Sunday Night Reflections

 A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• I preached at Citrus Ridge Church this morning.
• Today's message focused on our eternal home.
• Key Point #1, Heaven is a prepared place.
• Key Point #2, Heaven is a holy place.
• Key Point #3, Heaven is the place where God's will in completely followed.
• We are gathering at my brother's house this week for National Stretchy Pants Day.
• We have so much to be thankful for this year, truly blessed!
• We took a quick trip to Tennessee this week to celebrate Dr. Eubanks' birthday. Good Times
• We flew economy, no upgrades  But we did get extra nuts!
• How can the college football season be coming to a close so soon.
• Something to Chew on; Thank you is the best prayer anyone can say. ~ Alice Walker

Sunday Night Reflections

 A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• I preached at Citrus Ridge Church this morning. 
• The message was from John 2 focusing on the first miracle Jesus performed.
• Question, what does Jesus need to do for you to believe in Him?
• For the disciples it was a miracle, CK verses 11,12.
• Our life group began a new study Friday evening; the Marks of a Disciple.
• The first mark, Living a life of gratitude. 
• From this week's devotional reading; Obstacles become opportunities when God is your partner. 
• My daughter brought me a box of White Chocolate Oreos this weekend. Good Times!
•  Dolphins win in Spain, so far they are 1 and 0 against European competition this year.
• Quick trip to Tennessee this week. Looking forward to connecting with some good friends.
• Something to Chew on; Pursue what captures your heart, not what captures your eyes. ~ Roy Bennett

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• I preached at Citrus Ridge Church this morning in Davenport.
• A wonderful group of believers full of joy and anticipation!
• Today's message focused on Ephesians 5:15-20 and how to make the best of every opportunity.
• Key Point; To make the best of every opportunity, one must focus on eternity. 
• I was able to hear Shawn preach this morning as well on the subject of "Rest"
• The message was a great reminder of the love God has for his children.
• We wrapped up our life group study "Mountains and Valleys" last Friday evening. I enjoyed looking how God interacted with His people both on the Mountains and in the Valleys.
• Don't look now, But winter is coming to Florida.
• We celebrated my oldest son's birthday Saturday - where did the time go? One day I am sharing bedtime stories with him and the next he has a family of his own.
• Something to Chew on; The fact that our heart yearns for something Earth cannot supply is proof heaven must be our home. ~ C.S. Lewis

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• We worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning.
• Shawn wrapped up his messages from the first 10 chapters of Acts.  
• Today's focus; everyone is welcome here!
• This is a message everyone needs to hear.
• If people really understood you are welcome at church it would change their life for eternity.
• If church members really understood everyone is welcome, it would change their view of who to invite to worship.
• Yes, every week, Eternity is in the balance.
• I have enjoyed my streaming  for watching TV. That is until my streaming service removed ABC and ESPN networks, which means no SEC football - Not Cool!
• 5:45 and it is is dark! 
• Why does it feel like it is 9:00?
• Just in case you are wondering, it was a catch!
• Something to Chew on; It is in moments of decision that your destiny is shaped. ~ Tony Robbins

Sunday Night Reflections

 A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• I preached at Union Park Christian Church in Orlando this morning.
• The message was from Philippians 1:3-25
• Main Focus of the message, be aware of what can happen when we lose our joy!
• The difference between happiness and joy is happiness is always fading, but Joy, God's joy is permanent. 
• So good to have a visit with my Old Testament professor this morning. I wonder if he realizes the role he played in encouraging me to attend Central FL Bible College.
• Today's trip was only a 40 minute drive; Hallelujah! 
• Shared lunch with some long time friends today, so blessed.
• Who were those guys in the dolphin uniforms this afternoon?
• I have an uncle and aunt moving to Texas this week, after 40 years of living in FL they are making a BIG move. I am going to miss them.
• Something to Chew on; Sometimes, God brings times of transition to create transformation. Lynn Cowell

Sunday Night Reflections

 A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• We worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning.
• Shawn's message from Acts 8 was very transparent.
• Key Thought from today's message; Scattering can place you in God's plan.
• Key Thought #2 , The scatter may be just what you need to be a part of God's plan.
• Our life group continued our series, "Mountains and Valleys in scripture, this week's valley; "the Valley of the Shadow of Death."
• We lost a treasure with the passing of Rich Mullins.
• His "Songs" album is wonderful collection of some of his best music.
• Ok Gainesville, What now?
• While college football coaches know firing is part of the process, I can't help to think how their children must feel when dad is fired.
• This was week 8 of the college football season, Yikes!
• No worries ,college hoops starts soon!
• Reese's Oreos, please do not mess with the original!
• Something to Chew on; Don't follow the crowd, let the crowd follow you. ~ Margaret Thatcher  

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• We worshipped at Homeport Christian Church in St. Augustine this morning.
• Ben did an excellent job unpacking Matthew 24 and 25 on the subject of Being Prepared for the Second Coming. 
• Key Point #1, there is a certainty regarding the second coming; it is not "IF", but "When".
• Key Point #2, we are to live everyday with a spirit of readiness.
• The mission team at HCC is truly sold out to world evangelism.
• From ICOM to Mission Trips this team is involved in missions.
• Their "gratitude card" made my day!
• These early morning road trips are tough! Feeling my age tonight!
• The Temps are a changing. Yes, Fall is just around the corner.
• One of my favorite parts of College Game Day is the Field Goal Challenge IYKYK.
• When are the Frosted Oreos returning to the grocery shelves?
• Something to Chew on, My grand point in preaching is to break the hard heart, and to heal the broken one. ~ John Newton