Dear Brethren in Christ, I write to you today with a heart full of love, concern, and a deep desire to see not only our church fellowship grow in Christlikeness and unity, but to see the growth and glorious witness of Churches in general to impact our communities wherever you may be. It is my … Continue reading A Pastoral Letter on the Use of Our Words
Judy Elaine Harris peacefully transitioned to her eternal rest...
As the pastor of a relatively small church who is always looking at the condition of not only the congregation I lead, but to investigate the history of churches that have seen divisions, splits, and much more. Since long before I was ever called to ministry, I have "suffered" from a constant yearning to know … Continue reading …because we love the brethren
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
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
A heavy heart tonight. I won't go into details, just suffice it to say that I am grieving. I was led to a passage of Scripture when I got home that so fits whats going on. My faith has never been tested as now. I don't know what tomorrow holds. I don't know what next … Continue reading The Heaviness Engulfs Me
Jesus was preached... ...were you there?The Word of God Proclaimed... ...were you there?God was glorified... … Continue reading Where You There?
This post is going to reflect my heart - and unfortunately, in large part - my fleshly heart. My heart aches tonight. After what I believe was a great Sunday School lesson that dealt with idols in our lives, a spirit-led message this morning that was an incredible encouragement to me (the preacher!) about the … Continue reading Missing In Action
It is past-time for those who call themselves "Christians". Jesus warned those dabbled in following Him of the cost--- As they were going along the road, someone said to him, “I will follow you wherever you go.” And Jesus said to him, “Foxes have holes, and birds of the air have nests, but the Son … Continue reading Hate or Love?
Contending For Christ 