The word “imitate” means to take on the characteristics of someone or something. The imitation never fully rises to the original’s authenticity but makes that its goal. In 1 Cor 11:1, Paul writes this encouragement, “And you should imitate me, just as I imitate Christ.” Imitation comes through both words and action. This could beContinue reading “Imitate”
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A Happy Little Ditty from Hell
Fear is real! Fear is rational. Fear is irrational. Fear causes pain. Fear causes anxiety. Fear is a part of life. It can raise its head without warning…one phone call…one conversation…one moment can shift us from a place of peace to a place of fear. God does not want us to be controlled by fear,Continue reading “A Happy Little Ditty from Hell”
In AD 341
I believe is more than two words. It is a statement that defines who we are as a people or who we are as an individual. I believe cats are cute but snobbish creatures that seek to kill us in our sleep. I believe celery is among the most disgusting tastes. I believe Ronald ReaganContinue reading “In AD 341”
But I’m Innocent
Over the past few weeks, we have examined several relationship issues, including navigating conflict, preserving unity, and spiritual attacks. There is a part of us that recognizes that we may deserve something that directly results from our actions or attitudes. But what if you are innocent? False accusations can take many forms, from minor attitudesContinue reading “But I’m Innocent”
Life is a Fight!
Bump……bump, bump, bump…..bump, bump, bump…..bump, bump, baaaaaaa! Bump……bump, bump, bump…..bump, bump, bump…..bump, bump, baaaaaaa! And now you have the theme song from Rocky III, Eye of the Tiger, stuck in your head. You can thank me later. Life is a fight. We are fighting from the moment we take our first breath until the momentContinue reading “Life is a Fight!”
Sacred Accountability
After several weeks of travel, I am happy to be back in the grove—almost. Today’s blog is an adaptation of this past Sunday’s sermon. It is not uncommon for us to hear the word accountability. We recognize the importance of people around us who help us remain accountable. That might be accountability in our work,Continue reading “Sacred Accountability”
I Need the Holy Spirit
Adapted from my sermon on Pentecost Sunday, 2024. Before we come to Christ, our greatest need is salvation. Once we have made that decision and surrendered our lives to Jesus, Our Greatest Need becomes the Holy Spirit’s daily activity. We need the Holy Spirit to become even more active in us as we grow inContinue reading “I Need the Holy Spirit”
Doors
I love doors. I know that’s an odd thing to like. I find the craftsmanship and variety beautiful. Doors also represent hope…something new and exciting on the other side. They may also represent something familiar and inviting. Think of a Christmas wreath hanging on your loved one’s front door. You know that there are amazingContinue reading “Doors”
Change Is Needed
I am not a person who finds change difficult. I see change as exciting. Don’t get me wrong, I don’t want to find a new career every few months, but I love the progress that change brings. We have a new grocery store opening at the entrance to our subdivision. I could not be moreContinue reading “Change Is Needed”
Control
Its hands tightly gripped my neck. There was no place to go. I saw no way out. The room was dark except for a lightbulb blinking on the far side. I could not tell if I was above or below ground. All I knew was fear—fear of how this would end, fear of what IContinue reading “Control”
Through Time 