Striving To Make The Catch
The biggest game of the football year will be played tomorrow in Tampa Bay. Millions from around the world will tune as the Kansas City Chiefs clash with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to determine the winner of the 2021 Lombardi Trophy. Even though COVID 19 has hampered the season, somehow…
Thawing Frozen Relationships
January is known as a cold and sometimes snowy month. Some days the mercury never finds its way above freezing causing puddles and ponds to ice over. Extended periods of cold weather can even cause flowing water to freeze and I remember a time or two in my life when…
New Leaders, New Heads
The wisdom and foresight of the framers of our Constitution have been proven yet again with another peaceful transition of power even in the midst of contention. It struck me that at 11:59 Wednesday morning, former President Trump still controlled nuclear codes, pardons, homeland security, and much more. At 12:01…
A Joyful Alternative
Some folks in our area will remember a Roller family that lived in the valley several years ago. Mark served as principal at Toms Brook School for 28 years and his children participated in local community events. I was delighted to recently reconnect with his son, Richard, who now resides…
John Kline’s Late Frost
In addition to reading the Bible each morning, I also enjoy reading other books, especially those concerning local history or creation. One of the volumes I’ve nearly finished is “Life of John Kline.” It is not his complete diary but excerpts chosen by Benjamin Funk who knew him personally. Brother…
Preparing For Life’s Earthquakes
Twelve years ago I traveled to Haiti to visit some dear brothers and sisters in a church there. In addition to some preaching, we did some painting and other work with them. One day, God willing, I hope to return. One of the primary leaders of that Haitian church was…
Is The Pandemic Unprecedented?
The year 2020 has been a doozy and most of us won’t be sad to see it go. Some have said they’re going to stay up on December 31st not to see the New Year in, but to make sure the old one leaves! This past year has surely had…
God Unveils His Masterpiece
Many museums and art galleries host unveilings to reveal new sculptures or paintings. A program is planned, the artist secured, refreshments prepared and invitations mailed. Meanwhile, the piece of exquisite art is covered with a sheet to prevent anyone from seeing it until the moment when it will be revealed…
Welcoming Jesus The Christ
Here we are deep in the heart of December with Christmas less than two weeks away. It’s hard to believe the earth has made its way all around the sun yet again and that we are on the cusp of celebrating another birthday of Jesus. Although there are many modern…
Blessings in the Midst of COVID
I’m very aware that Thanksgiving is past and that we are now steaming full bore toward Christmas. Nevertheless, I must share some words of gratitude for the last few weeks. As some readers may know, after months of vigilant mask wearing, sanitizing, and distancing, somehow the minute invader made its…