Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church today. 
• Jim preached a powerful message about the church. 
• When the local church is working as God designed, the church is an unstoppable force for change in this world.
• There is something comfortable about belonging to a local body of believers.
• I will not be traveling for the next four weeks, can I get a hallelujah!
• Great time spent with family on Thanksgiving day, good food and better company!
• A special guest made the day special.
• When I look back over the last year I can say I am truly blessed! 
• I do not mean to brag, but I tell awesome bedtime stories. If you do not believe me just ask Savannah!
• The best thing about Black Friday was the prime parking spot I found at Kohl's (right by the front door), the worst thing about Black Friday was the long lines at the cashier (also at Kohl's)!
• Well, at least the gator's football season is over.  
• I have not followed UCF football much, but Friday's game was pretty exciting! 
• Something to Chew On; Gratitude can transform common days into thanksgivings, turn routine jobs into joy, and change ordinary opportunities into blessings. ~ William Arthur Ward

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped at First Christian Church of Cape Coral this morning representing JUFL.
• Great message from Psalm 100 regarding Thanksliving! Yes Thanksliving, this is not a typo!
• Key thought #1 from today's message; Gratitude is always a choice.
• Key thought #2; There can be consequences for ingratitude.
• Watching Pastor Keith minister to his congregation during worship was amazing. 
• I am praying this prayer personally; Lord, open my eyes and heart to those who are hurting during this season.
• FCC Cape Coral is the 161st church I have visited on a Sunday since I started working for JUFL.
• This week I traveled 1,236 miles on University business, that is way too much time looking through a windshield.
• BTW, I never left Florida!
• 39 students from JUFL attended the International Conference on Missions this past week, I cannot wait to hear some of the stories they will share in the coming weeks.
• My favorite holiday is this week! 
• Here is the schedule for Thursday, Early football game, food, lots of food, and an evening movie! 
• With online shopping so easy today, why does one need a Black Friday! 
• Gators win, FINALLY!
• Something to Chew on; Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. ~ Paul in 1 Thessalonians 5:18 

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped at Vero Christian Church this morning representing JUFL for the church's missions emphasis weekend.
• Great message on the topic of baptism.
• Steve did a wonderful job explaining what happens during our baptism, from God's point of view and from our point of view.
• Loved the video of the Russian baptisms - you really have to want it!
• So good to share with other mission partners this morning, God is doing some amazing things through their work!
• Preaching tomorrow evening at a men's gathering in Polk County. 
• The construction trailer arrives on campus this week! 
• Looking forward to seeing the construction begin.
• Celebrated my dad's 80th birthday yesterday, I really love time with my family.
• Only 2 weeks left in the college football season - it is almost over. I must admit it has been a tough season to be a Gator fan.
• John Ortberg's book, "Soul Keeping" is an excellent read!
• Who knew glow sticks could be so much fun.
• Something to Chew on; Wisdom is not the product of schooling but of the lifelong attempt to acquire it. ~ Albert Einstien 

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Preached at River Run Christian Church in Melbourne this morning on the Authority of God's word.
• Wonderful time seeing many friends from years past. There really is nothing like the family of God!
• Key Lesson #1, When one evaluates the structure and uniqueness of the Bible, one comes away with the conclusion the Bible is the Word of God. 
• Key Lesson #2, we are not saved by believing the Bible we are saved by believing in the One who is revealed in the Bible; Jesus!  
• Great time at Roundup yesterday, so good to reconnect with alumni and friends of JUFL. 
• Once again I am humbled by the generosity of God's people.
• BTW, generosity is not always tied to resources, some of the most generous people I know have limited resources.   
• While yesterday was the Last Roundup, I am looking forward to the new opportunities on the horizon for the University. 
• Now that the Gator's season is all but over, it looks like my Saturdays are freed up.
• Looks like it is time to turn my attention to college basketball.
• I have to admit the extra hour of sleep was wonderful last night.
• 50 days until Christmas! How can that be!
• Two very special birthdays this week, my dad turned 80 yesterday and my oldest son turns 37 on Wednesday. 
• I can understand my dad turning 80, but how can I have a 37-year-old son? 
• Something to Chew on; Within the covers of the Bible are the answers for all the problems men face. ~ Ronald Regan