Monthly Archives: June 2025

June 18, 2025 · 6:48 am

John 1:1-14–The Word

Billy Sunday once said in a sermon that there are 256 names given for Jesus in the Bible. Then he added, “I suppose this was because He was infinitely beyond all that any one name could express.” Sunday’s comment reminds me of an observation made by Ralph Waldo Emerson who said that Jesus’ name “is not so much written as ploughed into the history of this world.”

I’ve been working on a series of lessons for the Wellandport VBS about the names of Jesus based on material from Apologetics Press. The five we’ll be studying are Messiah, Nazarene, Lord, Almighty, and Savior. I wish we could have a sixth lesson from today’s text Continue reading →

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June 17, 2025 · 6:47 am

What’s On Your Bucket List?

Kevin Michael McKeehan, better known by his stage name TobyMac, is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer.

The “Christian artist” was recently asked in a news conference what are some things on his bucket list. In other words, what are the dreams and goals he hoped to achieve before he died. Continue reading →

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June 16, 2025 · 7:00 am

Guarding Your Zeal Against Distractions

I recently read about a young man who was driving home late one night on a quiet country road. He had traveled the route many times and knew every turn, sign, and intersection. Confident and relaxed, he turned up the music, pulled out his phone to check a message, and thought, “Just a quick glance—it’s no big deal.” Continue reading →

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June 14, 2025 · 6:03 am

Weekly Recap: June 9-13

Greetings from Beverly Hills, FL

From Pre-op, to Norma Jean’s surgery, to Post-op, this has been quite a week.

Norma’s last surgery, in fact her last hospital stay, was 52 years ago when Kenny was born. So, for us, this was new territory. Thankfully, the surgery was successful. And the one unspoken concern, which we never verbalized to each other, was what pathology would find from the fibroid. What a relief to hear the surgeon say it was negative. Norma’s recovery is typical of most Parkinson’s patients. But she is making slow and steady progress each day. Continue reading →

Mission

Today’s facebook Friday features a post from my friend and preaching colleague, Wilson Adams.

Wilson’s newsfeed hasn’t been automatically appearing on my page lately. So, I had to look for it. Turns out I’ve been missing some really good stuff, which is no surprise. Wilson’s an excellent writer with a special gift.

This post is short. But packs a powerful, penetrating message about mission. Continue reading →

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June 12, 2025 · 6:54 am

What Does the Bible Say?

The Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) is holding their annual meeting this week in Dallas. On Tuesday, as reported by Kate Shellnutt in Christianity Today magazine, several resolutions were passed with little or no debate that many today would dispute. Continue reading →

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June 11, 2025 · 7:04 am

1 Thessalonians 5:11- The Ministry of Encouragement

This past Sunday I preached a lesson entitled “Disciples Bear Burdens.” One of the points I made was that we bear one another’s burdens through encouragement.

In studying for the lesson, I found this great quote by author David Jeremiah. Continue reading →

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June 9, 2025 · 4:09 am

Guarding Your Zeal Against Complacency

Have you ever read the story of the lighthouse keeper? There are several versions, one goes like this.

Years ago, along a rugged stretch of coastline, there stood a small but vital lighthouse. It was manned by a faithful lighthouse keeper named Elias, who took great pride in his duty. Every evening, he would carefully trim the lamp, clean the lens, and ensure the light burned brightly through the night, guiding ships safely past the jagged rocks. Continue reading →

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June 7, 2025 · 4:07 am

Weekly Recap: June 2-6

Greetings from Beverly Hills, FL

Last Saturday, I sent out a special post with a prayer request for my wife, Norma Jean. In it are the details of some recent health issues. The response has been incredible. Thanks to all of you have sent messages, cards, and called. Norma is greatly encouraged by the outpouring of your love, concern, and prayers. We both thank you very much. Continue reading →

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June 6, 2025 · 4:06 am