Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• I preached at Union Park Christian Church this morning.
• The message focused on prayer.
• Key Point #1, Often time prayer does not change God, prayer changes us.
• Key Point #2, Prayer is maying space for God in our spiritual walk.
• Union Park Christian Church has some very gracious people.
• When you look out in the audience and see your former Old Testament professor you hope he is not grading you!
• College Football is back!
• Once again we discovered why they play the games.  
•  Remember Upsets are part of the game.
•  I have to admit it was a little disheartening not to participate in a College Move In Day last week. 
• I am waiting for a report from the parents of our JUFL students who are now attending Johnson Univ. 
• Pumpkin Spice is already available! It is still summer folks! 
• Something to Chew on; We have to pray with our eyes on God, not on the difficulties. ~ Oswald Chambers

Sunday Night Reflections

 A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• We had a great day at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning, Jim continued his series on Momentum; the Church unstoppable.
• Jim's message was a great reminder why evangelism is so important, we are part of the church, because Peter was faithful to follow God's commands regarding reaching out to Cornelius in Acts 10.
• We witnessed a young man accept the call of salvation and witnessed his baptism.  
• We said goodbye to the students headed to Johnson University this week to begin their classes.
• Excited for the this group of young people.
• However it was bittersweet, for it was a reminder JUFL is closed.
• I will miss the excitement of upperclassman returning and freshman discovering their new normal.
•  Bacon is an essential oil? You had to be at worship this morning to find our!
• Our Life group started back up Friday evening, we introduced a new study, Traveling Light, the Promise of Psalm 23.
• A dear friend of mine has received a serious health diagnosis in recent weeks.
• While sadden by hearing the news, I know there will be a day when there will be no more sickness, no more pain, and no more fear, only rest in our Father's arms! 
• Something to Chew on; The best adventures often begin with a single step outside the comfort zone. ~ Anonymous 

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• We worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning.
• Jim continued his series "Momentum", today's message focused on the centurion Cornelius and his role in bringing his family to Saving grace.
• Key Point, Men, you play a vital role in your family's faith.
• Our men's ministry hostd our monthly prayer breakfast Saturday, wonderful time of fellowship and a great challenge for our new men's study.
• Our worship team shook things up this morning, we are blessed with a wonderful worship team. they truly prepare our hearts to receive God's word.
• How can tomorrow be the first day of school?
• Praying over our teachers this morning reminds us of the important part teachers play in a student's life.
•  Speaking of teachers, Johnson University's Chris Templar received her heavenly reward this week. Many words can be used to describe her work at Johnson University, but the word that describes her best - TEACHER!
• The wait is almost over, "Are you ready for some football?
• Is this the year?
• I am down to 3 boxes of White Chocolate Oreos! 
• Something to Chew on; Teachers can make such a profound impact on our lives and should be honored as heroes. ~ Rainn Wilson

Sunday Night Reflections

 A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• We worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning.
• Jim began a new series on Momentum, today's topic focused on the reason to believe the scriptures based on Acts 17.
• We were able to see the baptismal water stir this morning. This never gets old.
• I attended our elder's monthly prayer meeting tonight, no business allowed, only prayers for the congregations!
• More of our churches need to have regular elder's prayer meeting. It will make a difference.
• Watching the Olympics reveals how important time is to a person.  To lose by .005 of a second! Wow!
• Thankful it was just rain and wind!
• Hey teacher friends, I am praying for you as you return to the mission field.
• College Football begins this month.
• Something to Chew on; Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other. ~ John F. Kennedy

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day... 

• We worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning.
• Jim concluded his series on Glory Days from the book of Joshua.
• When a preacher shares the Word that is expected, when the preacher shares his heart you see his love for people. Thank you Jim for being transparent this morning.
• Watching the Olympics  is a reminder of how 1 second makes all the difference in the competition. 
• Speaking of the Olympics, why do we expect unbelievers to act differently.
• I was hoping all I would bring back from Alaska were memories, souvenirs and pictures. However by Tuesday I discovered I brought back a serious cold!  Yeck! 
• Working remotely is getting  more comfortable, however I miss the companionship of an office environment.  
• 34 Days, are you ready.
• We still have White Chocolate Oreos in the freezer from last year. We have limited ourselves to one box a month. #worththewait
• Something to Chew on; No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted. ~ Aesop

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an AMAZING Week!

• We attended Kissimmee Christian Church this morning.
• Jim's message was from the book of Joshua. Great message on the need live for the Glory of God!
• So fortunate to be a part of a thriving church family.
• We spent last week in Alaska.
• It is amazing to see our God's creation. Alaska is amazing.
• We saw a Moose! 
• We did not see a Bear.
• BTW, it never got above 58 all week. Good Times!
• The #1 question asked all week, What time is it? Crazy time zones did a number on my sleep habits.
• The Microsoft Glitch Friday impacted our cruise. Sleeping on the airport floor is not restful.
• Though it was a wonderful trip, Dorothy said it best, Thre is no place like home!
• Because of the Glitch, I missed the funeral of a lovely woman, Paula is now in the arms of Jesus, hearing the words, Well Done Good and Faithful servant!
• Something to Chrw on; There will be a Day ~ Jeremy Camp (if you know, you know)

Sunday Night Reflections

 A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• We worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning.
• Jim preached on the power of blood as it relates to our redemption this morning.
• The image of EVERYONE bringing a lamb to the temple EVERY year is a sobering thought of how costly is our redemption.
• Today's message helped me recall the old hymn; "Nothing but the Blood of Jesus"
• "O precious is the flow, that makes me white as snow, no other fount I know, nothing but the blood of Jesus."
• Our trip to Alaska is getting close!
• I think the Hallmark Channel created Christmas in July! Just sayin' 
• Working at home is different! When your administrative assistant is your pet Chihuahua, you know things have changed. 
• Lily is having some difficulty working the copier, And she is demanding a raise!
• We had lunch with a dear friend Wednesday, Good Times.
• I am blessed with such good friends! 
• Something to Chew on; Life is a series of experiences, each one of which makes us bigger, even though sometimes it is hard to realize this. ~ Henry Ford