Sunday Night Reflections

 A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day... 

• We worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning.
• Jim began a new message in the book of Philippians. Great message on finding joy in this life
• Key Point from the message, God is transforming us daily, We are not perfect but we are better than we were yesterday!
• I attended the state minister's meeting this past Thursday, so good to see and hear what God is doing through the many ministries around the state. 
• Bob Russell's message Thursday morning was a reminder of how difficult it can be to lead a local congregation today.
• Pray for your minister.
• I would like to be back on our cruise ship today!
• The book"Extreme Ownership" is rocking my world when it comes to leadership. One of the best books on leadership I have read in a long time.
• Tonight is the end of this year's football season, I hope it is a good game.
• Will we ever see the Fins back in the big game?
• Speaking of football, the NIL is changing College Football forever.
• Did you walk to and from school as a child? This generation of students will never be able to tell their kids, "They walked 5 miles, in the snow, uphill both ways!" Oh, what they are missing!
• Something to Chew on; Being a leader is like being a lady, if you have to tell someone you are, you are probably not! ~ John Maxwell

Sunday Night Reflections

 A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• We worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning.
• David Stine, Executive Director of IDES brought the message this today.
• The message focused on IDES' mission to bring Help and Hope.
• Tony and the team led a great worship time this morning.
• KCC had a small problem this morning, a full parking lot, what was a great problem to experience. 
• I am looking forward to the state minister's meeting this week, this will be a great time to connect with ministers from around the state.
• We wrapped up another study in our Life Group this week, Jesus Lord of My Personality, by Bob Russell. This little book was a wonderful study regarding how to change one's life from negative emotions to a positive outlook.
• After leading 181 people on our cruise trip, I need a cruise to recuperate.
• If not a cruise, maybe a beach trip with Lori will do!
• No football today, but take heart it is only 214 days until the new season.
• Something to Chew on; There can be no leadership when there is no team. ~ Jacko Willink

Sunday Night Reflections

 A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• I preached at Englewood Christian Church in Jacksonville this morning for the church's annual Faith Promise Commitment Sunday.
• I was humbled to stand in the pulpit where several influential preachers have stood!
• The message focused on the importance of a mission program is to the local church.
• Healthy Churches have a dynamic missions program.
• We had a great time on our cruise, 186 people traveled with us and we brought 186 back, I call that a success.
• Thursday morning's worship service was inspiring, the worship was led by the Christensen family, and the message by Marvin and Larry's thoughts prior to communion made for a meaningful time of worship.
• The memorial service for Jim was very moving. He will be missed. His was a life well lived!
• When your wife packs a box of white chocolate Oreos in your cruise luggage you know she gets me!
• After tonight there will only be 2 left!
• Thank you Jackie for keeping Lily while we were gone. She really loves you!
• Something to Chew on; It is not what you preach, it is what you tolerate. ~ Jocko Willink Extreme Ownership

Sunday Night Reflections

 A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• We worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning.
• Jim's challenge from the book of Colossians was spot on! 
• I wonder why people settle for a church with no vision and no growth. That is not the case at Kissimmee Christian Church.
• We witnessed two baptisms this morning, when you understand what is happening in the act of Baptism, you realize seeing a baptism never gets old.
• Tomorrow I get the honor of leading 186 friends of Johnson University on a 5-day cruise. Good Times. 
• Three words; Unlimited Ice Cream!
• I am looking forward to being away for a few days and yes, I am taking a John Grisham book!
• There are only a few more weeks of football left in the season, best enjoy it while we can.
• Something to Chew on; Learn to say "NO" to the good you can say "YES" to the best. ~ John Maxwell

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• We worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning.
• Jim's message focused on decision making in light of the Will of God.
• One must pass three tests to make a decision in light of God's will. Does it pass the Spiritual Test, the Stumbling Test, and the Supreme Test? 
• The baptismal waters were stirred once again, this never gets old!
• A dear friend passed away this week, So thankful for the gift of heaven.
• The students are back at JUFL and all is well. 
• I enjoy our Friday Night Life Group.
• The Fins did better than everyone expected, looking forward to next year.
• The Jags reminded us to never go to bed early, great win.
• However, you can go to bed early if you are watching Georgia and they are up by 58! 
• Something to Chew on; If you allow the status quo to persist, you can't expect to improve performance, and you can't expect to win. ~ Jocko Willink, Extreme Ownership

Sunday Night Reflections

 A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• We worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning.
• Jim's message focused on reflection and recharging.
• It is evident to everyone listening that God has done some amazing things through Kissimmee Christian Church this past year.
• Jim's final illustration was compelling, we do not know when our life will end on this earth, so we must be ready.
• You can hear that illustration along with the entire message by following this link. 
• After what we witnessed on MNF last week, there are times all we can do is pray!
• I am picking UGA to win tomorrow evening.
• Our life group resumed last week. We are in a 4-week study titled, Jesus Lord of my Personality.
• Students return to JUFL tomorrow. Hey Seniors, you are almost done!
• Christmas decorations are all packed up, and the house feels a little empty tonight.
• And just like that White Chocolate Oreos are gone. WHY?
• The dolphins are in the playoffs, Finally!
• My first book to read in 2023, Extreme Ownership, I started reading yesterday!
• Something to Chew on; In order to convince and inspire others to follow and accomplish the mission, a leader must be a true believer in the mission. ~ Extreme Leadership page 76

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning.
• Jim's message focused on Luke 14 and the importance of priorities.
• Our priorities have eternal significance, so choose wisely.
• The illustration of last week's baptisms reminds us why it is important to set priorities. Very Powerful!
• Today begins my 14th year of blogging, that is a lot of reflecting!
• I can't believe I thought it was fun to have all-night lock-ins on New Year's Eve when I was a youth minister. Crazy Times!
• I did not stay up to welcome in the New Year, but I did stay up to watch the College Football Playoff.
• What a great game!  
• SEC, SEC, SEC
• The FINS are breaking our hearts, AGAIN!
• One more week, and then the students return to JUFL.
• I remember being a "Toys R Us Kid"
• Something to Chew on; Doing the right thing daily, compounds over time. ~ John Maxwell