Christ followers, under the power of the Holy Spirit, will tell everyone about Him. (Acts 1:8)
The holidays are over, 2013 is history, and we are now a few days into 2014. The New Year normally finds us reflecting back over the year just ended and looking ahead with new resolutions, goals, and plans. We vow to be a better person, to do better. We may even commit before the Lord... Continue Reading →
As America watched footage of the devastation in Moore, Oklahoma and the incredible loss in the flooding that swept across Colorado, many people were moved to pack up and be a part of the recovery efforts. As a State Disaster Relief Director, I often get calls from spontaneous volunteers wanting to serve, and it troubles me that I am unable to use these... Continue Reading →
Christmas is a very special time of the year. I love the music, lights and decorations, time with family, baked goodies and gift giving. I really enjoy giving special gifts to those I love. But not just any gift, the perfect one. The one that is just what they needed or really wanted. But... Continue Reading →
Just two days after Thanksgiving I found myself walking up the steps and through the doorway of the old Livingston Grade & High School where I attended from 4th through 11th grades and later taught for 9 years. The school closed in 1994; the windows and doors have been boarded up for nearly 20 years.... Continue Reading →
I have the privilege and responsibility of being a covenant member in a three year old church whose mission is “to love God, love people and love community.” From the beginning, it has been our goal to show our love for God by serving our community and those in it. Matthew 22:34-40 says “‘Love the... Continue Reading →
On January 1, 1968, I listened to my first University of Tennessee Vols football broadcast. I will never forget the excitement of the Orange Bowl. The Vols rallied from a 19 to 0 deficit in the second half, behind the incredible play of quarterback, Dewey "Swamp Rat" Warren. This great comeback left Tennessee with the opportunity for a... Continue Reading →
Today is my first day back in the office following a much needed vacation. After a week of relaxing in the warm sunshine and enjoying the beautiful sites of God’s creation, I kinda dreaded coming back to the many emails, voice messages, and the catch-up work that would need to be done. I did not... Continue Reading →
Several leaders have asked me for tips in planning a successful international mission team. Here are critical steps that can assist you in having an effective missionary journey: Advanced preparation of six months to a year is vital in helping to alleviate anxiety, unify the team, increase effectiveness, eliminate potential issues or problems, and strengthen your... Continue Reading →
Just off the Mountain Parkway, on the Wolfe-Morgan County line, sits Crossroads Baptist Church, a little white church in the quaint little community of Helechawa. The building once housed the community school but has now been given to the church as a place for worship. In 2007 Crossroads was started as a mission of Faith Baptist... Continue Reading →
As a young pastor, I wanted to change the world, change the church, and change people's lives. I am now late in my ministry, and have come to realize that I cannot change the world, the church, or people. God is the only one who can change and transform all things. As shepherds of the flock, our... Continue Reading →
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