The Pastor’s Heart 11/11/2016
The article’s headline caught my eye. It simply said, “Veterans Day: The day when we salute back.” Today, November 11th, our nation honors those who have served in our armed…
The Pastor’s Heart 11/4/2016
Each week I look for a short quote to put in our church bulletin. Sometimes the right one jumps out at me, and sometimes it’s a multiple choice problem. While…
The Pastor’s Heart 10/28/2016
I did everything by the book. Just like you’re supposed to. And everything seemed to be falling into place. You see, I enjoy the outdoors and deer hunting during this…
The Pastor’s Heart 10/21/2016
“I’ll be glad when this election is over!” How many times have you heard (or said) that lately? I know I have. Maybe all the controversy that surrounds this election…
The Pastor’s Heart 10/14/2016
It’s gotten pretty crazy, and it doesn’t appear to be changing direction any time soon. This election season has been something to see. Rudeness, disrespect, division, excuse-making and even some…
The Pastor’s Heart 10/7/2016
It would be much easier if it weren’t for one word. That. One. Word. I’m talking about Paul’s exhortation to the church in Philippians 4:4, “Rejoice in the Lord alway;…
The Pastor’s Heart 9/30/2016
It caught my attention and hasn’t let go yet. Just a little phrase, but huge in its impact. I was preparing for Thursday morning’s Men of the Word study from…
The Pastor’s Heart 9/16/2016
Having a bad day? Maybe it’s not just a bad day; it’s another bad day in a long line of bad days. And even if today is going well so…
The Pastor’s Heart 9/9/2016
It’s been 15 years. 15 years since the event when, as many have said, “everything changed.” September 11, 2001. A business-as-usual day was shattered by sudden explosions, uncontrollable fires, frantic…
The Pastor’s Heart 9/2/2016
Today’s weather forecast is what led me to today’s thoughts. Rain, rain, and more rain. So, I imagine you’ve heard the expression “saving for a rainy day,” haven’t you? The…