Author Archives: randscallawayffm

We use the word if many times each day.  If I get to it, then I’ll do it.  If you do this then I can do that.  If food is bought a meal can be made.  If money comes in … Continue reading →

A visit from a loved one is so special! The arrival of someone you care about is such a joyful experience.  We always plan fun activities with this dear friend or family member who we haven’t seen in ages as … Continue reading →

You are here, moving in our midstI worship You, I worship YouYou are here, working in this placeI worship You, I worship YouYou are here, moving in our midstI worship You, I worship YouYou are here, working in this placeI … Continue reading →

Years ago, one of my tasks in full time ministry was to plan the yearly denominational event where representatives came in to praise, worship, learn, and grow in Jesus.  If attenders didn’t know Jesus, they were given an opportunity to … Continue reading →

A better question to ask ourselves these days might be, “What do we expect of Jesus?”  Mankind is so fickle.  A man or woman will “try” Jesus expecting a 30-day guarantee of a miraculous, trouble free, no pain life or … Continue reading →

At first reading it disturbs our thinking because we have been taught that “God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” (John 3:16) … Continue reading →

“If the godly give in to the wicked, it’s like polluting a fountain or muddying a spring.” Proverbs 25:26, NLT These are questions I ask as the enemy of the world continually tries to pollute my air, water, and food … Continue reading →

Creation is truly a place of wonder and beauty to me.  I love road trips over majestic mountains.  I marvel in the valleys where rich soil causes growth.  It gives me peace and enjoyment to walk through beautiful gardens that … Continue reading →

If you are full or part time, or a volunteer who serves God’s people lovingly and selflessly who have needs and more needs, you identify with the beginning of Mark’s story well.  “Come off by yourselves—let’s take a break and … Continue reading →

Every story has a “back story.”  Here is the Truth of how God demonstrated His love for us through the pregnancies of Elizabeth and Mary. “Then an angel of the Lord appeared to him, standing at the right side of the … Continue reading →