Sunday Nnight Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Preached at First Christian Church of Arcadia this morning. 
• The message focused on my favorite topic; Grace.
• Key thought #1 today, we live in a world that no longer desires truth, but so desperately needs grace!
• Key thought #2, because of God's grace, we are compelled to live faithfully in an unfaithful world.
• I had lunch with some very good friends today, loved spending time with them.
• I loved the gifts they brought me, cookies, bread and a special gift, a drinking cup shaped like a football. Too Funny!
• The students are back! Let the teaching begin.
• Why does the freshmen class look so young this year?
• Has it really been 42 years since I was a freshman?
• Over the next couple of months, a couple of ministers in Florida are retiring from fruitful ministries. Well done men!
• College football is back, hey gators, how about closing down your opponent early in the 4th quarter, last night was too close for comfort.  
• To all my teacher friends, you really are making a difference!
• Churches that lift teachers up in prayer understand the influence a teacher has on our culture.
• Something to Chew on; My Grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness. ~ God 2 Corinthians 12:9

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning. 
• Message on living a fearless life.
• Living fearlessly gives me the confidence to serve, love and face eternity.
• The testimony during the message was very inspiring, yes we all have a responsibility to live out Christ in this hurting world.
• I had lunch with some wonderful people this afternoon. 
• Some people are just easy to talk to even when you barely know them.
• Once again we were reminded this week life is fragile and there is a hurting person in every worship service.
• From last week's Bible Study; Our faith is developed when we passionately and deliberately seek God's will for our life. 
• The freshmen class arrives on campus this Friday. They don't realize how their lives are going to change over the next 4 years. 
• I accidentally erased some important information from my computer last week, However, our IT Department was able to retrieve the information, so I am officially calling Monday Hug your IT Team Day!
• My word for the week; BACK UP YOUR FILES!
• I have noticed my house is VERY quiet after my kids go back to their homes!
• I am announcing now, I will not be available Saturday evening - yep, college football is back!
• Something to Chew on; Every choice to follow God's leading involves sacrifice, at least the sacrifice of our own desires. ~ Chuck Swindoll 

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped at First Christian Church Clearwater this morning.
• Great message on how to react when you are misjudged by others.
• Let us look to Jesus as the prime example of how to relate to others who misjudge us. 
• There is only one Biblical way to react when you have been misjudged by others; PRACTICE FORGIVENESS!
• A wonderful time of worship as the team helped us connect with Jesus this morning. The A'capella element was moving to say the least!
• I always enjoy sharing the JUFL story. From the early days to today, God has been active in training men and women for ministry and other strategic vocations at JUFL.
• Received a special gift for our school's computer lab today. I am always humbled by the generosity of God's people.
• I begin teaching at Kissimmee Christian Church this coming Wednesday evening. Looking forward to diving into the lives of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob!
• I was able to see all three of my children this weekend, a good time was had by all.
• Savannah and I had a wonderful time at Disney Friday.  When you have your granddaughter with you, it really is the happiest place on earth. 
• Mickey Mouse Ice Cream bars really hit the spot!
• I know it is only pre-season, but football is back!
• Something to Chew on; Forgiveness provides hope, joy and a bright future that nothing else can. ~ Paul J. Meyer

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• I was able to hear two good messages this weekend. One on the topic of Godly Fear and the other on the importance of trusting God and not trusting in our own self-sufficiency.
• Every time I think I hear my favorite worship song, a new week reveals a new song. It really is true, He does put a new song in our heart.
• Saw the baptismal waters stirred once again, this never gets old.
• Reflecting on friendship tonight.
• So blessed to have good friends in my life.
• God has brought so many people into my life. They truly are an encouragement to my soul. 
• From last week's small group study; Peace is a result of obedience to God and assurance that He is in control. 
• True peace is not only a calm exterior, but it is also a quiet heart.
• Dayton and El Paso once again remind us the world needs Jesus. 
• Only 20 days to go, if you know me, you know what I am talking about!
• Disney with Savannah this week, Papa and Savannah Time! I doubt we will visit the Hall of Presidents!
• I am trying to decide if I want to try a plant-based burger! Friends tell me they are good, we will have to see.
• Please, no plant-based Oreos! 
• Something to Chew on; I am the Lord your God, who teaches you what is best for you, who directs you in the way you should go. If only you had paid attention to my commands, your peace would have been like a river, your well-being like the waves of the sea. Isaiah 48:17-18

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning. 
• Fine message from the life of Titus.
• Great points about the importance of discipleship in the church.
• Without discipleship, we discover a shallow and narrow-minded church.
• So good to see so many teens make commitments at CIY Move last week.
• Thank you, Lance and Kellie, for all you do in the student ministry. 
• From this week's Bible Study, there are 3 places Christians should experience joy; At Salvation, During Trials, and At Death! 
• Spotted Fall Decorations in a local department store this week, It is too hot to be thinking about Pumpkin Spice right now!
• In less than 30 days the class of 2023 will show up at JUFL.
• If you want to meet your neighbors, walk your dog!
• I had a Spaghetti Salad for supper this past weekend, very tasty! Actually, I wish I had another serving right now!
• OK teachers, only a few more days left, maybe we should have a moment of silence to pay tribute to the death of summer.
• Publix has a new homestyle vanilla ice creme that is so good, this could be trouble. 
• Something to Chew on; I have placed before you an open door that no one can shut. ~ Jesus, Revelation 3:8

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning.
• A powerful message on the need for faithfulness in a corrupt world. 
• Key thought, we must be mindful there are people around us who desire to sidetrack us from following God's will. Yet we must be faithful to God's call in our life.  
• So good to reconnect with good friends this morning. Summer schedules make it tough to stay connected.
• Watching the celebrations of the moon landing this weekend has been inspiring. 
• Seeing CBS anchorman Walter Cronkite eyes get moist as he reported the landing reminds us what an amazing achievement it was to land on the moon.
• Has it really been 25 years since the original Lion King was in theaters?
• Saw my first 2019 College Football commercial onTV this afternoon, It will not be long now!
• I began preparing the lessons for my Wednesday Night Bible Study I am teaching this Fall at  Kissimmee Christian last week,  I really enjoy teaching the Bible.
• Hey meteorologist, it is supposed to be hot, it is Summer!
• So thankful I have access to what Jed Clampet called "A Cement Pond."
• Something to Chew on; Dear Children, let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth. ~ The Apostle John (1 John 3:18)

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped at Kissimmee Chrisitan Church this morning. 
• Jim's message came from Colossians 4:6, "Let your conversation be full of grace."
• In a world that throws around all kinds of accusations and bitterness, imagine what this world would be like if we all made a point to be gracious in every conversation!
• A wonderful time of worship this weekend as well. Also, who knew the tooth fairy was cutting back on the amount of money she is leaving under pillows today.
• Speaking of the tooth fairy, I am assuming the tooth fairy is a female.
• Spent some time this week with 11 ministers, so good to hear how God is working through such a diverse group of men. 
• On August 14th I begin a 16-week teaching series on the lives of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob at Kissimmee Christian Church, I am looking forward to "Camping out" in the book of Genesis for a while.
• I really enjoy the time I have with my small group on Friday nights.
• Why are white chocolate Oreos available only for the Christmas Season?
• Something to Chew on; Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. ~ The Apostle Paul, Colossians 4:2