Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning. 
• Student minister, Lance brought the message today. Great thoughts about what we fear, Question; what are you afraid of?
• I have been doing a character study of the life of David, it is amazing how God used this flawed man. He truly was a man after God's own heart. 
• David's life is characterized by his wise decisions and his foolish choices.
• I seldom receive much mail, but for the last two weeks, the political parties have flooded my mailbox, and it really has not made an impact on how I vote. However, their mail has filled my recycle bin.
• One thing I will say, all these political ads have been a financial boom for the printing business and the USPS. 
• Today my dad would have been 81, really miss talking to him. He was so wise. 
• Hosted a lunch with community partners today at JUFL, so thankful for the companies who helped us out at the beginning of the school year.
• I find Broadway plays highly entertaining. 
• I believe music is the language of the heart!
• Dark at 6:00 this evening. Yech!
• What do you mean this was week 10 of the college football season.
• Can we at least celebrate Thanksgiving before we celebrate Christmas?
• I cannot explain it, but there is something comfortable about a Peanut Butter and Jelly sandwich and a cold glass of milk.
• Something to Chew on; The more we trust in God, the more mature we become and the more we will enjoy His faithfulness, caring heart, and wise counsel. ~ Bamigboye Olurotimi 

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning.
• The message focused on the power of the Holy Spirit in the believer's life.
• Key thought from the morning message; I want to value my relationships with God as much as He values my relationship with Him.
• I continue to be humbled by the generosity of God's people.
• Once again we are reminded this world is not evolving into something better, we are devolving and our world needs Jesus.
• I also heard a message live by David Uth on the subject of not only being hearers of the word but doers of the word as well!
• Let us remember one of the unique features of scripture;  The Bible is designed to comfort the afflicted and afflict the comfortable.
• The traffic in my town tests one's patience.
• Fall is visiting Florida this week.
• This month is designated Clergy Appreciation Month, being a minister is tough work, PLEASE pray for your minister!
• I wish I could find a cure for migraine headaches. 
• Do people still participate in Trick or Treat by going house to house in their neighborhood?
• Spent the evening at Epcot tonight at a Starship Concert, music from the 80's is hard to forget. Good Stuff!
• Something to Chew on; We are products of our past, but we don't have to be prisoners of it. ~ Rick Warren

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshipped at Ocala Christian Church this morning.
• Roger began a new series titled DIFFERENT, a study of 1 Peter.
• Great message on handling trials today.
• Key Truth #1, Remember there is always a purpose in our pain.
• Key Truth #2, A Faith that can be tested is a faith that can be trusted.
• Roger is a good preacher and a good friend, we have been friends for almost 30 years! 
• That kind of friendship is prized today!
• I believe all of Florida is under some form of road construction. 
• I would love to have stock in the "Bob's Barricades" company.
• The last couple of weeks I have led a Bible Study from the book of Philippians. Great Book!
• I read this week that H.B.London passed away this week, in my early years of ministry his resources from Focus on the Family were invaluable to me.
• Did I hear it right? This was the 8th weekend of college football. Say it ain't so!
• The best thing about college football, you have to show up every weekend or your season can take a major hit when you least expect it!
• Wait a minute, is that Fall weather coming to Florida this week!
• While traveling to Ocala today a Billboard touted the jackpot of the lottery is now $999,000,000, imagine how many boxes of Oreos one could buy if they hit the jackpot!
• Something to chew on; I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it means to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation. ~ The Apostle Paul, Philippians 4:12

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning. The message was from my favorite topic - GRACE!
• I do not think I will ever really understand the gift of grace, it truly is amazing.
• I do know this, the world would be a much better place if we could get a handle on this wonderful gift from God.
• I also had the pleasure to hear a message on how to handle trails today, powerful message for all of us. 
• There are so many good worship songs out there today. Living Hope is just one of my favorites, you can listen to it here.
• The devastation of the Panhandle is a reminder not to put our trust in our possessions.
• Pleasantly surprised by the band Sister Hazel at Epcot tonight. 
• Three of the top ten College Football teams lost this weekend, This week was a reminder you have to show up every week!
• How can you not love chihuahuas?
• Fall Break is this week at JUFL, the semester is flying by!
• Fall has arrived in Florida, no dew on the windshield in the morning! So thankful for small blessings!
• Something to Chew on; They say a person needs just three things to be truly happy in this world; Someone to Love, Something to do and Something to hope for, ~ Tom Bodett

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped at Ocala Christian Church this morning 
• Roger preached on the subject of resisting temptation from 1 Corinthians 10.
• Key Thought #1, Temptation always begins with a thought - therefore we should set our minds on things above  (Colossians 3:1-3)
• Key Thought #2, The best way to keep temptation at bay is to Submit to the Lord's will in your life. 
• So good to see a couple of alumni using their gifts this morning. It is always good to see our alumni serving in the local church. 
• Presented a planned giving seminar today at Ocala Christian this afternoon.
• What kind of legacy are you leaving for future generations? I am not just talking about one's material resources.
• Received word the university's first librarian passed away this week, the tributes on social media have been inspiring. 
• The early years of Central Florida Bible College now Johnson University Florida were very special. Unless you were there, you just don't understand how special the early years were to and for us.
• I had the opportunity to see a high school drama department perform this past weekend. University High School in Orlando has a very talented group of teenagers!
• Saturday was the 6th week of the college football season, it is hard to believe we are at the halfway point of the season!
• I think the Kentucky loss was a wakeup call for the boys in orange and blue!
• I saw pumpkin spice pretzels in the grocery store yesterday, I think we have gone a little too far with the whole pumpkin spice thing!
• Looking forward to some cooler weather soon, for us in Florida that means highs in the mid to upper 80's 
• Something to chew on; It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are. E.E. Cummings

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped at First Baptist Church this morning.
• Powerful message on the need for baptism in our life
• Saw 20 people baptized this morning. This never gets old.
• Do you remember your baptism?
• Birthday celebration with some great friends today. The day was filled with both laughter and recalling days past!
• I am so thankful for GOOD memories.
• I am extremely glad we do not recall the BAD memories!
• Someone special bought me a new book today, "The red letter words of Jesus", Can't wait to begin reading this new devotional.
• Spending a couple days at a conference this week, time to be stretched once again. 
• If you are a true friend you will hold your friends accountable, I needed that reminder today!
• We are 4-1, Oh how that Kentucky loss stings now!
• This weekend I ate Pasta AND Pizza, time to get on the treadmill.
• While the food was good this weekend, the company with friends was GREAT.
• October? Already - Noooooooo!
• Good Teachers have to be one of our nation's greatest natural resources.
• Something to Chew on; Unless commitment is made, there are only promises and hopes... but no plans. ~ Peter Drucker

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning.
• Message from Tommy Smith, President of Johnson University.
• The message focused on living out the Kingdom of God here are earth.
• Key Thought #1, Where is the kingdom of God today? The place where God is the only ruler.
• Key thought #2, I am not able to change the world, but I can change my circle of influence.
• How are you doing with your circle of influence?
• Our circle of influence needs constant monitoring, I know mine does! 
• Baptismal waters stirred once again. Never gets old!
• College team led worship this morning, "Forever" by Cari Jobe has to be one of my favorite worship songs. If you are not familiar with the song you can hear it here.
• I had the privilege to hear a message from a church planter this weekend as well. It is really amazing to see what God will do if we are open to His leading.
• Spent a few days on the Knoxville campus this week, Great time connecting with dear friends and colleagues.
• Attending the inauguration of Johnson University's 7th president was inspiring.
• Tuesday is a big day on the Campus of Johnson University Florida. A new era is dawning on our campus. The festivities begin at 9:30, Come join us!
• I miss talking to my dad.
• I am not going to lie, I did not expect the margin of victory, but I did enjoy the game last night! 
• Pat down at the airport Friday, honestly do I really look that suspicious? 
• Question on FACEBOOK this week, if you could talk to anyone past or present for an hour who would it be? Hands down, JESUS!
• Something to Chew on; You can't take care of anyone else unless you first take care of yourself. ~ Michael Hyatt