Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Today's message focued on 3 women who made a difference in the Life of Moses. His Mother, his Sister and an Egyptian Princess.
• One gave him life, One watched over his life, and One opened the door for his life.
• Next week I begin a new series titled, Grace Notes; God's Agenda for Transforming the World.
• Writing new messages is energizing!
• I feel blessed to lead this small church.
• A good friend's mother passed away this weekend, she was definitely a Proverbs 31 woman.
• I am getting to the age where it seems every week another friend is experiencing loss. 
• Thankfully we have Jesus.
• Speaking of loss. Mother's Day can be very difficult for those who have lost a mother due to death or whose child is absent, Belief me I know from personal experience, remember God knows our tears.
• Something to Chew on; Mothers are the Gorilla Glue of the family. ~ Anonymous 

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• We finished the series "this is us", looking at the purpose of SSCC this morning. 
• Today we focused on serving others.
• Key Point #1 We are most like Christ when we serve.
• Key Point #2 In a period of 24 hours, Jesus washed the feet of the disciples and made it possible to wash away our sins.
• The worship team did a great job this morning tying the songs and communion meditation with the theme the of message today.
• Tis the Season; Proms, Commencements and and summer vacations will soon be a part of our vocabulary. 
• Watching the MAGIC collapse was painful.
• I received mail this week informing me of my high school's 50th reunion. I wonder if I should wear my leisure suit?
• Maybe I should try to find a baby blue tux for the occasion.
• Something to Chew on; When we serve, we look like Jesus. ~ Quote from today's message.

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• We continued the message series "This is us" looking at the mission statement of SSCC.
• Today's message focused on Making Disciples.
• Key Point #1, Disciple making comes through building a deep relationship with others.
• Key Point #2,  We must understand, Making Disciples is not a suggestion, it is a command. 
• The illustration regarding the Dust of the Rabbi was very powerful this morning.
• The illustration about the Creamed Spinach was not powerful, but will be remembered for a long time. Note to Self; Next time vent the package.
• I attended the funeral of a wonderful lady yesterday. She was a Proverbs 31 lady.
• Why are funerals like reunions?
• I am not sure, but I think I got a glimpse of a Florida panther last night.
• I enjoyed watching the NFL draft this week. It want be long before NFL and College ball starts back up.
• My granddaughter received her report card this week, she received all A's. It looks like she got her smarts from her Nana not her Papa, 
• Something to Chew on; Only a Disciple can make a Disciple ~ A.W. Tozer

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day... 

• I continued the series; This is us, looking at the mission and priorities of SSCC.
• Today's message; "The Most Difficult Priority, Loving like Jesus Loves"
• This is the kind of love that transforms our homes, our community and most of all ourselves.
• We are blessed to call SSCC our home.
• It is amazing what animals one sees on our RING doorbell each morning, the forest comes alive at night!
• Lori and I celebrate the birth of our 5th grandchild this week. GOOD TIMES!
• I will be attending the funeral of a wonderful lady Saturday, Oh how my heart aches!
• Something to Chew on; Let those who consider the brevity of life remember the length of eternity. ~ Thomas Ken

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• I kicked off a new series this morning titled, "This is Us", looking at our mission and purpose as we minister in theForest.
• Key point this morning; To fulfill our mission we are to Love God completely.
• The illustration regarding the Sadducees and the Pharisees reminds us we will never measure up without God's grace.
• I enjoy writing sermons again.
• There is something about digging into God's word and bringing the text to life!
• Two dear friends have received their heavenly reward the past couple months.
• While saddened by their passing I know there will be a day when everything will be made new!
• It is always good to talk to people who value generosity.
• Something to Chew on;  In light of my friends who passed away recently; Starting Strong is Good, Finishing String is Epic ~ Robin Sharma (and they did, Well done good and faithful friends, well done!)

Sunday Night Reflections

 A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• I concluded the series the Power of the Cross with a sermon titled ALIVE! The message focused on the first visitors to visit the tomb on Resurrection Sunday.
• Key Point, The stone was rolled away not to let Jesus out but to let the witnesses in.
• Can you imagine how the angel must have felt when he was tasked with announcing Jesus had risen from the grave!
• There is something comforting about a choir singing on Easter Morning.
• It is inspiring seeing all the posts on social media regarding the victories on Resurrection Sunday.
• Cancer, Memory Illnesses, tragic accidents; I am so glad there is more to life than life on this earth!
• Yes there will be a day when every tear will be wiped away.
• This week's wildlife report; I saw 1 bear, 1 deer, 1 fox and 3 very big squirrels. I love living in the forest. 
• Wow, 1/4 of the year is over! 
• I got Michigan as my national champ tomorrow evening. i believe they will experience the one shining moment!
• Something to Chew on; The very first Easter taught us LIFE never ENDS and LOVE never DIES ~ Kate McGahan 

Sunday Night Reflections

 A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day

• I continued my series on The Power of the Cross this morning looking at the bystanders at the cross.
• Key point  today, Innocent bystanders can be transformed by the cross and become active participants in the scheme of redemption.
• The illustration of Mary at the cross reminds us how brutal the crucifixion was and what is cost our savior to pay for our sins.
• Our family came together  at my niece's funeral. Saturday was a tough day, but we had God's comfort and one another's encouragement that brought us through the day.
• Thank you for the prayers and messages.
• There is something about our family cemetery that reminds us of our family heritage. There are now eight generations buried in the cemetery.  
• Dollar General has become our go to IYKYK! 
• There is something about church potlucks that bring on naps on a Sunday Afternoon.
• Some of these teams in march madness are men among boys.
• I do not believe it, today is #800 of SNR.
• ...and the reflecting continues!
• Something to Chew on; Grief is the price we pay for love. ~ Anonymous