What a joy it was to lead the special church conference this evening in the consideration of the 50th Anniversary Project. I had felt that there was a positive feeling about…
A key idea behind the two service system
I’ve written a new essay explaining a fundamental change in thinking that is needed in smaller churches if they are to successsfully fulfill the great commission in the area of service to which…
Is the New Menu Working?
I am experimenting with the ability of my Word Press Theme to include a custom menu. For the spring I have created a menu for the Winds of Refreshing emphasis. I will…
Spring means counting robins
What says spring like counting the returning birds? Last weekend, I went for my neighborhood walk (about 1 mile each way) and counted robins. I was rejoicing to report a total of ten. The…
Help in seeking God – a testimony
Ever since we have set our hearts on seeking God together, it seems that I have been supernaturally aided in my searching. 1. God has helped me to have the heart to…
A recommended way to help Japan
Sometimes people ask a pastor for a good charity to give to in a crisis such as the one in Japan. I sent a donation today to World Vision, an excellent Christian…
The simplest and most compelling reason for seeking God
Here are two sections by E. Stanley Jones from a daily devotional book I highly recommend. I have followed them with my own conclusion. Truly you are a God who hides himself,…
Encouragements for Seeking God – Reaching for Higher Thoughts and Ways
“For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares the Lord. “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways…
Encouragements For Seeking God — We Need Jesus’ Companionship
A classic devotional from Charles Spurgeon on why we need to spend time with God “Abide in Me.” John 15:4 Communion with Christ is a certain cure for every ill. Whether…
birds returning
Grackle on my bird feeder this noontime in spite of the piles of snow!