggs, garden green beans, new potatoes, with a little bacon … Continue reading

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