This past Sunday, Dr. Carl Bradley was not at his usual spot at the organ because he had taken a much-needed weekend off.  And while I thought it was very selfish thing to do, he explained after all these years of not taking any time off, he needed to spend a few days with his extended … Continue reading Daily Devotional for June 1, 2023 →

Sammy is one of the most interesting and unique people I’ve ever met.  He is a retired Sergeant Major, which means he’s unflappable.  He’s as good on the piano as I am in preaching.  He’s also incredibly devoted to God and our church.  We are blessed to have him.Last week, Sammy, who never sweats anything, walked into my office … Continue reading Daily Devotional for May 31, 2023 →

One of the fun things our church is currently doing is called Flat Jesus.  This was something I had never heard of, but Shannon assured me it had been around for a while.  She told me it was based off the children’s book series, “Flat Stanley.” In order to participate in Flat Jesus, each person is given … Continue reading Daily Devotional May 30, 2023 →

Throughout the years, I’ve become conditioned to do whatever the women in my life tell me to do.  It just makes life easier, less painful, and I don’t cry as much.A few weeks ago, Margaret and Adrian told me it was time to publish another book of Daily Devotionals.   I immediately agreed because I am afraid of … Continue reading Daily Devotional for May 25, 2023 →

I really love my wife.  She’s a relatively good person but, every so often, she does something that drives me nuts.  Here’s an example.We have a garden filled with large, raised planters which I love because food is my life.I don’t mind Shannon ordering more and more planters because food is my life.I’ve committed to assemble all … Continue reading Daily Devotional for May 24, 2023 →

Rerun of Daily Devotional May 22, 2017 Yesterday I met with Andrew and Celeste for their pre-marital counseling.  It was a very good session where we talked about what it means to be a man and woman that stand before God and promise to love each other when it is easy and when it is not, … Continue reading Daily Devotional May23, 2023 →

This past weekend, Caitlyn Su and Mark asked us to watch our grandchildren so they could attend an out-of-town wedding.  This is the sort of thing grandparents live for.  But, as usual, there was a surprise. When I picked up Bruce from school, he proudly announced he had lost a tooth but being on a first name … Continue reading Daily Devotional May 22, 2023 →

Rerun of Daily Devotional May 18, 2020 Prior to purchasing our land, it had received very little attention or maintenance.  This meant clearing mesquite trees, repairing terraces, fixing fence, and killing poison ivy.  It took a great deal of time and effort.  I'm still not done. One of the many maintenance tasks I haven't finished is clearing hackberry … Continue reading Daily Devotional May 18, 2023 →

There are some people that are so good, it is against the law not to like them.  Jane is one of those.  These are her words.  I hope they bless you the way they have me.“The ChoiceOne morning as I was driving into town, I stopped at the intersection of FM. 3117 and Hwy. 53 before turning left.  I … Continue reading Daily Devotional for May 17, 2023 →

Yesterday, Melissa walked into my office and announced her daughters had given her a new Bible for Mother’s Day.  Then she said, “I didn’t bring it to church yesterday because I didn’t want it to get wet.”  That was the moment I knew I had failed as a pastor. Bibles are not meant to be kept in … Continue reading Daily Devotional May 16, 2023 →