Romans 4:1-8…Faith not works

Romans 4:1-8…Faith not works

Parents. Mother’s Day. Father’s Day. We celebrate parents. The Ultimate Parent (God) doesn’t need just one day to celebrate, He deserves every hour of every day. As we read about our earthly spiritual father, Abraham, let’s learn some lessons from him. Stay the course...
Happy Quarter of a Century to our eldest!

Happy Quarter of a Century to our eldest!

Twenty five years ago. Where were you 25 years ago?  Some may say “I wasn’t even born”, others may say “1996…I was dancing under the stars to Celine Dion’s number one hit ‘Because you loved me’”…well, maybe not that lovey dovey, but then again…. I can tell...
Imitate God and Love Extravagantly

Imitate God and Love Extravagantly

Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are his dear children. Live a life filled with love, following the example of Christ. He loved us and offered himself as a sacrifice for us, a pleasing aroma to God.  Ephesians 5:1-2 NLT Subconsciously we mimic...
He will carry you.

He will carry you.

Picture this: A child, about fourteen months of age, was running on the refreshing morning sand towards the water, and his momma was walking right beside him.  The child sees his daddy swimming in the sea, and is eager to get to him. Then, a barrier of seashells...
Fathers and Fishing

Fathers and Fishing

Early in the morning, we boarded the boat with all our necessary fishing paraphernalia in its place and plenty of snacks, lunch, and drinks in the cooler.  We slowly maneuvered our way downtown the canal, and out into the channel that led us into the open waters. Tim...