Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Preached at Union Park Christian Church in Orlando this morning on the subject of the Authority of God's Word.
• Our culture needs to understand there is no such thing as YOUR truth or MY truth, only THE truth!
• It does make a difference what you believe. 
• I think preaching should have two main purposes; to comfort the afflicted, and afflict the comfortable!
• Looking forward to teaching at Kissimmee Christian Church and Fairway Christian Church this week, both opportunities energize me.
• Finished up the book, A Life Beyond Amazing by David Jeremiah this weekend. Great and practical illustrations for my preacher friends. You should pick up a copy.
• Next book on my 2018 Reading List; Soul Keeping, Caring for the most important part of you by John Ortberg.
• Cold again - YIKES! I thought this was Florida.
• Jaguars? Jaguars!! 
• White Chocolate Oreos are gone from the grocery store shelves! Wait, I see it is girl scout cookie season again - happiness returns!
• Two words; Thin Mints
• Easter falls on April 1st this year, just wondering if it is appropriate to have April Fool's pranks on Resurrection Sunday. What kind of pranks would you pull on that day?
• On a cold day like today, Panera Soup rocks!
• Something to Chew on; Prayer can be compassionate, but compassion requires more than prayer ~ David Jeremiah

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped at FCC Orange Park today.
• The senior minister presented a wonderful message from the book of Acts focusing on the beginning of the church.
• I think it is a good message when the minister brings something fresh to a familiar passage of scripture, that is exactly what Jim did this morning!
• Key thought from the message; The church is to be a movement.
• Key thought #2, Through the Holy Spirit, the church has everything it needs to reach the world for Christ.
• So thankful to the FCC Orange Park for ministering to my parents. (yes, this is the church where they worship)
• After tomorrow, there will be not be any college football until September. 
• No matter who wins tomorrow night, the SEC will add another championship to their trophy case. 
• I am enjoying reading A Life Beyond Amazing by David Jeremiah, a great study on the Fruit of the Spirit.
• JUFL students returned to campus this past weekend. We are only 17 weeks away from Graduation!
• Wow, this past week has been very cold for this Florida boy!
• I begin a 10-week Bible Study at Kissimmee Christian Church on Wednesday, looking forward to this opportunity!  
• Something to Chew on; Nobody can take your peace from you. If you have lost your peace, you have lost it for one main reason - you have surrendered it. ~ Charles Stanley

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning.
• Great time watching our student ministry lead the worship time today. 
• I do not know about you, but it is extremely comforting to know we are a new creation; IN CHRIST!
• Jim's message highlighting what God is doing through the people of KCC was very inspiring.
• My travel break is over, starting next week, I am back on the road representing JUFL. Next stop; FCC Pompano Beach!
• I preached or represented JUFL 31 Sundays in 2017. 
• Wonder what churches I will visit in 2018?
• #1 item I discovered during my travels around the state is the diversity of our churches.
• The NFL regular season wrapped up today. Will the Dolphins ever be relevant again?
• The bowl season really gets interesting starting tomorrow! 
• Going to the theater is always an enjoyable experience. 
• I am leading an adult Bible study at KCC this winter, looking forward to teaching again.
• Lots of construction happening at JUFL this semester, can't wait to see all the projects completed.
• 2018 is almost here! Hope I can stay awake to see the ball drop in NYC.
• Goodbye 2017, it has been an amazing year! 
• Something to Chew on; Character is the ability to carry out a good resolution long after the excitement of the moment has passed ~ Cavett Robert

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning.
• Watched the baptismal waters stir once again, can you think of a better gift to receive at Christmas than the gift of eternal life!
• Tonight I attended the Christmas Eve service at River Run Christian Church in Melbourne.
• Little Savannah did a wonderful job in the role as Carrie Ingalls! A star is born; Well I could be a little prejudice!
• I always find this song so haunting, but this version is unique and was part of the worship service tonight.
• Do you remember when all stores closed at 6:00 pm on Christmas Eve?
• In 8 days we will begin a new year, what resolutions will you make in the New Year?
• Found out this week, one of our Christmas guests is bringing Peanut Butter Fudge to our Christmas dinner - there goes the diet. Can break a new year resolution before the new year begins? 
• Something to Chew on; My idea of Christmas, whether old-fashioned or modern, is very simple: love others. Come to think of it, why do we have to wait for Christmas to do that? ~ Bob Hope

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning.
• One of the best Christmas messages I have heard in a long time. 
• Jim's series, "Jesus the Gift that keeps on Taking" has been a great series of messages and looked at the Christmas season in a different way.
• Key thought from the message; through Christ, we are adopted into God's family as sons. Let that thought sink in a little bit.
• I do miss preaching during the Christmas season.
• Attended a wonderful wedding today, congratulations Devon and Amber, your wedding was beautiful.
• I am so thankful for the friends God brings in to my life.
• I know I am old school, but I can watch, "It's a Wonderful Life" every Christmas. Jimmy Stewart is a national treasure.
• Turned 59 today, hard to imagine that the next birthday is number 60, time goes by so fast, don't blink.
• The College Football Bowl season is upon us, it really is the most wonderful time of the year.
• Christmas is only 7 days away, now is the time Christmas shopping gets really fun!
• My Birthday dinner was very nice Friday, good food and good company.
• Something to Chew on; He who has not Christmas in his heart will never find it under the tree. ~ Roy L. Smith

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning. 
• Jim continued his series the "Gift that keeps on Taking."
• His one point message focused on the Jesus taking away our sins.
• Friday Night JUFl hosted Night of Noel, now the Christmas season can begin!
• Always good to see so many good friends at Night on Noel!
• I think they had a special reason to attend this year. It looks like they were satisfied.
• Reconnected with friends from Tennessee this weekend, always a blessing to have David and Cathy in my life!
• Attended the Candlelight Processional tonight at Epcot, for over 50 years the candlelight processional has been a part of the Disney tradition, first at Disneyland and now at Disney World. Thank you, Walt!
• Few songs stir one's soul like the Hallelujah Chorus! 
• What is figgy pudding?
• Finals this week at JUFL, the first semester is almost over!
• Oh, how I miss college football. 
• Something to Chew on; Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everything. ~ Plato  

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thought from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning. 
•  A new take on the Christmas Message, "The Gift that Keeps on Taking!" 
• The Charles Dickens' Illustration was very powerful.
• We sang one of my favorite Christmas carols this morning, Joy to the World (Unspeakable Joy), You cannot help but smile when you sing this song. 
• What brings you joy during the Christmas season?
• I am enjoying my time off the road during the Christmas season.
• Spent the weekend in Jacksonville at my family Christmas party. As I grow older I appreciate my family Christmas party more and more!
• I am thankful and blessed by the people in my life!
• If you are looking for a good book to read, let me suggest Deep Work. The book is challenging and will change the way you look at your job and the work you do!
• I know there will be a lot of disagreement, but I believe the College Football Playoff committee got it right!
• After watching all the new college football hires, I must say I am looking forward to next season with great anticipation. 
• This Friday, JUFL will present our annual Night of Noel Christmas Concert, If you have never attended the concert you are missing a real treat. 
• Don't look now, but in 28 days it will be 2018!
• Something to Chew on; Striving for excellence motivates you, Striving for perfection demoralizes you ~ Harriet Braiker