Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning.
• The message focused on stewardship, looking at the idea of giving creatively.
• So good to see the student ministry taking the lead in serving today. 
• Key thought from the message; Giving is not based on one's resources but on the willing heart.
• Said goodbye to our young alumni coordinator this week, Amber is going to work at Stadia. I am so appreciative of all Amber has done to support the Advancement department of JUFL - She will be missed. 
• I am really enjoying teaching on Wednesday evenings. I must confess, I miss preaching and teaching in the local church. There is no greater joy than studying God's word and then passing along to others!
• We are less than 90 days from being able to buy White Chocolate Oreos.
• What happened to September?
• Something to Chew on; You cannot always wait for the perfect time. Sometimes you must dare to jump. ~ Unknown

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning.
• A wonderful time of worship and teaching.
• What are you investing in today?
• Will it have eternal significance?
• We sang my favorite hymn this morning, Holy, Holy, Holy
• I hope that is one of the first songs we sing our first day in Heaven.
• I really enjoy teaching on Wednesday evenings, I have preached serval messages from the life of Abraham, this set of in-depth lessons have given me a better appreciation of this friend of God.
• I am not sure if I can handle many more Saturday nights like last night. 
• If at all possible, I would like to relax in the fourth quarter! Please!
• Is there any more dangerous position in college football than quarterback?
• Just read this week's college rankings, when will UCF receive some love?
• Bought my first Christmas gift this week for someone. I am such an overachiever!
• Something to Chew on; God cannot give us happiness and peace apart from Himself, because it is not there. There is no such thing. ~ C.S. Lewis, Mere Christianity 

 

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Preached at First Christian Church of Cocoa Beach this morning.
• The message focused on developing a real faith 
• Key thought; Faith is more than believing in God, Faith always moves one to act on that belief. 
• Even though the church at Cocoa Beach is small, their fellowship was so genuine.
• Seeing the many of the businesses and homes that remained "boarded up" in Cocoa Beach reminded me how fortunate we were to dodge a massive storm.
• I was also reminded of how catastrophic was the storm to the Bahamian people.
• If you are looking for an inspiring, family-friendly movie to see, you should go see "Overcomer", you will be moved.
• You know you are seeing a good movie when you hear audience participation in the theater. 
• Pro football kicked off this weekend. My apologies to Simon and Garfunkle, but where have you gone Mr.  Shula, Mr. Marino, and Mr. Csonka.
• When the TV announcer says the Fins are the worst team in football, you know it is going to be a long season. 
• This weekend would have been my mom and dad's 62nd wedding anniversary, really wish my dad was alive to celebrate with my mom. They had a WONDERFUL marriage!
• Attended the MercyMe concert at Epcot last week, to hear the SRO crowd sing Amazing Grace at the end of the concert was very moving.
• How can I have a favorite worship song when new music is written every week, "Grace like a Wave" is another good worship song, you can listen to it here.
• Something to Chew on; I have put before you an open door which 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. 
• Message from Luke 12 regarding the importance of stewardship.
• Key thought from the message, money is not evil, nor good, but how it is used determines it's value.
• I want to be a faithful steward of what God has given me.
• I am enjoying teaching on Wednesday nights at Kissimmee C.C.
• We have spent three weeks studying Genesis 12 and 13. So much material to cover.
• Looks like the Hurricane will remind us once again we really do not have control much in this life.
• Prayer request; please pray for the students of JUFL. They have had only 1 week of classes under their belt and now the Hurricane has canceled classes this week. Pray for the freshmen that they will not lose heart and they will return after the storm is over.
• Second prayer request, pray the campus will have minimal damage from the storm.
• As the hurricane slows down, we must be careful not to let complacency set in.
• Oreos are the perfect snack cookie, but when it comes to Hurricane snacks, Oreos must be "Double Suff"
• A couple of football games have surprised me this past weekend. I guess that is why you have to PLAY the game! You simply cannot "mail it in."
• Today is Sept. 1, in four months it will be 2020. Hard to image Y2K was 20 years ago!
• Something to Chew on; You answer us with awesome and righteous deeds, God and Savior, the hope of all the ends of the earth. You stiled the roaring seas and the roaring of the waves. ~ David, The Shepherd King from Psalm 65 

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