Category Archives: Weekly Recap

Greetings from Citrus County, FL

It’s good to be back this week after our annual anniversary blogging break. Thank you all for the many kind “Happy Anniversary” wishes.  We appreciate it.

During the break, I came across a Facebook story about a man who prayed and complained about his wife, saying God had changed her into a goddess.  I published it on yesterday’s Facebook Friday.  If you missed it, I recommend you read it; it has a great story with a compelling moral.  It might also be the answer to the question, “How do you stay married for 58 years?” Continue reading →

Greetings from Beverly Hills, FL

Today is National Happiness Day, so says the National Calendar of unusual and little-known holidays.  The calendar also says it’s National Whataburger Day.  No doubt the two “holidays” go together.  Anyway, in its honor, here’s an extra post from the past about Choosing Happiness with a real-life example from a friend of mine from bygone days.  So, to help you celebrate today, click this 2013 post, Happiness is a Choice. Continue reading →

Greetings from Beverly Hills, FL

We’re back!

Our annual summer trip to Ontario, Canada, was shorter than usual, but no less important and profitable.  Continue reading →

Greetings from Welland, Ontario, Canada!

It’s great to be back in Canada, reconnecting with dear friends and brethren, enjoying the best gelato this side of Italy, and sharing God’s Word with some very special people.

On Sunday, we pick up the pace with the start of the Wellandport VBS. I’ll be preaching and teaching the adult class, using this year’s sports theme, “Developing the Heart of a Spiritual Champion.” Together, we’ll consider five essential qualities of a spiritual champion: Discipline. Perseverance. Teamwork. Focus. And Passion. Continue reading →

Greetings from Welland, Ontario, Canada

This summer marks our 8th year in Canada, working with the Wellandport brethren and other Canadian churches as opportunities arise.

Norma Jean and I have been richly blessed by our association with these wonderful brethren.  They are kind, encouraging, and, most of all, dedicated to Kingdom work, regardless of the circumstances, challenges, or setbacks they may encounter. Continue reading →

Greetings from Beverly Hills

It’s great seeing new readers sign up for ThePreachersWord.  And it’s especially exciting to see so many hits from other countries this week,’

Following the USA, the hits were Taiwan, China, and the Philippines.  Welcome!  Hope you will continue reading and sharing our little blog with your friends, relatives, and fellow countrymen. Continue reading →