Monthly Archives: September 2021

September 10, 2021 · 6:09 am

Friday’s List To Live By #55: A Tribute To Dee Bowman

Yesterday, my friend, Dee Bowman passed from this life to go be with the Lord. He was a friend, mentor, and encourager to fellow preachers and brethren all across this nation.

My wife, Norma, along with Dee and his Norma have enjoyed many good times together for which we are thankful.

Dee was not only a powerful presenter of the Word but an excellent writer. In memory and honor of Dee, today’s list will feature various quotes and sayings from his books, Christianity magazine, and sermons throughout the years. Continue reading →

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September 9, 2021 · 8:30 am

9/11 Remembrance and Reflection

As I sit in the early morning darkness, listening to the falling rain and drinking a cup of coffee, I’m contemplating what words of encouragement, exhortation or admonition I will send out on my blog today.

As I glance at my computer calendar it reads 9/9/2021. Suddenly my thoughts change.

Just two days until I leave for a meeting in Marion, Indiana, with still much to do.

Then it hit me. Continue reading →

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September 8, 2021 · 4:08 am

A Passage To Ponder: Psalm 123

Warren W. Wiersbe, a well-known Bible scholar, and the author of over 160 books and Bible commentaries shared this motto from one radio listener sent him several years ago.

“Look at others and be distressed. Look at yourself, and be depressed. Look to God, and you’ll be blessed.”

“This may not be a piece of literature,” Wiersbe opined, “but it certainly contains great practical theology.” Continue reading →

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September 7, 2021 · 4:07 am

Who’s Really Barbaric and Inhumane?

Last week a new Texas law went into effect that Yahoo sports writer Shalise Manza Young, called, “barbaric.” “Inhumane.” “Nauseating.”

Furthermore, she urges the NCAA to deny Texas cities of Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio the right to host all men’s and women’s basketball tournaments and championship games for 2022 and all future years.

Failure to do so, Young argues, would show the NCAA and their leadership to be spineless and complicit  in supporting this “odious new law.”

If you’re following the news, you know what the outrage is about. If not, you’re wondering what terrible law the Texas legislature has enacted? Continue reading →

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September 6, 2021 · 4:09 am

Word of the Week: Work

“Thank you for working,” I said to the Cracker Barrel server on one of our recent trips.

She simply smiled and said nothing.

When she returned with our coffee, I asked her, “Do you know why I thanked you for working?”

“I guess you’re hungry,” she replied.

“Well, I am hungry,” I admitted. “But that wasn’t the reason.” Continue reading →

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September 5, 2021 · 5:05 am

Sunday Seed Thoughts: Worship Quotes

From my “worship folder,” here are a few seed thoughts to consider as we focus on attending Sunday worship services.

“Worship is a verb.” –Robert E. Webber

“As a verb, “worship” is active, not passive. Worship is not an event to be watched, but an activity to be joined.” Sheldon W. Sarge

“Leaders in worship should work to avoid mistakes and do their work effectively. But acceptable worship depends far more on the heart and attitude of the worshiper than on the abilities of leaders.” –Bill Hall Continue reading →

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September 4, 2021 · 4:04 am

Weekly Recap: August 29-September 3

Good morning from Beverly Hills, Florida

The past two weeks, I’ve had a relaxing break from the Pulpit.  It was enjoyable to hear fine lessons by Dave Schmidt at Southside in Ft. Meyers and Tommy Hagewood at Beverly Shores in Leesburg.

However, our schedule is full for the next two months.  I will be back preaching at the local congregation where we worship at the West Citrus Church tomorrow.  The next 8 weeks finds us with preaching appointments in Marion, Indiana, Cosby, Tennessee, Memphis, Tennessee, and Brooksville, Florida, as well as the West Citrus Church.  We’d love to see any of our readers if you are in those areas.  Check schedule tap for dates and places. Continue reading →

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September 3, 2021 · 4:03 am

Friday’s List To Live By #54

In J.J. Turner’s little book, God’s Way To The Top is a seemingly unlikely and out-of-place chapter in book encouraging positive attitudes entitled “The Power of Negative Thinking.”

Turner suggests “Man is like a battery; he can’t operate without a positive and negative.” He points out that the Bible contains many negative commands and statements, when observed and obeyed, produce a positive result in our lives.

Slightly adapted from Turner’s book, here are 10 that will bless you. Continue reading →

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September 2, 2021 · 8:03 am

Three Lessons From a Man Raised by Homosexual Parents


“I never want to be a Christian,” declared Caleb Kaltenbach.

Kaltenbach, whose parents divorced when he was two years old, both went into same-sex relationships. As a result, he was raised by homosexual parents who were LGBT activists.

In a story by Christian Post, Op-ed contributor, Billy Hallowell, stemming from his podcast interview, he relates Kaltenbach’s spiritual journey. Continue reading →

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September 1, 2021 · 8:55 am

A Passage To Ponder: 1Corinthians 6:9-11

Eric Carle is the author and illustrator of a very cute and clever children’s book The Very Hungry Caterpillar.

The story is about a caterpillar whose voracious appetite could never be satisfied. He was always hungry. Always eating, day after day. Never filled.

But one day something changed. Continue reading →

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