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Monday, February 19, 2024

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

This week's edition comes to you on Monday, thanks to Allegiant Airlines and their timely scheduling - NOT!
Three-hour delay!
Worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church on Sunday.
Jim's message focused on getting out of the boat, focusing on Peter and Jesus walking on the water.
Key Point #1; Too many people want the safety of the boat!
Key Point #2, When we get out of the boat that is where we find Jesus.
I was finally able to get over the Flu, now if I can shake this cough!
Spending the first part of the week in Knoxville on the Johnson University campus.
The first thing I noticed this morning, you have to scrape the ice off your windshield before your day gets started. I guess this is reason #207 why I live in Florida!
First Sunday without football!
There is only one more weekend in February, how is that possible!
One good thing about March, I get to open another box of white chocolate Oreos! So far I a limiting my supply to one box a month! #oreodiscipline.
Something to Chew on; For most of us, the great danger is not that we will renounce our faith. It is that we will become so distracted and rushed and preoccupied that we will settle for a mediocre version of it. We will just skim our lives instead of actually living them. ~ John Ortberg

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

I was scheduled to preach at Fort Caroline Christian Church this morning. Unfortunately, I got sick Saturday evening and was unable to preach this morning.
This is the first time in my 13 years working at Johnson University FL I have missed a preaching assignment due to illness.
So thankful the church had other missionaries attending who filled in for my absence.
So far I am not impressed with the $700,000,000 commercials this evening.
I know it is a big game, but a four-hour preshow, seriously!
Something to Chew on; Some things are so unexpected that no one is prepared for them. ~ Leo Rosten

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

I worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning.
I had to worship solo as Lori was in Michigan this weekend.
We kicked off the church's missions emphasis month today.
Great messsage by Al Serhal from Hippa Valley Christian Mission.
It is amazing what God is doing in Zimbabwe today.
We were able to see the baptismal waters stir once again today.
I read an article this week stating Florida has the worst drivers in the United States, after this week, I believe it.
No football this weekend, well there was the Pro Bowl, but that is not the same thing.
Next Sunday is the big game, who ya' got?
7 million for a commercial during the Super Bowl. Seriously!
I discovered Oreo is buying ad space for the Super Bowl. Oreo, you do not need an ad, simply sell White Chocolate Oreos year round!
Our Cruise to Alaska is coming up in July, on Thursday I have the opportunity to preview the ship to check out meeting spaces for the 110 people traveling with us.
I am not worried about taking 110 people to Alaska, I just want to make sure I bring back the same 110 people! #herdingcats
Something to Chew on; In our prayers, we talk to God, in our Bible Study God talks to us, and we had better let God do most of the talking. ~ D.L. Moody

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

I preached at New Life Christian Church in Wildwood this morning.
The message focused on how to be people of the second chance. A look at the actions of the father in the parable of the Prodigal Son.
The key point of the message, is we have all received a second chance through Jesus.
NLCC has one of the best greeting ministries I have experienced, The church is both friendly and helpful. when guests arrive.
I don't recommend movies very often, however, The Boys in the Boat is very inspiring.
Florida weather; 80s one day, 60s the next day, can't we just compromise and have it be in the 70s all the time?
Something to Chew on; The secret of your success is determined by your daily agenda. ~ John Maxwell

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

We worshiped at Kissimmee Christian church this morning.
Jim continued his series, winning the War in 2024.
We were able to see the baptismal waters stir once again!
Watching a teenager give his life to Christ reminds all of us the church has a future.
Key Point in the message, We cannot control what happens to us, but we can control how we perceive it.
We had a quick trip to Tampa today to celebrate Bethany's B-Day! Good Times
When your wife is a Detroit fan and you are in the land of the Buccaneers, you must cheer in secret!
I had an opportunity to hear three of our alumni speak last week, it was good to hear them preach the Word.
To my northern friends, Florida is experiencing a winter season this year.
NFL Playoffs! YES!
Something to Chew on; I am not afraid of an army of lions led by a sheep; I am afraid of an army of sheep led by a lion. Alexander the Great.

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

We worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning.
It was good to be back home with our church family.
Jim continued his series winning the war in 2024.
Key point of the message; If you want to win the war, you have to be willing to rewire your thought patterns, literally rewrite the way you think.
There is a big difference between a rut and a trench. Build a trench!
The fins season is over, but it was a great ride! Looking forward to the 2024 season!
Hey NFL, Streaming playoff games is not good.
I was asked this week, What do I enjoy most about my job? answer; watching people model generosity in unexpected ways.
Generous people are gracious people.
John Maxwell's book, "The 16 Undeniable Laws of Communication" is a great read.
Law #4 is a must for everyone wishing to communicate well.
I get the opportunity to hear three of our alumni preach this week. I am looking forward to hearing how they handle their topics.
Did someone say it is Girl Scout cookie season!
Something to Chew on; God's primary will for your life is not the achievements you accrue, it is the person you become. ~ John Ortberg

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

After a 7 week absence, we returned to Kissimmee Christian Church for worship this morning.
So good to be back home.
Jim's message focused on the importance of how we think.
Key thought number 1, Winning the mind battle means replacing old, harmful thoughts with new life-giving thoughts.
Key Point #2, Remove the lie and replace it with truth.
Christmas is finally over at Casa Tison and I can say I am amply stocked with White Chocolate Oreos.
JUFL Students return for the last semester tomorrow. I never thought I would be typing those words.
1 more game left in the NFL season, all I can say to the fins is, "Just Win Baby!"
Something to Chew on; Most people miss opportunity because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work. ~ Thomas Edison