This post was originally published by the author on his old blog page. Here is a thought for today (and every day) - maybe better a challenge: Corum Deo- to live your life each and every day before the LORD. What does this mean? After all, God sees all things - so everything is done … Continue reading A Challenge for Today and Beyond: CD!
Hypocrisy and Current Events
This post originally appeared on the authors old blog. hypocrisy: 1. a feigning to be what one is not or to believe what one does not; especially : the false assumption of an appearance of virtue or religion 2. an act or instance of hypocrisy The simple definition of the term would be in application … Continue reading Hypocrisy and Current Events
Old Blog and migrating
This post is simply a "heads-up" that I will be slowly migrating posts from my old blog to this new page/platform. Be watching as I transfer select posts that I believe still have value and relevance. Blessed day to you all!
Redefine or Rediscover Church Membership
I have watched with great interest (and concern) at the evolution of "church membership" over the years. This obviously is seasoned with my own personal experiences, from an early background attending (and technically a "member" of) the Episcopal Church while growing up, to various excursions into differing faith groups - and ultimately being redeemed, baptized, … Continue reading Redefine or Rediscover Church Membership
Children, Compassion, and DACA
I try not to spend too much time and effort in posting with political material. Yet int he last couple of days, much has been said, and the faith of many Christians has been questioned in the political realm. What's it all about? DACA -Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals DACA is a policy put … Continue reading Children, Compassion, and DACA
IGNITE!
I am truly excited! Tonight is the launch of FBC Cave Spring's IGNITE Ministry. What is IGNITE? IGNITE is First Baptist Church's approach to Wednesday/mid-week ministry. Year-round, we have Wednesday evening classes available for all ages, but during the school year, we have a special emphasis on children and youth. Each Wednesday evening begins with a fellowship meal … Continue reading IGNITE!
Ukraine, Arkansas Master’Singers, and God’s Plan
In 2014, the Arkansas Master'Singers (a ministry made up mostly of worship pastors and musicians serving primarily in Arkansas Baptist State Convention churches) traveled to Ukraine with Evangelist Michael Gott to share the gospel through music and preaching. Approximately 10,000 people attended the series of concerts and heard a clear presentation of the Gospel, with … Continue reading Ukraine, Arkansas Master’Singers, and God’s Plan
Identity Politics, Race, and the Church
What part of Jesus Christ's ministry, teaching, or preaching played race-identity politics? What, then was the message, both of Jesus' own words and the rest of Scripture? It's summed up in Christ's response to those trying to corner him: The greatest command is to love God with all - your heart, body, mind, … Continue reading Identity Politics, Race, and the Church
Loving, Christian Parents
A news story crossed my feed this evening, a story that literally broke my heart. Here is a link: 13-year-old girl who was supported by her Christian parents in living as a transgender boy commits suicide The title pretty much says it all. Two parents, who apparently profess to be "Christians" chose to not only allow, … Continue reading Loving, Christian Parents
Church Membership? (why should I join?)
There are many misconceptions today about many areas of Christianity. There is even a movement among some Christian groups away from a “formal” church membership. The New Testament never mentions the term (in any translation I am familiar with) “church member”, but the attitude with which Paul writes to the various churches and to Timothy … Continue reading Church Membership? (why should I join?)
Contending For Christ 