alantisononline: September 2015

Sunday, September 27, 2015

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

Returned to Vero Christian today to finish up the stewardship series.
I really appreciate the associate minister at VCC, Scott went out of way to help me this past 2 weeks, truly has a servant's heart.
Today's message, The Blessings of Faithfully Giving to the Lord.
Question; if Jesus was with you when you spend your money would it make a difference?
God is both predictable and unpredictable when it comes to stewardship.
PREDICTABLE, He will provide.
UNPREDICTABLE, In how He will provide, that is why it is called FAITH!
Sunrises are my reward for traveling so early to churches in Florida.
Once again we were reminded why college football is so exciting. Go Gators.
On the other hand, I really do miss Shula & Marino.
International Food Sampling was great Thursday evening, so glad I am a part of the JUFL community.
Don't look now, but Thursday is October 1st.
One week of TV premieres have passed, looks like we will be watching a lot of the History Channel this year. Golden Age of TV is long gone!
Something to Chew on; Do all the good you can. In all the ways you can. In all the places you can. To all the people you can. As long as you can. ~ John Wesley

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

Preached at Vero Christian Church this morning on the topic of stewardship.
It has been a long time since I have preached a sermon on giving of your time, talent and resources.
From today's message, Stewardship is not about cold numbers but a warm heart.
Key idea from today's message; Stewardship begins with the attitude of the heart, not the size of the wallet.
I really enjoyed my time at VCC, this church really has a love for JUFL and Ministry!
Enjoyed a great lunch on the oceanfront, thank you Scott and Peggy, gotta love the Florida lifestyle!
Driving across Florida in the early morning is so peaceful.
You never know who is going to be in your audience when you preach, this morning good friends Roger and Linda from Ocala surprised me.
Attended a funeral of beloved minister on Saturday, his funeral was a testimony of faithfulness. I am sure he has heard the words, "Well Done Good and FAITHFUL servant!"
Cancer treat number 5 is tomorrow This makes 11 of the 12 treatments - hopefully the end is near.
Dinner with our small group is always enjoyable, you really learn a lot about people when you share a meal. Oh BTW, we all love dessert!
Something to Chew on; Stewardship is utilizing God given abilities to manage God given resources to accomplish God given results. ~ From today's message

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

Worshiped at First Christian Church of Kissimmee this morning, so glad we decided to make FCCK our home church when we moved to Kissimmee!
Guest speaker today, Les Hardin. Great message on the parable of the two builders found in Matthew 7.
Key thought; the gospel is not good advice, the gospel is good news!
Watched the baptismal waters stir again - it never gets old!
A dear preacher went to heaven on Friday, he had such an impact on the members of his congregation in Tampa and beyond, thank you for your service John!
Football is back, but it does not look like much has changed - same woes, same results!
Hey, Kellie, we appreciated all of your hard work, I hope you enjoy your time off!
Previews of the Fall TV season looking kind of boring "Same thing, but different" not really, missing the "The Golden Age."
After 2 weeks off, back on the road again next Sunday - Vero Bound!
Great weekend celebrating Grandparents's day, but Savannah has endless energy!
Something to Chew on; Talent is an gift, but character is a choice. ~ John Maxwell

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

Worshiped at First Christian Church Kissimmee today.
Powerful message from Jim today.
Hey church it is time to break the huddle!
So glad to a part of a church with a bias for action.
Jim is correct, too many churches are hearing the sound of the death rattle.
What a frighting quote from this morning's message; A warring world is the price we pay for a divided church.
Two weeks of class are in the books at JUFL. Still amazed at how young the the class of 2019 looks today.
Leading Timothy Club for a third straight year, I really enjoy leading this group of young men in the art of preaching.
Oh Yeah, football is back!
I thought August was the hot month - September has been brutal!
Had a good friend celebrate his 70th birthday this week, I not sure what puzzled me the most, I have friend celebrating his 70th birthday or my friend is 70, time is flying by!
Something to Chew On; “Let every man abide in the calling wherein he is called and his work will be as sacred as the work of the ministry. It is not what a man does that determines whether his work is sacred or secular, it is why he does it.” ~ A.W. Tozer, The Pursuit of God