Painting a three-bedroom Craftsman style house with a wonderful front porch seems like a daunting task for a single mom and her two teen-aged daughters. But, you had to know this particular mom. She … [Read more...]
Why hesitate?
In our weekly worship, our messages have been based on the good news found in the Gospel of Mark. This past week we reached the 15th. chapter, which begins to tell the dramatic story of Jesus's … [Read more...]
Serving Jesus boldly – even when we fail
One apostle in the Gospels appeals to us because he stands out. Peter has a reputation for being the boastful one. While others follow Jesus just as loyally, Peter always speaks up. When Jesus tries … [Read more...]
No Need to Try to Do Life Alone
"Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is, but exhorting one another; and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching." Hebrews 10:23 KJV. We need our people … [Read more...]
Keeping the Lights on into the New Year
Okay, it's the middle of January. All of our Christmas decorations should be safely stored until next year. Well, at least until my second favorite season, Christmas in July. But, how can we continue … [Read more...]
The More Things Stay the Same, the More They Change
The Christmas season is a time for tradition. We long for the comforts of old memories, of happier times. One thing you will never hear from me is a complaint about someone getting in the Christmas … [Read more...]
