Thus Far
Secretary
The words “thus far” are like a hand pointing in the direction of the past. Whether through poverty, wealth, sickness or health, whether at home or abroad, or on land, sea, or air and whether in honor, dishonor, difficulties, joy, trials, prayer or temptation – Thus far has the Lord helped. We always enjoy looking […]
Spontaneous Praise!
Secretary
When you are reading, do you sometimes jump ahead to find out “the rest of the story.” I found myself doing that in mid-December when I was searching for a devotional for our December Deacons Meeting. I selected a devotional for December 25 from Henry Blackaby’s book, “Experiencing God Day by Day.” The beautiful thoughts […]
Santa Claus is coming to town….
Secretary
Oh, the happy memories from childhood. We all have them. The excitement, the anticipation, even the hidden disappointment if the gift was not the exact toy we wanted. These traditions are treasures that we may carry on, build upon or change in our own families. As a child of about 10 years old, I remember […]
Learn to Listen and Lift Hearts in the Process
Secretary
Listen. Good listeners are in short supply. It takes time and requires patience. It also develops friendships and promotes healing. Listeners don’t have answers. Listeners aren’t afraid of silence. They are comfortable with just being there. Good listeners are a gift from God. The golden rule of listening is “listen unto others as you would […]
The Church and State
Secretary
With all that’s going on before and during the election, I have been wondering what the Bible says about governance. I found this in Rom.13:1-7. THE STARTING POINT: GOD’S SOVERIGNITY: God, the creator and sustainer of all creation, is in perfect eternal control. He places His officials in their position for His ultimate glory and […]
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