Monthly Archives: July 2024

What will be our final words to the ones we love the most?  What will we say that will encourage them to stay and cling to what they were taught of God, Jesus who laid down His life for ours, … Continue reading →

If we know a rain storm is coming, we might carry an umbrella.  If we know strong winds will blow cold, we put on a coat before going outside to face the elements.  If I know an ice storm is … Continue reading →

Give of your best to the Master;Give of the strength of your youth;Clad in salvation’s full armor,Join in the battle for truth. (Hymn written by Howard Grose) As I look back over the years of ministry, working alongside some wonderful … Continue reading →

In the “old days,” (yes, I’m going there), we used to write letters to friends who moved away or were on a trip that took many days away from us.  If fact, as soon as we said our last goodbyes … Continue reading →

Capture the Flag was a popular night game at some the youth camps we directed years ago.  Two or more teams each have a flag and the objective is to capture the other team’s flag, located at the team’s “base” … Continue reading →

To Tell the Truth is an American television panel show. Four celebrity panelists are presented with three contestants (the “team of challengers”, each an individual or pair) and must identify which is the “central character” whose unusual occupation or experience has been read aloud by … Continue reading →

We all would like to be physically fit; but wanting it without doing something about it doesn’t make it so.  We might study fitness and talk often about what it takes to be fit; but only talking and studying it … Continue reading →

Who do we follow as leaders?  Who do we enjoy serving alongside?  What do we look for as we follow certain individuals?  What draws us to some people who seem destined to lead?  What characteristics do we look for in … Continue reading →

“So do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. But seek first his kingdom and his … Continue reading →

“Christians are quite serious in believing that when they gather together for worship and work, God is present and sovereign, really present and absolutely sovereign.  God creates and guides, God saves and heals, God corrects and blesses, God calls and … Continue reading →