Monday, in the church staff meeting, Craig reported his process for scheduling the many talented people in our church to sing in the worship services.  I graciously offered to sing a solo. Craig went on with his report as if I hadn’t said a word.  The fact that he staunchly refused to acknowledge my generous offer … Continue reading Daily Devotional for February 24, 2021 →

A few days ago, the temperature was in the single digits, ice covered everything, and I was constantly standing in the frigid wind, putting gas in the generator to power a small space heater in the house. Just when things were looking up, the tankless water heater froze and the lines burst.  Because of the … Continue reading Daily Devotional February 23, 2021 →

Yesterday, Lynda sent a text letting me know she would be unable to attend today’s Bible study. I appreciated the courtesy text because I will not be worrying today when I don’t see her sitting in her usual spot.Then she sent a follow up text.  It said, “Bob and I are giving each other ammo … Continue reading Daily Devotional for February 11, 2021 →

Yesterday, the news described something I had never heard before.  It was reported that a teacher from Louisiana had run out of her favorite hairspray, so she sprayed her hairdo with Gorilla Glue Spray.  And while the warning label clearly stated the glue was not to be used on skin, clothing, or eyes, the manufacturer … Continue reading Daily Devotional for February 10, 2021 →

Sam has been a wonderful addition to our staff.  He is an accompanist in both worship services and our facilities manager.  That is an incredibly unique combination.This past Sunday was Sam’s birthday.  He turned thirty years old.  And because this was such a huge milestone, I decided to lead our children in singing Happy Birthday … Continue reading Daily Devotional for February 9, 2021 →

Today the high is expected to be 66 degrees.  Saturday the low is predicted to be 16 degrees.  I am not cool with that. But now that I've had a chance to think about it, I don't have a choice.  I will be very cool on Saturday. The good news is that I know Saturday … Continue reading Daily Devotional February 8, 2021 →

Rerun of Daily Devotional February 6, 2018Mike sent me the following story.  It is too good not to use.John was on his deathbed and gasped pitifully, “Give me one last request, dear,” he said.  “Of course, John,” his wife said softly.  “Six months after I die,” John said, “I want you to marry Bob.”  “But … Continue reading Daily Devotional for February 5, 2021 →

I have many identities. To Shannon, I am the perfect man. (If you don't believe me, just ask me.) To my children, I'm the one who raised and loved them through thick and thin. To my congregation, I am the perfect pastor. (If you don't believe me, just ask me.) To my grandchildren, I am … Continue reading Daily Devotional February 4, 2021 →

Daily Devotional February 3, 2021 Believe it or not, Lent is right around the corner.  Ash Wednesday is February 17.   I am not a fan. I hate Lent.  Any normal person should. Adam, our praise team leader, loves Lent.  That tells you all you need to know about Adam. There are two reasons I don’t … Continue reading Daily Devotional February 3, 2021 →

Sunday, after the second worship service, Pastor Kit and I were walking from the sanctuary back to Dennis Hall.  He said, “That was the best sermon I have ever heard you preach.”I responded, “You are very gracious.”Then he said, “I didn’t hear it.  I was in children’s church.”I fired him.While you may not have an … Continue reading Daily Devotional February 2, 2021 →