Good Morning Friends,     Today's lectionary poses some interesting text that connects the Lordship of Christ to our belief in the resurrection and on this Saint Andrews Day our willingness to evangelize and support others. And it is more than an intellectual conviction of our confession of who Jesus is. It is something born … Continue reading How Many Actually Believe In The Resurrection Enough To Follow Jesus To The Ends Of The Earth? →

   Good Morning Friends,     As we begin the four weeks of Advent it is a good time to reflect on the meaning of the peace we find in Christ and the Christian joy, and the hope joy brings in our work of sharing the good news. It is a great time to contemplate our … Continue reading Are You Willing To Wait Patiently For A Holy Spirit Proclamation Of Christ’s Joyful Tranquility? →

   Good Morning Friends,    Today's lectionary text from Isaiah and the Gospel of Matthew touches on the hope that was made possible by Jesus. The prophet Isaiah foresaw the Savior of sinners, the Lord Jesus Christ, and painted a picture of this hopeful future of a leader who is God-with-us, the child destined to … Continue reading What Happens When Christ’s Authority And Our Belief Converge? →

   Good Morning Friends, Yesterday would have been Charles M. Schultz's 100th birthday if he was still alive. If you have ever read the Comics in the Newspaper, you have read his Peanuts strips. To honor his memory almost all the cartoonists of the various strips gave a nod to Schultz and his characters…Lucy, Linus, … Continue reading Do We Have The Faith, Hope And Peace That Prepares Us To Sing A New Song In The New Year? →

   Good Morning Friends,     Sitting safely in the shelter of our homes and in small groups among ourselves complaining to one another about the horrible state of today's society, does nothing to unleash the power of God. The long journey inward and outward must be made before we enter the Promised Land. For here … Continue reading Have You Claimed The Power Of A Thankful Heart That Believes In And Trusts God’s Love? →

Good Morning Friends,     Today we read a passage prophesying about the fall of evil's rule on earth and in it is hope of a tool for our success now. So, we need to listen for the message for in it is something of strategic importance. So, Do You Know What The Devil Does Not Want Us … Continue reading Do You Know What The Devil Does Not Want Us To Hear This Thanksgiving? →

 Good Morning Friends,  The Gospel of Jesus has always been a bit disturbing to people, but it is never really dull. People, especially those in power look on it with suspicion. And frankly it is understandable, for when opportunities for being part of critical events in Holy History present themselves, danger seems to always be … Continue reading How Do You See The Drama Of History Being Played Out? →

 Good Morning Friends,     I can tell you what makes people happy. Its dopamine, serotonin, and oxytocin. The best ways to produce those hormones and neurotransmitters is to exercise, eat a healthy diet with lots of different plants, pray, have purpose, do things that help other people and be in a community where you see … Continue reading Will The Replacement Of What We Have Become Accustomed Make Us Happy? →

   Good Morning Friends,    Today at the beginning of the Advent season we contemplate Christmas as we consider the trap of some rich fools and the surprising freedom of a poor old widow. We ponder the importance of giving and risking and to stay engaged with God in the best of what life can … Continue reading Is The Holy Spirit Might in the Mite Conceiving In Us Redemption For The New Liturgical Year? →

 Good Morning Friends,    Today is Christ the King Sunday. It will be the culmination of the liturgical year. The roll of the holiday season is upon us with Thanksgiving followed with Advent and the Christmas rush. So, let me wish you a Happy New Year if you follow the "Church" calendar. But before we are taken … Continue reading Who Is Our King? →