Jackson is two years old.  He’s awesome.  Every day, after he gets out of our Mother’s Day Out program, Jackson and some of our other little wonderful monsters come to my office.  Their job is to show me where I keep the candy bowl.   We eat a lot.  Being with these little ones always helps me forget the struggles of … Continue reading Daily Devotional for February 8, 2024 →

Yesterday, Larry and I were meeting in the church office about starting small group ministries called Class Meetings and Band Meetings.  It was an incredibly productive meeting.  You will hear more about this in the future.While Larry and I were solving all the problems of the world, Norman was across the hall in Melissa’s office. He is … Continue reading ‘Daily Devotional for February 7, 2024 →

Yesterday, after the staff and worship meetings were over, I decided to drive to a local restaurant, pick up some barbeque and return to the church.  On the way out the door, I asked Melissa and Kay if I could pick up some food for them.  They wanted to know what restaurant I was going to.When I … Continue reading Daily Devotional for February 6, 2024 →

Last week, during the church staff meeting, I realized I had been living under a rock.  That’s because the discussion revolved around the total eclipse that will happen on Monday, April 8, 2024, when the moon will blot out the entire sun and for a few minutes, it will be twilight. As a precautionary measure, Temple ISD … Continue reading Daily Devotional for February 5, 2024 →

My three favorite things are Jesus, family, and Girl Scout cookies.  Each comes with a cross. First is Jesus.  In following Jesus, I am called to believe in him, and behave the way he did.  The last part is a lot easier said than done. Second is family.  While family is truly a blessing from God, each family has some strife … Continue reading Daily Devotional February 1, 2024 →

Daily Devotional for January 31, 2024 Yesterday I did Ray’s memorial service at the church and then had his internment at the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Killeen.  The church, his family and friends, and the military honored his life of service with their presence.   Ray was someone I dearly love.  He was easy to talk about.  In fact, … Continue reading →

Driving back and forth from Dallas and Flower Mound had taken a toll on my nine-year-old, high mileage truck.  After getting it repaired and still having significant problems, I decided I needed reliable transportation because I didn’t want to break down on the side of the road late at night.Even though I had not planned on … Continue reading Daily Devotional for January 30, 2024 →

Every week, I spend the night in three different places.  Each is unique.In my house, it is exceedingly quiet.  There used to be a lot of laughter and noise but that left when Shannon did.  Now there’s silence.In Shannon’s hospital, there is a constant stream of nurses, techs, and therapists.  This happens day and night.  And while I am very … Continue reading Daily Devotional for January 29, 2024 →

I have a little, hairless dog named Ziggy.  Even though she is creepy looking, I dearly love her.  Petting Ziggy is like petting a warm, underinflated football.  We are buddies.On Tuesday evening, when I got home from the church, I let the dogs out to use the restroom.  What I didn’t notice were our horses grazing next to the … Continue reading Daily Devotional for January 25, 2024 →

Melissa is my administrative assistant.  She tells me where to stand, sit, what to say, and what not to say.  She is also the only one in the world who knows where everything is in my office.  She is indispensable.Melissa is married to Scott.  I performed their wedding.  It was one of the most enjoyable weddings I’ve ever been a … Continue reading Daily Devotional for January 24, 2024 →