Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshipped at Kissimmee Christian Church this morning. 
• Jim preached a message on living a life that gives glory to God.
• Key thought from the message; God's glory is God's priority!
• When my time on earth is done, this is what I want to be able to say to God when I see him face to face; I brought glory to you here on earth by completing the work you gave me to do. This is what Jesus said in John 17:4 and I think it would be great if we could say that as well.
• Whenever the "stuff of life" seems overwhelming this song always reminds me of the hope we have in the Lord! Yes, there will be a day!
• From this week's small group lesson; When God guides our heart we will think right, live right, and do right, but when we give in to the world's way we will think wrong, live wrong, and do wrong.
• Early morning walks + wonderful sunrises = Praises to God! Amen!
• Pets, especially dogs make life so interesting. 
• We are 5 months away from Christmas, I know that seems a long time away right now, but the way this year is flying by it will be here in 3 weeks!
• I miss movie theaters!
• Something to Chew on; Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak, Courage is also what takes to sit down and listen. ~ Winston Churchill.

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Wonderful day meeting with the people of First Christian Church of Cocoa Beach.
• Enjoyed meeting with this fine group of people. 
• They are both generous and gracious.
• I had lunch with a wonderful couple, their story of God's providence is very encouraging. 
• One of the best things about my job is the number of people I connect with each week. I can honestly say I find I am blessed by the people I meet.
• Every time I hear about someone having cancer, I am so thankful for these verses from the book of Revelation
• I cannot imagine what people do without prayer.
• July is 2/3 over, Can you believe Christmas is just around the corner.
• Sometimes you just have to watch a good cowboy movie, you know the ones where the good guys always win!
• My top 3 cowboy movies; Tombstone (I'm your huckleberry), The Searchers (Thanks dad for introducing me to this classic), and Silverado (just good cowboy fun) 
• Students are making plans to return to campus over the next 30 days, it will be good to see their smiling faces once again.
• Something to Chew on; Everything in heaven and earth is yours O Lord, and this is your kingdom. We adore You as the one who is over all things. Wealth and honor comes from You alone, for you rule over all things. Power and might are in your hands, and at your discretion, people are made great and given strength. ~ King David, 1 Chronicles 29:11,12

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• I spent last week at a retreat with my partners on the Tennessee campus.
• After 3 months of Zoom meetings, It was great being together with face to face meetings (with the social distancing of course).
• The retreat was inspiring as well as challenging as we looked to the future of fundraising for the Unversity.
• Unfortunately, while I was away, two friends of mine passed away.
• While we may experience temporary sadness here because of their passing, it is comforting to know both men finished the race well! 
• Heaven is a little fuller today!
• I was able to attend one of the funerals and was able to connect with many old friends. 
• Oh, the stories we shared.
• Bill's celebration of life was a preview of what heaven will be like; a great reunion of God's people. 
• I can only imagine what it will be like! (thank you for the words Mercy Me)
• I also had a couple of friends retire in the past two weeks.
• I seem to be too young to have friends who are retiring!
• If someone could invent anti-fog glasses when wearing a mask they would be rich!
• I spent a couple of days at my mom's house this weekend, question why do moms cook so much food when you are visiting?
• Something to Chew on; A friend is someone who understands your past, believes in your future, and accepts you just as you are. ~ Unknown

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• I visited a church in Cocoa this morning.
• They are searching for a new minister. The church has potential and the people are motivated to reach out to their community.  
• To my ministry friends if you would like more information regarding the church, please reach out to me. 
• Dinner with some old alums tonight, reminiscing about our college days. - Good Times! 
• JUFL says farewell to our executive vice president this week as Dr. Chambers retires. I have known him as a professor and as a partner in ministry. His character, leadership, and sense of humor are all admirable traits. Anyone who knows him knows he will be missed at JUFL.
• I cannot believe the year is half over. 
• I was able to see my granddaughter perform in a musical this past weekend. She was wonderful! Next stop Broadway!
• If I could choose a superpower, it would be the ability to speak Chihuahua.
• I like hanging out with generous people, they have such a sweet spirit.
• Please tell me they are not going to cancel the college football season.
• Something to Chew on; We cannot become what we need by remaining what we are. ~ John Maxwell

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Preached at Union Park Christian Church this morning.
• The message focused on the act of compassion.
• Unfortunately, compassion seems to be missing in our society today. 
• It is not enough to feel compassion, one must act compassionately toward those who are hurting. 
• A Wonderful Father's Day at Casa Tison as all three of my kids were able to join me for worship.
• Every time they leave my home, my place seems quiet.
• My dad passed away 2 years ago, I miss him today. To all my friends whose father has passed this is a very difficult day for us, yet we all look forward to a great reunion. 
• To all my friends whose father is still living, enjoy the moments!
• My favorite dad memories include; Camping, Fishing, Hunting, Cub and Boy Scouts, 69 Pontiac Firebird, and him being there at all three of graduations (High School, College, and Grad School) and my ordination into ministry. 
• Twenty years ago, we were asking Smoking or Non-Smoking and now we are asking masks or no masks? Crazy Times!
• I am thinking a Facebook Fast is good for the soul!
• Something to Chew on; My father did not do anything unusual. He only did what dads are supposed to do - Be there. ~ Max Lucado 

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Worshiped at Vero Christian Church this morning. 
• A very practical message on the subject of divorce.
• Steve brought a scriptural approach to a subject that has a variety of opinions.
• Standing on the truth of scripture always provides clarity and comfort for people dealing with such a sensitive subject. 
• After 3 visits to three different churches, it has been interesting how each church has dealt with COVID 19. 
• From this week's devotion; The receptiveness of your heart will always determine your response to God's word.
• I just completed a great week of vacation; the week included a beach trip, dinner with friends, and a few jobs around the house that needed my attention. 
• How can June be half over, it seems like yesterday it was the middle of March. 
• Next Sunday is Father's Day. Dads, please do not listen to the wisdom of this world, YOU DO MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
• Whatever happened to Common Sense?
• One of my favorite memories as a child was camping with my family, I would like to go camping again. It would be good to "get away" from it all!
• Something to Chew on; Small deeds done are better than great deeds planned. ~ Peter Marshall

Sunday Night Reflections

A Few Thoughts from an Amazing Day...

• Preached at First Christian Church Cocoa Beach this morning.
• Today's message, Pursuing Patience in an Impatient World. 
• Patience defined; Patience is the Calm Endurance based on a Certain knowledge God is in Control.
• The Bible is full of examples of individuals practicing patience; Abraham, Joseph, Moses, David, and yes the greatest example of all - Jesus! 
• I want to be as patient with others as God is patient with me. I have to admit there are times that is difficult for me! 
• Like contentment, patience is a learned activity.
• Not much was mentioned this weekend about D-Day. As a nation, we can never forget the sacrifices the Builder Generation made freeing the world from tyranny.  
• Thanks to COVID 19, whoever owns a plexiglass factory is having a very good year!
• All of my kids were home this weekend celebrating a birthday we missed during the virus quarantine, a great time was had by all!
• Two items I have enjoyed since COVID 19 invaded our lives; the weekly prayer time with my counterparts in Tennessee and our Virtual Coffee Break with the same group of people. We are 500 miles apart, but these two items are keeping us connected beyond our day to day routine.
• In case you are curious, There are 207 days left in 2020. 
• Something to Chew on; No word in the English language rhymes with month, orange, and purple. Yeah, this is useless trivia for us to chew on this week! How many of you are trying to find a word that rhymes with month, orange, or purple tonight?