Being a pastor, I deal with some pretty heavy issues on a regular basis.  Yesterday’s was very deep.Chris texted:  “Can I be mad at God for not providing me an F250?  That’s valid, right?”Relying on all my years of education, experience, and intuition, I responded: “Yep.  Most valid things revolve around big trucks.” Chris’ complex theological … Continue reading Daily Devotional September 22, 2020 →

In August, I fervently prayed for rain.  I've stopped. Now the tanks are overflowing, the grass is green, and the field that needs to be plowed is too muddy.  With me, it's always something. I wonder if God ever gets tired of hearing my prayers of endless requests?  I would. I can see it now.  … Continue reading Daily Devotional September 21, 2020 →

Rerun of Daily Devotional September 9, 2017 Yesterday morning I walked into my office to find a package that Cheryle had dropped off.   I was pretty pumped because it looked like a package of food.  But then when I got a closer look, I realized it wasn’t food, it was smoky bacon flavored kale.  And … Continue reading Daily Devotional September 18, 2020 →

Yesterday, I taught two different Bible studies.  One was for the United Methodist Women.  While they are a very rough, tough crowd, I have to admit I love each of them.   Even though I was the one teaching the class, as usual, these wonderful women taught me something new. The subject of discussion was the … Continue reading Daily Devotional September 17, 2020 →

Mark sent these nine questions answered by children.  They are too good not to share.  Sometimes you just have to laugh:DECIDING WHO TO MARRY:1 . You got to find somebody who likes the same stuff. Like, if you like sports, she should like it that you like sports, and she should keep the chips and dip … Continue reading Daily Devotional September 16, 2020 →

Shannon has a horse named Hope.  For the last year, we have been taking Hope to A&M for surgery and chemotherapy.  It has been a grueling process both for Hope and Shannon.  There is no guarantee that Hope will be cured.  Two of her three eyelids have had a tremendous amount of tissue removed.  There … Continue reading Daily Devotional September 15, 2020 →

Andrew is a bright, young attorney in our church.  I've always thought he was really intelligent.  While I wouldn't hesitate to have Andrew represent me in court, I am pretty sure I would never go to him for marital advice. Andrew is participating in B90 (Reading the Bible in 90 Days).  He has come across some … Continue reading Daily Devotional September 14, 2020 →

Rerun of Devotional for September 18, 2014 On Tuesday, I had the privilege of preaching in a revival at Central United Methodist Church in Fayetteville, Arkansas.  My brother, John, had invited each Robbins pastor to preach at the revival.  My favorite part of the trip was spending time with John but interacting with that congregation … Continue reading Daily Devotional September 11, 2020 →

Is it just me or is the world getting to be a more depressing place?  The news is continually filled with conflict.Brexit is a looming disaster?  Republicans and Democrats would rather shoot each other than work together.  Oregon, California, and Washington are facing monstrous wildfires that are killing people, destroying homes, and ruining businesses.  The … Continue reading Daily Devotional September 10, 2020 →

Annalee is a three year old, little girl in our church.  She has my heart. Monday night, Annalee seemed to be having a hard time.  Her mother said, “Annalee, what’s wrong?”  Annalee sighed and said, “I’m tired of being beautiful.”  Melissa said, “I can see how that would be exhausting for you.”Poor Annalee has just discovered … Continue reading Daily Devotional September 9, 2020 →