Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• I worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning. Jim wrapped up his mission emphasis month with a sermon focusing on evangelism. 
• The key thought in the message; Our ministry is to our members, our mission is to reach those who are outside of Christ.
• Spent the evening with some college students who are focusing on music and worship, I really enjoyed their company and their passion.
• I have forgotten how much college men can eat!
• Bethany came home for the weekend. I really love it when the kids come home, but the house sure seems empty when they are gone.
• I do not understand Bluetooth technology, I am just amazed it works!
• I think Punxsutawney Phil was a little confused about the weather on February 2nd! One day it is Spring, the next Winter returns and then we get a taste of Summer! Florida weather is really wild this year.
• I enjoy watching college basketball, but some announcers are really "in the tank" and are displaying a real bias for their teams and this makes listening to the games difficult.
• I get the opportunity to teach an adult Bible Study this Wednesday night, yes this is one of my things to do!
• The more I learn about the public school system, the more I am appreciative of what teachers do every day. 
• Teachers are under-resourced, under-appreciated and overextended, yet every day they are making a difference in their students.
• Something to Chew on; I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me - the task of testifying to the good news of God's grace. ~ The Apostle Paul, Acts 20:24

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning.
• Jim's message focused on barriers to church growth. 
• Why are there barriers, you would think every church would want to grow?
• The final song during the offering was very powerful. As Tony said, "Every tribe, tongue and nation", May God be praised!
• Attended the funeral of a dear saint this afternoon. So inspiring to see how one life can have an impact on the kingdom of God. 
• I am sure Frances heard the words, "Well Done Good and Faithful Servant", last Thursday.
• I connected with several ministers over the past week, so good to hear what God is doing in many of our churches.
• When you receive Oreos on Valentine's Day you know someone "gets you" and they were dipped in chocolate as well! She REALLY gets me!
• I had a major win yesterday, I avoided the half-off candy at the grocery store on February 15, yes the struggle was real! 
• Something to Chew on; A river cuts through rock, not because of power, but because of persistence. ~ Jim Watkins 

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning.
• Haitian Women's chorus kicked off our worship in a wonderful way.
• When evangelism is no longer a priority in the local church, the church ceases to have an impact on the community.
• Evangelism defined as one beggar telling another beggar where to find bread!
• The movie 1917 is a very moving movie, there are so many sermon illustrations in the film. 
• One week without football, at least March Madness is just around the corner.
• Today I traveled 7 miles and left the house at 9:00 am to attend church. What a wonderful day! 
• From this week's devotional; God will not necessarily take your problems away, but he will carry the load for you.
• This is SNR #492, I can't believe #500 is almost here!
• I think it would be great if they made heart-shaped white chocolate Oreos in honor of Valentine's Day. Is that too much to ask?
• 50% of all Valentine cards are purchased within 48 hours of Valentine's Day. 
• Something to Chew on; Lack of direction, not lack of time, is the problem. We all have twenty-four hours in a day. ~ Zig Ziglar

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped at First Christian Church of Seminole today.
• Celebrating the church's Faith Promise weekend. Global Missions is a priority at FCC. 
• When global missions is the priority in a church you can sense it in the congregation's actions and spirit. 
• Show me a church committed to missions and I will show you a faithful church interested in extending God's kingdom.
• Reconnected with a man from my first ministry today. While traveling to represent the University, I never know who I may see. 
• I also connected with an alumna from the first graduating class of CFBC,  Good to see you, Lisa!
• Super Bowl Sunday is the last football game until August.
• Question; Do you remember when marching bands performed at the halftime of the Superbowl? 
• There was a time when I knew the words to the songs performed at halftime.
• Last week was an enjoyable time cruising with our Senior Saints. 
• Shopping in the markets in Mexico is an experience. 
• A shout out to Suzy for being my dog sitter this past week, you are the best!
• My dad passed away two years ago today. He loved my mom, his boys, and John Wayne! I am so thankful for his work ethic and wisdom. I know he is enjoying heaven today!
• Something to Chew on; Carve your name on hearts, not tombstones. A legacy is etched into the minds of others and the stories they share about you. ~ Shannon Adler

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped on the Brilliance of the Seas cruise ship this morning.
• Wonderful message by Dr. David Eubanks from the life of Joseph. 
• The message was inspiring and so timely! 
• Watching members of the cruise ship share communion with us this morning was special. I wonder how many times a year they have the opportunity to partake in communion. I am so thankful we were able to provide this service to them!
• I am thankful for the staff, faculty, and students of JUFl who served our senior saints early Saturday morning as we left for the cruise. You guys are the BEST!
• Observation #1, about our cruise, some people have tattoos in some unusual places and in the words of Forrest Gump, "That is all I going to say about that!"
• Observations #2, There is fierce competition in the Belly Flop contest!
• Something to Chew on; Christianity is not a set of teachings to learn, it is a person to follow. ~ H. and R. Blackaby Experiencing God Day by Day
• One last thought; Karaoke at 10:00 tonight, this could be fun!

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Preached at First Christian Church of Babson Park this morning.
• Kicked off their Faith Promise Emphasis with a message from Ephesians 3:20.
• Key thoughts, There is a need for missions and a prerequisite for missions.
• Questions asked; The world cries for you, do you cry for the world? 
• If the heart is right, missions will become your passion.
• Remember, missions is not only across the ocean; sometimes it is across the street or in the office or at school and in the breakroom at work.
• With this week's message, I complete a 10 week stretch of preaching. While preaching has been both challenging and invigorating, I am looking forward to being back at my home church!
• From this week's devotional; We are not saved from our sins so we will simply qualify for heaven, God delivered us so we may have a relationship with Him. 
• Next week SNR may be a little late as I will be on the high seas with 149 senior citizens - I love my job.
• The number 1 activity I am looking forward to on our cruise - READING! I already have my book in the suitcase!
• Papa (me) and Savannah have a new adventure coming up in 2 weeks - I can't wait!
• How can January be half over?
• Sock rings are a lifesaver! If you are not aware of sock rings you can check out Amazon.
• I know I am late to the party, but I am enjoying my firestick.
• Hey Florida friends, Winter is coming this week, hang in there we will get through this together! 
• For my northern friends, the struggle is real.
• Something to Chew on; Big Assignments requires big character, God will give you a responsibility in proportion to the size of your character.  ~ Henry and Richard Blackaby  

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Preached at Port St. Lucie Christian Church today on the topic of grace!
• Key thought #1, If we are are going to make a difference in this world today, we must dispense grace to a hurting world.
• Key thought #2, You cannot fake grace for when grace is absent from the body of Christ, the world will notice something is not right.
• Yesterday's Mosaic Roundtable was inspiring. 
• The worship and the teaching reminded us of the variety of gifts God has for his church. 
• Yes we did see a preview of heaven; every tribe, tongue, and nation. 
• The song "Goodness of God" runs through my mind a lot! You can hear it here.
• From this week's devotional; If the Son of God required a night of prayer in order to determine the Father's mind, how long might it take us in prayer to clearly determine God's will?
• Great visit with my boys today, great lunch and a great time playing trivia games.
• Google maps amaze me!
• White Chocolate Oreos found White Chocolate Oreos gone!
• My daughter turns 27 next Monday, where did the time go?
• Tomorrow evening I predict the Tigers will win the College Football National Championship, which Tigers, I am not sure!
• Something to Chew on; When we follow God's direction we will witness things happening in our lives that can only be explained by his powerful presence. ~ Experiencing God, Day by Day.