Sunday Night Reflections

 A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• We attended Kissimmee Christian Church this morning. Jim wrapped up his message on Jonah. 
• Powerful message focusing on the importance of doing God's will.
• Key Question from the message; Is it right for you to be angry? This is a probing question.
• The big day is finally here, I am speaking at JUFL's chapel on Tuesday.
• Our Life Group wraps up our study in Proverbs on Friday evening. This has been a great study.
• While JUFL does not close for several months, there are times I am saddened to think soon all that will be left are the memories of our dear institution.
• With the closing of JUFL, I am not sure what the future holds for me, but I know who holds the future and that is enough for me. 
• Yesterday was a wonderful day to spend time with a friend of JUFL Her generosity is humbling.
• I saw a road sign this weekend stating another road in Kissimmee is about to be under construction, It is wonderful to know there will be no traffic in Heaven.
• We are less than 100 days until Christmas.
• Do you remember the Sears "Wish Book"?
• The Publix "Thanks Chris" commercial is worthy of a Hallmark movie.
• Last evening was a pleasant surprise, Go Gators!
• It is hard to celebrate Fall when the temperature outside is still in the high 90s. 
• Something to Chew on; Change is painful, but nothing is as painful as staying stuck somewhere you don't belong. ~ Mandy Hale

Sunday Night Refelction

 A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• I preached at Union Park Christian Church this morning on the subject of a worthy walk from Ephesians 4:1-3.
• The opening illustration regarding the "Old Guard" reminded us of the dedication of the men and women who have served or are currently serving in the armed forces.
• Key Point #1, We are to have a worthy walk
• Key Point #2, We are all responsible for the unity of our local congregations.
• I had a great time connecting with ministry colleagues last Thursday, I am blessed to have so many friends in the local ministry.
• Rereading Seth Godin's book Tribes once again. Good Stuff!
• This is the week, I place all of the advice for my chapel message on paper, I am up on Sept. 19th, Praying I am able to give our staff and students something to think about.
• Why are car repairs so expensive? Well, there goes the emergency fund!
• I wish I could buy stock in Bob's Barracades! His orange and white traffic cones are everywhere.
• Week 2 of college football and week one of the NFL, yes, it is the most wonderful time of the year. BTW all the Big Florida teams won this weekend!
• Something to Chew on; You don't need a keyboard to lead...you only need the desire to make something happen. ~ Seth Godin, Tribes 

Sunday Night Reflections

 A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• We worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning.
• Jim continued his series "Run Jonah Run" a study of the Old Testament prophet Jonah.
• Jim's message reminded all of us that God is a God of second chances.
• His illustration of a friend's second chance was very moving.
• I discovered a new devotional tool about 3 weeks ago, Thank you Steve for your words of wisdom.
• Cancer has raised its ugly head again as I discovered a long-time friend is about to start the battle.  I look forward to the day when cancer and all other diseases are banished. REMEMBER, as Jeremy Camp said, "There will be a day!" 
• My chapel message is starting to take shape. This will be the first message I have ever prepared with 40+ contributors. Thank You all!
• We traveled to Jacksonville to see my mom this weekend. All I can say is stopping at Bucces on Labor Day weekend is CRAZY. But if you are going to get your beaver nuggets, Bucces is the place to go!
• Watching mom age is very difficult, so glad there is more to life than our time on earth.
• Ah, September! Fall is in the air - NOT!
• College Football has started, it may be a LOOOOOOONG season!
• Something to Chew on; Actions prove who someone is, words just prove who they want to be. ~ Anonymous 

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day

• I preached at Union Park Christian Church in Orlando this morning.
• The focus of the message centered on the importance of impacting others for Christ. 
• I looked out in the audience and there was my former OT professor, YIKES!
• I still get nervous when I see my professors in the audience.
• I had the opportunity to hear an excellent message tonight from a CFBC alumnus. Mark, you did an excellent job!
• With the closing of JUFL, I have had some time to do some reflection. I was part of the second class of CFBC. I was truly blessed to be on the ground floor of such an amazing place!
• We met in borrowed facilities, owned one 15-passenger van, and lived in apartments as a substitute for dorms. Those were the days!
• Oh, one more thing, I have friendships that have lasted a lifetime!
• College Football, Finally!
• Something to Chew on; Never let success get to your head; never let failure get to your heart, ~ Anonymous

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• We worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning. Jim preached on one of my favorite topics today; HEAVEN.
• Jim has been focusing on a series of messages titled "Life is a Classroom", today's topic focused on our Final Exam. 
• Like Paul, I want to pass the final exam and finish well! 
• Oh, the Joy of seeing Jesus Face to Face.
• Thank you Jim for reminding us this place is not our home!
• So thankful to hear what is happening in Haiti, India, and Brazil as a result of Luke101 Ministries. Humbled by their work, sacrifice, and gracious spirit. 
• Our Life Group continues our study of Proverbs, last week's lesson Good Words, Question, are you using good words in your conversations with others?
• I wonder how many Elders, Deacons, Sunday School Teachers, and Youth Ministry volunteers got their biblical foundation at CFBC/FCC/JUFL. That is an impact we will not know until we arrive in heaven.
• The students are back at JUFL. No matter how you look at it this is going to be a bittersweet year.
• The college football season is getting closer. Good Stuff!
• Something to Chew on; Leadership is about vision and responsibility, not power. ~ Seth Berkley

Sunday Night Reflections

 A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• I preached at the Christian Church at DeLeon Springs this morning.
• The message focused on one of the unsung heroes of the New Testament, Epaphroditus.
• Key Lesson; we need more people in the church who have an MBA, not a Master of Business Administration, but rather a Mop Bucket Attitude!
• Key Lesson #2, Epaphroditus made ripples in the lives of people because he was willing to love people and be a risk-taker for Christ. 
• I always enjoy my time with the folks at DeLeon Springs, and I will miss seeing them after JUFL closes in June.
• Speaking of Closing JUFl, I continue to be amazed at the kind words I have received from friends of JUFL in Florida. I am blessed!
• I am looking forward to Winter, I wish it was here now. Wow, it is hot!
• Our students return Thursday and our Freshmen join them on Friday.
• Something to Chew on; Making a wrong choice early may limit making the right choice later. ~ James Faust

Sunday Night Reflections

 A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• We worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning, Jim's message focused on our most important textbook, The Bible.
• Key Point #1, The Bible must be the compass that directs the lives of everyone, everywhere.
• Key Point #2, The Bible is the textbook for all truth.
• Three more baptisms today!
• Our LIFE GROUP kicked off our study in Proverbs Friday evening with a study of Proverbs 9 and the choices we must make.
• School is back in session this week, welcome back to Traffic Madness. 
• Praying for my school teacher friends this week, they are unsung heroes in one of the most important missions field today.
• Speaking of mission fields currently, there are 24 missionaries or people assisting missionaries stateside who are alumni of CFBC/FCC/JUFL. 
• In the Chapman Center foyer, there are 38 international flags representing the countries our alumni have served in our 48-year history, CFBC/FCC/JUFL has had and will continue to have a global impact.
• We traveled to Jacksonville this weekend to visit Mom, Good Times!
• The first round of students move into our apartments at JUFL tomorrow. It will be great to have our students back on campus.
• Something to Chew on; When you are too embarrassed to ask for help, that's a little knock at your door saying you are insecure. ~ Jocko Willink, Extreme Ownership