Emma is our youth intern.  Most of the time I love her - but sometimes, not so much. Yesterday, Emma stood in the doorway of my office and sheepishly said, "Pastor Kit and I were cleaning up the youth area and we found some pot paraphernalia." At that moment, my heart sank.  I couldn't imagine … Continue reading Daily Devotional September 21, 2021 →

Many of us have the tendency to believe the world revolves around us.  This is one of my biggest struggles.  But, I have noticed through the years, there are ways God keeps me grounded so I never get too big for my britches. I am a very early riser.  I like it when the world … Continue reading Daily Devotional September 20, 2021 →

My all-time favorite piece of equipment is our Bobcat Compact Track Loader.  It is a beast.When I first told Shannon I wanted one, she thought I was crazy (which she does quite often).  She didn’t see any reason that would justify the expense.But, after pulling out countless mesquite trees, digging spillways, drilling postholes, building berms, … Continue reading Daily Devotional for September 16, 2021 →

While I have always considered my humility my greatest asset, our church is doing something that has truly humbled me.For years, I have written devotionals that are sent out early in the mornings.  This has been a true labor of love.These daily devotionals are intended to give a quick, common sense, sometimes humorous look at … Continue reading Daily Devotional for September 15, 2021 →

This past week, I was on vacation.  Today will be my first day back to work.  I expect it will be a very frustrating day. Don't get me wrong.  I love my job and I am very thankful to have it. What will make today so annoying will begin the moment I pull up to … Continue reading Daily Devotional September 14, 2021 →

While karma is a distinctly Hindu and Buddhist concept, I do think there’s something to “What Goes Around, Comes Around.”  I am a good example.For fifty-six years, I was the ultimate carnivore/junk food junkie.  If it had saturated fats, sugar, and ingredients that not even God could pronounce, I ate it.  In addition, I made fun … Continue reading Daily Devotional for September 1, 2021 →

This past Sunday, I missed seeing Jerry and Ann in their assigned seats.  That's because they were on vacation in Creede, Colorado. Yesterday, Jerry came by the church to give me the bulletin from the worship service they attended in Creede. As we visited, Jerry said, "The worship service was only forty minutes long."  Jerry … Continue reading Daily Devotional August 31, 2021 →

This week, I have a birthday.  I dread it. My apprehension over another birthday has nothing to do with getting older.  In fact, I like getting older. I wouldn't want to go back to my younger days.  That's because I made a lot of mistakes.  I've learned from them.  The pain from all those mistakes … Continue reading Daily Devotional August 30, 2021 →

Rerun of Daily Devotional August 26, 2016 Earlier this week, Shannon told me I needed to write a book.  She said, “It needs to be a religious book because you are somewhat Christian.” What does that mean?  I’m not cool with my wife saying I am somewhat Christian.  That’s like saying I’m somewhat intelligent, somewhat … Continue reading Daily Devotional August 26, 2021 →

Earlier this year, Melanie asked if I would perform her marriage.  I was pumped.The ceremony happened in our sanctuary, this past June.  It was just how weddings are supposed to be; joyful, sacred, fun, and quick.Ten days after Melanie and Alan took their vows, she called to say Alan had suffered a stroke.My heart broke … Continue reading Daily Devotional for August 25, 2021 →