Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped at New Hope CC in Nokomis this morning. 
• Great worship and very receptive audience.
• This mornings message dealt with the subject of the authority of God's word. 
• Funny how we have come to believe many of today's issues are up for a vote, Why, because we fail to recognize Biblical Authority. 
• Biblical authority is not intolerant it is a lifeline in a world questioning all other authority. 
• After spending 2 1/2 years traveling around the state, I think I might be ready to write a book.
• Titles I am considering; "My View; Looking at ministry though a windshield!" (this would be a salute to all my traveling.  or "I really wished I would have paid more attention in Bible College, things I did not know I would need to know" (Short title, I thought I had seen everything!)
• College football is really getting interesting.
• Watched the beginning of the Colts/Broncos Game  tonight - Colts fans really have class! 
• Is cooler weather on the way.
• For some reason I was thinking about eternity a lot today. 
• Something to Chew on; The Bible Teaches us what is right what is not right, how to get right and how to stay right! Warren Weirsbee    

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts From an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped at FCC Kissimmee today, great message on the power of Intercessory Prayer. 
• While the message of Intercessory Prayer was good, Jim's example with Congressman Grayson was a perfect example. Thanks Jim for your witness.
• One of those "God things" happened this morning, I arrived at FCCK with no responsibilities, however I left being the point man for a baptism at the college, what a great blessing - The best piece of advice I can give anyone based on today's events; always look for moments to be used by God.
• Really appreciated the testimonies at ROUNDUP this year. 
• The Alumni Band did a wonderful job!
• Hey David Wheeler, your "pilgrim" illustration was great! So True!
• I am really enjoying the AMAZING RACE this season
• I am speaking to a group of men this week about the future of the church, I hope they are ready!
• With all the leadership resources available today, there really is no reason for a leadership vacuum in our culture.
• I really love this verse
• I do not understand the top 25 in college football. Some of the teams need to play someone of substance to get a ranking.
• Something to Chew On; The greatest day in your life and mine is when we take total responsibility for our attitudes. That's the day we truly grow up. ~ John Maxwell   

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped in Nokomis today at the New Hope Christian Church.
• Today's message focused on becoming a people who offer grace in a grace-less society.
• The story of the Prodigal Son is really a story of 3 sons; one who left his father's home, one who left his father's heart and one who left Heaven to rescue the first two sons.
• Have you ever noticed the story of the Prodigal son has no ending? 
• Once again I realized we live in a very small world. Met a family we worshiped with in Orlando almost 30 years ago.
• Attended a funeral this week of a young girl who literally changed everyone she touched! I marveled at the faith of her parents!
• This month is clergy appreciation month, remember to thank the ones who have provided you with spiritual leadership. They truly practice second mile living everyday!
• There is an outpouring of prayer going toward an alumnus of CFBC the past few weeks, so good to be connected in this "FACEBOOK" age.
• Connecting with a long time friend in youth ministry this week, can't wait to hear what is happening in his life. 
• How can 6 weeks of college football go by so fast?
• Something to Chew on; “What is applauded as exceptional at first will then be expected because applause is addictive. But a person can only receive what is given to them by heaven.”  ~ Andy Stanley at this year's Catalyst Conference

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped at our home church this morning, so nice to leave the house at 9:15 rather than 7:30!
• Great message on Truth - We do not always want to her the truth, but we need the truth.
• If we really take to heart the words of Jesus in John 3, we can understand why the carnal mind is so opposed to the ways of Jesus.
• My son's wedding was the first weekend in September and It is amazing how many offers he is receiving for home financing and other offers - Direct mail is troublesome!
• Attended a funeral of a man this week, who really understood what it meant to take advantage of opportunities in this life.
• Church leaders we must recapture this idea from John Piper's book, "Brothers, we are not professionals".
• I have to admit we have been too busy focusing on the "Professional side of Ministry" we have forgotten our first priority is to be a shepherd!
• I have heard of several alumni of JUFL going through some very difficult times this week. In light of this, I thought of the Lincoln quote below.
• Something to Chew on; “In this sad world of ours sorrow comes to all and it often comes with bitter agony. Perfect relief is not possible except with time. You cannot now believe that you will ever feel better. But this is not true. You are sure to be happy again. Knowing this, truly believing it will make you less miserable now. I have had enough experience to make this statement.” ~ Abraham Lincoln

Sunday Night Reflections

 A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped at Ocala Christian Church this morning, I really enjoy worshiping with the folks in Ocala.
• I was asked to speak on "THE STORY" This morning's topic; Abraham.
• The call of Abraham meant a call to the unknown, the impossible, and the future.
• Greatest title bestowed on a man was given to Abraham - Isaiah 41:8, Abraham was my friend. Are you a friend of God?
• Watching the Gator game yesterday should be a reminder when opportunity comes, you better be ready!
• I realized tonight what I watch on TV is simply not Emmy worthy! And that is a good thing!
• The Dolphins are 3 and 0, Maybe....
• Next month is clergy appreciation month, I hope my readers realize how blessed they are to have a spiritual leader.
• Unless there is some kind of scheduling hiccup, it looks like I am off the road next weekend!
• I know it is hard to get into the "Fall" season when it is still showing 90 on the thermometer - But I cannot wait for Thanksgiving.
• Something to Chew on; To wait on God is not to worry, fret or take control. Waiting is sustained effort to stay focused on God through prayer and belief. ~ Max Lucado, Twitter

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped with the church family in Deleon Springs today. I love their spirit, they are really genuine about their faith.
• Impressed with prayer time prior to worship, they understand the promise of Zechariah 4:6 
• This morning's message focused on the subject; Identity; What does God's people look like today?
• We are recognized by God, not by the "fish decal" on our car or the cross around our neck, but by the way we treat others.
• Note how Jesus treated others and model his way! 
• Question who is the one person you know who needs the love of Christ in their life?
• Sometimes God puts people in your life unexpectedly, so YOU can grow in His Grace!
• How can 3 weeks of the college football season already be in the books?
• Did I mention how much I dislike Windows 8?
• Another  group of college kids are calling our place their home away from home, better order a giant supply of popcorn!
• Dolphins are 2 and 0, should I get excited or wait for the heartache?
• Never has the phrase, "mild to moderate" meant so much to me than this weekend.
• Something to Chew on; A genuine leader is not a searcher of consensus, but a molder of consensus ~ Martin Luther King, Jr.

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped with First Christian Church of Sun City Center today, this congregation has such a sweet spirit. 
• They have a new minister arriving in a couple of weeks and I am sure they will make a difference in the Sun City Center Community. 
• Today's message focused on the power of God's word, in light of all we face today, let us remember these words.  
• There is a great deal of comfort that comes from realizing God's word is the final authority.
• Favorite quote from this mornings message; The Bible teach us what is right, what is not right, how to get right and how to stay right!
• Second favorite quote; God's word is for God's people to live Godly lives.
• Great lunch with some good friends today, I am continually amazed how people are connected through the family of God.
• Experienced my first Grandparents Day as a participant - BLESSED!
• Are they still playing baseball?
• Fall temperatures are coming to Florida; should arrive sometime around November 21
• Well the Gators get a bye this week, I hope they make good use of it!
• Something to Chew on; Everyone thinks of changing the world, but no one thinks of changing himself ~ Leo Tolstoy