Difficult News
It's hard to talk to people about Christ. I know it is. Some of the greatest evangelists still get nervous. I think it has a lot to do...
Still Listening?
Beyond the noise of the encompassing crowd, There comes a voice, near silent, not loud. It calls to us like a trusted friend, Offering...
Walk-Ins Welcome
When was the last time you opened the door for somebody else? Don't misunderstand me, now. I'm not talking about a door to a car, or to...
No Thanks
Isn't it strange that the words "Thank you" have become less popular? The words just aren't heard as much anymore. Of course "Thank...
Responsive reading for March 16
Leader: We do what we can for Christ. People: That's not enough. L: We organize, and strategize, to do more for Christ. P: ...
Moving the Furniture
I guess I've always been the kind of person who likes to rearrange the furniture. I like to move chairs and bookcases and things, to...
Satisfaction
Satisfaction guaranteed? Sure, buddy. There doesn't seem to be such a thing anymore. Satisfaction is a commodity we don't seem to...
Sample of my responsive readings
For use with Mark 1:16-28 or Matthew 4:18-25 Leader: There's nothing to this Christian life; People: It's as easy as can be. L: I try...
Commitment
Where do we learn the concept of commitment? It seems some folks are more inclined to be committed in all they do, while others seem to...
The church I pastor
Our bishop of the South Georgia area of The United Methodist Church appointed me to serve this church in June 2011. It is the biggest...