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Sunday, October 29, 2017

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

Worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning.
Wonderful message from Luke 16 on the subject of having an eternal perspective.
In spite of all the things calling for my attention, I hope I live with an eternal perspective.
Great watching the student ministry take the lead in worship this morning.
Also, the baptismal waters stirred once again!
I am representing JUFL in three churches over the next 3 Sundays and then it is Thanksgiving, What happened to 2017.
The longer I live the more I understand the need for rhythm in our lives, rest is essential for good health.
We are saying goodbye to one of our events at the university this Saturday as we gather for the Last Roundup. It is time for something new.
This week I finished reading the book, "God is in Control" by Charles Stanley. This small book is a great read regarding the sovereignty of God in our lives.
While I appreciate the extra hour of sleep we will have next Saturday evening, I do not like the fact it will be dark at 6:00 pm starting next week as Daylight Savings Time ends.
She likes the Big 10, I like the SEC I am sure we will have some interesting conversations during the college bowl season!
Something went amiss in Gainesville, AGAIN!
Something to Chew on; If He allowed it, God intends to turn that pain, hurt, loss or difficulty into something good in your life. ~ Charles Stanley from his book "God is in Control"

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

Worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning.
Great message from Luke 16 about the Rich Man and Lazarus.
Key thought; Lazarus sat outside the gate of the rich man, so the rich man had to walk past Lazarus daily. How many people do we walk past as we go to church each week?
Another great worship song, that I would like to hear more often during a time of worship.
Spent time with my dad this weekend, dementia is a terrible illness.
Will we ever find a cure for such a debilitating disease?
Attended a funeral of a long time preacher yesterday. Once again we were reminded; Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on... They may rest from their labors, for their deeds follow them.
Well, the Gators did not lose this weekend!
I am often amazed how the theater can truly transform a stage into a moving Broadway production.
When you are 58 years old and you are trying to take a selfie... well let's just say there is room for improvement.
When will White Chocolate Oreo show up on grocery store shelves?
Pumpkin Spice is everywhere, but pumpkin spice Oreos is just wrong!
Something to Chew on; Human beings by their very nature are worshippers. Worship is not something we do; it defines who we are. You cannot divide human beings into those who worship and those who don't. Everybody worships; it is just a matter of what or whom, we serve. ~ Paul David Tripp

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

Worshiped at First Baptist Church Orlando this morning.
Great message from their series "Believe"
Inspiring worship!
Exciting to hear what is on the horizon for this body of believers
Question; does your church welcome the Chaos of Belief?
Another Florida church closed this past Sunday, sad to receive the news.
Attended a "Celebration of Life" service for a dear Christian sister this past Saturday. My heart hurts for her family!
Remember "There will be a day"
You look forward to the college football season all year and then your team lays a couple eggs the last two of weeks and you think I waited all year for this!
I guess there is always next year!
Attended a High School football game Friday night, High School has changed a lot since 1976!
While the game was tough to watch the company was great!
Chihuahuas make me smile.
Purchased a new Ortberg book this weekend, can't wait to dive into this new read.
Something to Chew on; In my deepest, darkest moments, what really got me through was a prayer. Sometimes my prayer was "Help Me". Sometimes a prayer was "Thank You". What I have discovered is that intimate connection and communication with my creator will always get me through because I know my support, my help is just a prayer away. ~ Iyania Vanzant

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

Preached at Fort Caroline Christian Church in Jacksonville today on the subject of the compassion of Christ.
Wonderful worship by Damon and the team.
Baptismal waters stirred once again, what a great day!
The greatest of compassion we can show others is to introduce them to Jesus Christ!
I really enjoy preaching!
Why does movie theater popcorn taste better than popcorn popped at home?
Friendship Defined; The ability to speak the truth, even when it hurts!
Today is clergy appreciation day, I hope my preaching colleagues know they are loved by their flock and if not, remember we speak as those approved by God to be entrusted with the gospel. We are not trying please people, but God, who tests our hearts. 1 Thessalonians 2:4
I was reminded today that Indiana won their football game and the Gators did not. Oh, how that hurts!
How can the Gators and Seminoles not be in the top 25, but UCF and USF are ranked. The power is a shifting!
Something to Chew on; I cannot even imagine where I would be today if it were not for a handful of friends who have given me a heart full of joy. Let's face it, friends make life a lot more fun. ~ Charles Swindoll.

A Few Thoughts about an Amazing Day...

Preached at New Beginnings Christian Church in Tampa this morning.
Three services plus Sunday School, I have very little voice left today.
My hat is off to my fellow preachers who preach multiple times on Sunday, you guys are real warriors. I do not think congregations realize how difficult it is to preach multiple times on Sunday.
When I recall the history of CFBC/FCC/JUFL in my church presentation, I am amazed how God has used a college in Central Florida to impact the world for Christ.
Here is a question I have been pondering lately; Why do so many church leaders act like church managers rather than church leaders? Maybe they have forgotten their BIBLICAL calling as God's shepherds of God's church.
Why does cable TV cost so much?
Why have they not invented Pumpkin Spice bottled water?
Attended a funeral of a young man this week, I really long for the day when God will wipe away every tear!
The Fall TV season is upon us, nothing is really grabbing my attention.
I am always amazed at the friendliness of Disney cast members, their customer service rocks.
Something to Chew on; When you stop expecting people to be perfect, you can like them for who they are. ~ Donald Miller