“Brother Saul.” Acts 9:17 There may be a few unexpected surprises in Heaven. Someone years ago, wrote a poem about this very thing. “I dreamed God came the other night, And Heaven’s gate swung wide. With kindly grace an angel welcomed me inside, And there to my astonishment Stood folks I’d known on earth: Some I’d judged and labeled, Unfit, of little worth! Angry words rose to my lips, But…Keep Reading

“But when Christ had offered for all time a single sacrifice for sins, he sat down at the right hand of God…” Hebrews 10:12 I was invited to preach in a historical church. Behind the pulpit was a very old chair that didn’t look very strong. No one said not to sit in it, but three different people told me that Francis Asbury sat in it, and that it was…Keep Reading

When first starting to exercise, decidedly, the exercises would be things that could be done into older age. There were no aspirations to be a runner, to body build or be a trainer. I just wanted a quality of life, and to keep in some kind of shape. It’s been said that only 10 minutes each morning will go far to enhance mood and blood flow. Have to confess that…Keep Reading

I have always heard about having your second childhood. Now I wonder if that is happening. After years of preaching, I have been sitting in church pews more often than usual. It’s not uncommon for a child to hear an adult say, “Sit still,” but you should not have to say that to an adult, especially a preacher in church. Why then do I keep being told to sit still;…Keep Reading

“…they found him in the temple courts, sitting among the teachers, listening to them and asking them questions. Everyone who heard him was amazed at his understanding and his answers.” Luke 2:46-47 I enjoy Bible Study when people reasonably and respectfully participate. We can learn a great bit from the questions and experience that others have concerning the Scriptures. The boy Jesus was found in the Temple listening and asking…Keep Reading

This is not mine but it is very insightful. In each thing, this person has learned and/or written, as he has gotten older, is a testimony to the many wildernesses where we all been, and have experienced in order to learn, be taught and mature “with God’s Presence and Help”. Through the Wildernesses I Have Learned 1. After loving my parents, my siblings, my spouse, my children and my friends,…Keep Reading

This is not mine but it is very insightful. In each thing, this person has learned and/or written, as he has gotten older, is a testimony to the many wildernesses where we all been, and have experienced in order to learn, be taught and mature “with the help of the Lord”. Through the Wildernesses I Have Learned 1. After loving my parents, my siblings, my spouse, my children and my…Keep Reading

Mark Chapter 1 Jesus’ Forty Days of Fasting in the Wilderness. Link to YouTube Video From Pastor Will Shewey As I was preparing to leave Saturday last morning’s service, one of our parishioners returned and spoke to me. He said he regretted not giving his story. I assured him it’s never too late. I wrote it down and told him I’ll incorporate it into next Saturday’s service. This man is…Keep Reading

When living in Boston as a young girl, at the time of Ash Wednesday and Lent, my friends (who were mostly Catholic and a few Jewish) would all discuss, “What are we giving up for Lent”. Isaiah 58:6 “Is this not the fast which I choose, To loosen the bonds of wickedness,To undo the bands of the yoke, And to let the oppressed go free, And break every yoke?” God…Keep Reading

“The Lord will be the sure foundation for your times…” Isaiah 33:6 “How firm a foundation, ye saints of the Lord, Is laid for your faith in His excellent word!” A solid foundation is a must for living in this world. Many great structures have failed because of a poor foundation; it is no different with us. The Psalmist asked, “When the foundations are being destroyed, what can the righteous…Keep Reading

A Life Made Complete As Jesus started on his way, a man ran up to him and fell on his knees before him. “Good teacher,” he asked, “what must I do to inherit eternal life?” …. Jesus looked at him and loved him. “One thing you lack,” he said. “Go, sell everything you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me.”…Keep Reading

“The Lord is the one who goes ahead of you; He will be with you. He will not fail you or forsake you. Do not fear or be dismayed.” Deuteronomy 31:8 Yesterday we looked back to remember the faithfulness of God in the places we have been. Today we rejoice in knowing that when we get to where we are going, Christ will already be there. When we walk with…Keep Reading