Horrific. Tragic. Abhorrent. These words all have been used to describe the deadly Colorado theater shootings over the weekend. 12 people have died and 58 were injured at the hands of this murdering madman. Certainly our prayers are for the victims and their families. Continue reading
How Do You Explain Evil?
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IT’S FRIDAY. BUT SUNDAY’S COMING! Words of Affection
When you are suffering, where is your focus? When you are in physical pain, what are your feelings? When you are mistreated by others, how are you reacting? Continue reading
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A Story of Grace and Mercy
Yesterday I was reading a story about the owner of an estate that was hiring workers. He went out and very early in the morning and found several qualified for the job. They agreed on $75 for a full day’s work. Continue reading
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One Simple Principle That Will Change Your Life
Stephen Covey died Monday. He was a former professor at BYU, an author, a motivator, and a business coach. He was probably best known for his best-selling book “Seven Habits of Highly Successful People.” I have applied the “7 Habits” paradigm to church growth and personal discipleship, as have many others. His organizational tools through Franklin-Covey stores have helped many of us stay focused, organized, and on time!
Covey was a great believer in personal responsibility and accountability. He taught something he called the 90/10 principle. What does it mean? Continue reading
It Was Food Poisoning!
“Food Poisoning.” That’s what some of my readers of ThePreachersWord said yesterday about my post on missing Sunday worship. Hmm? Could it be? Well…. Continue reading
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I Missed Church Sunday
Did you miss church yesterday? Norma Jean and I did. No, we really did. Continue reading
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IT’S FRIDAY. BUT SUNDAY’S COMING! Words of Salvation
Luis Acosta tells a story about thieves who broke into a large department store several years ago. But they didn’t steal a thing. The stayed long enough to accomplish their mission and escape unnoticed. Why did they break in? And what did they do? Continue reading
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My “Elijah Experience” On Mount Carmel
Jeff Stride tells a great story about a young man who joined the military and had just entered boot camp.
On the first morning, the unit was awakened early, dragged out of bed, and made to assemble outside by the drill sergeant. Seeking to instill fear in the recruits, the sergeant stood in front of soldiers and snarled at them: “My name’s Sergeant Jackson. Is there anyone here thinks he can whip me?”
Incredibility a young man raised his hand!!!
The Sergeant walked right over to the new recruit. And there stood the private. All 6′ 5′ and 280 pounds of him. The drill sergeant looked him dead in the eye and with all the malice he could muster repeated “So you think you can whip me, soldier?” Continue reading
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An Important Word From Moses
Tuesday I was Moses. Yes, Moses in the Old Testament! At least I played the role of Moses for our Vacation Bible School students. I have been selected to dress and act the part of a different Bible character every day. One little girl went home on Monday and told her mother that Noah was very tall! Well, so was Moses! Continue reading
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Jesus Loves the Little Children
You’ve heard of Children’s letters to God? Someone has collected letters and notes from children written to the preacher.
Dear Preacher, I know God loves everybody but He never met my sister. Yours sincerely, Arnold. Age 8, Nashville. Continue reading
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