Category Archives: Christian Life

To be great…

… is to be humble: “The greatest among you will be your servant. For those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.” (Matthew 23:11-12) We usually don’t think of the greatest in our … Continue reading

Posted in Christian Life | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

My Wish this Christmas

My wish this Christmas is that you and yours will find and secure all of the blessings of our Lord.  I hope that you will grow in your walk with Christ in the coming year, that your loved ones will … Continue reading

Posted in Christian Life | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

‘Twas the Night Before Christmas

Well here we are, December 24… the day before Christmas… or as some call it illogically “Christmas Eve Day”.  (I can’t figure out how it could be “Eve” and “Day” at the same rime, but I digress…) When I was … Continue reading

Posted in Christian Life | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | 5 Comments

Why am I Still Here?

I didn’t write a post for today because the world was supposed to end… what’s the deal? I heard that it was supposed to happen at 11:11 am Eastern time this morning, and since it’s now almost 3 Eastern, I … Continue reading

Posted in Christian Life | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Good Friends, Good Cheer

A friend like the one above gives love unconditionally, this little guy loves to play and have fun, doesn’t hold a grudge and is always happy to see you.  Everybody ought to have a friend like that! Of course human … Continue reading

Posted in Christian Life | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | 3 Comments

Holiday Cheer

The Christmas Season can be a time of simple beauty.   This may take the form of a Christmas tree, whether a simple down-home one or a very fancy professional tree; each has a beauty all its own. The decorations … Continue reading

Posted in Christian Life | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Doing God’s Will

“Instead, you ought to say, “If it is the Lord’s will, we will live and do this or that.”… Anyone, then, who knows the good he ought to do and doesn’t do it, sins.” (James 4:15; 17) Our job in … Continue reading

Posted in Christian Life | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Sunday Class Notes: December 16

The Shepherd and the Flock Today’s Text:  1Peter 5 Introduction   In a difficult and challenging, not to mention dangerous time, the quality of leadership within the church is critical.  Peter begins this last chapter by addressing the quality of … Continue reading

Posted in Christian Life | 1 Comment

That Christmas Feelin’

How I love that Christmas feeling How I treasure its friendly glow See the way a stranger greets you Just as though you’d met him Christmases ago Christmas helps you to remember To do what other folks hold dear What … Continue reading

Posted in Christian Life | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

A Special Christmas Gift

Most people associate Christmas with happy memories, good cheer, joy, love, peace and warmth.  Yet for many, the season can be very difficult.  Many who are experiencing financial hardship find that the celebration is more than they can handle; their … Continue reading

Posted in Christian Life | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | 7 Comments