I saw the sunrise twice this morning! How did you manage that, you ask? No, I wasn’t in a plane; I didn’t pass through a time warp; It was a clear morning. I was on my way to Band of Brothers in Irvine, CA. Before I explain how I experienced this priviledge let me share … Read more
I’ve just added a new category for Men’s Ministry with links to two sources of discipleship ministries for men. Patrick Morley, (Man in the Mirror), has a weekly Bible Study that is broadcast every Friday morning. Past videos and audio files are available through the link. Band of Brothers is a Friday morning gathering of … Read more
“There is a God we want, and there is a God who is and they are not the same God. The turning point of our lives is when we stop seeking the God we want and start seeking the God who is.” – – Patrick Morley
Ray Kroc, as he was building the McDonald’s empire, is quoted as using the slogan, “As long as you’re green you’re growing. As soon as you ripen you start to rot.” Lord, keep me fresh and green!
Young people: Yours is not the first generation in whom the Holy Spirit has worked. Seniors: Ours is not the last.
While we need to strive for pure motives, we must be careful that our introspection doesn’t keep us from action. It is possible to be so concerned about untainted motives, so focused on why we would do something, that we fail to respond to God’s leading or delay until an opportunity is missed. When we … Read more
Last evening Lynda and I had the privilege of hearing Ryan Longnecker, (intern working with Bethany’s high schoolers) speak on post-modernism and the emerging church. One of several significant points he made was a quote from his room-mate’s dad. You can’t even say you disagree with someone unless you can state their side in terms … Read more
Romans – “Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ!” 1 Corinthians – “Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ!” 2 Corinthians – “Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ!” Galatians – “Grace and peace … Read more
A glance at the recipients of the Apostle Paul’s letters: Romans – “to all those loved by God in Rome, called to be saints.” 1 Corinthians – “to the church of God that is in Corinth, to those who are sanctified in Christ Jesus and called to be saints, with all those in every place … Read more
Here’s a quick listing of the way Paul identifies himself as he opens his letters. Romans – “From Paul, a slave of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle, set apart for the gospel …” 1 Corinthians – “From Paul, called to be an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God …” 2 … Read more
