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Sunday, January 18, 2026

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

We worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning.
Shawn continued his series on everyday discipleship.
Shawn preached a great message on a topic we seldom hear in today's pulpits - SIN!
The impact of our sin is devastating to all of us.
Because of Sin, we are powerless.
He is correct we cannot fix our sin problem, we need outside help, and that help is Jesus.
Our life group kicked or a new study Friday evening. Focusing on what it means to honor the Sabbath.
God designed us to have a rhythm in this life and part of that rhythm is rest.
Why is it when we set about time to rest we sometimes feel guilty?
NFL playoff games played up north are brutal.
With the college football season coming to a close tomorrow evening there is one question; Indiana or Miami?
My first major project in retirement, organizing the garage, Fun Times - NOT!
Something to Chew on; No matter how many mistakes you make or how slow you progress, you are still way ahead of everyone who isn't trying. ~ Anonymous

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

We worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning.
Shawn focused on what it means to be a disciple.
Loving God and Loving Others is the foundation of being a disciple.
We attended the funeral of a Proverbs 31 lady Saturday. She was the ideal minister's wife and a wonderful adopted grandmother to my oldest son, David.
Today she is resting in the arms of Jesus.
Once again I discovered this is truly a small world as I reconnected with people from my first youth ministry over 40 years ago.
So many good memories to share.
Football wrap up #1, Indiana is for real.
Football wrap up #2, passes intercepted after the ball is deflected should not be charged to the quarterback. Sorry Trevor.
Something to Chew on; As we begin a new year listen to the words of Isaiah - Remember not the former things, nor consider the things of old. Behold, I am doing a new thing. ~ Isaiah 43:18-19 (ESV)

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

We worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning.
Shawn had a wonderful message based on the two lost sons of Luke 15.
Thank you Shawn for the different perspective on what we call the parable of the Prodigal Son.
Shawn's application of the message was and will be transformative if you keep the resolution all year.
It was great to witness a congregation practice generosity on Christmas Eve.
Great things are happening at KCC.
My first week as a retiree from full time work went well.
Curious, when should one take down their outdoor Christmas decorations?
Dinner with Good Friends is always a treat!
Peanut Butter Fudge gone, Chocolate Santa gone, Chex Party Mix gone, so glad I hide the White Chocolate Oreos!
Something to Chew on; One thing have I asked of the Lord, that will I seek after: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of the Lord and to inquire in his temple. Psalm 27:4 (ESV)

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day.

I finished my time preaching at Citrus Ridge Church this morning.
I will miss worshipping with the group of believers
Today's message focused on the Compassion of Christ.
While it is good to show compassion physically, the most compassionate thing you can do is introduce someone to Jesus.
We made it back to Kissimmee Christian Church where Heath brought a message from the book of Colossians and the supremacy of Christ.
We witnessed the baptismal waters stir once again.
Celebrated Christmas with the kids today.
The house always seems really quiet once they leave.
Best Christmas gift this year? Having all my kids at home today!
Something to Chew on; Joy to the world, the Lord has come!

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

I finished up my sermon series, "He shall be called from Isiah 9:6-7 this morning at Citrus Ridge Church.
Today's message; Everlasting Father.
Since Jesus is called the Everlasting Father, how should we then live? We are to Rest in His care, Take on the attributes of His Fatherly Love, and Trust in His faithfulness.
We had a great time with our Life Group Wednesday Evening, great friendships and good pie, who could ask for anything more?
New QB same results, well March Madness is only 3 months away.
No White Christmas for us this year, well if you count the color white of the sunscreen I am applying this week, I guess it will be a white Christmas after all.
Christmas Favorites part 2; Favorite Christmas Gift as a child, my Daisy BB Gun, no I did not shoot my eye out! yes I still have the BB Gun.Favorite Dessert; Red Velvet Cake, Favorite Christmas Song; O Holy Night.
Something to Chew on; Gifts of time and love are surely the basic ingredients of a truly Merry Christmas ~ Unknown

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

I preached at Citrus Ridge Church in Davenport this morning.
Today's message was from Isaiah 9:6, He shall be called Mighty God.
The focus of the message dealt with the supremacy of Jesus
Key Point #1, Since Jesus is the Mighty God, we can rest in knowing He can handle our hurts.
Key Point #2, Only a Mighty God could handle our sin problem, thus Jesus is the Mighty God.
It was Two-fer Sunday as we attended Kissimmee Christian Church as well this morning.
Thank you Tony for tonight's Sounds of Christmas, yes, it was a preview of heaven.
Christmas shopping almost done and I have not visited store yet. BTW, the UPS guy and I are developing a real friendship.
Christmas favorites; Movie - It is a Wonderful Life, Elf is a close second. Best Christmas Snack - Chex Mix, TV - A Charlie Brown Christmas.
Something to Chew on; Christmas is not as much about opening our presents as it is about opening our heart. ~ Janice Maeditere

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

I preached at Citrus Ridge Church this morning.
We kicked off the Christmas season with a message from Isaiah 9, titled "He shall be called... Wonderful Counselor."
Jesus is a wonderful counselor because of his relationship with us.
In his relationship with us he knows our scars and he knows our joys.
We also worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning as Shawn focussed on Mary and her role as a servant of God.
The Heart for the Arts project is very meaningful.
The announced Atrium changes look great.
Our life group wrapped up our series, "The Marks of a Disciple" This three week study looked at Gratitude, Generosity, and Community as Marks of a Christ Follower.
Saturday my family met in Jacksonville for our Family Christmas Party. Good Times.
It was great to share the legacy our family has in providing scholarships for college.
It is interesting watching college coaches plead their case for the CFP.
White Chocolate Oreos are back! Just in time, we ran out of our stock in October.
Something to Chew on; If you don't like something, change it. If you can't change it, change your attitude. ~ Maya Angelou