My journey as as church pastor began Labor Day Weekend, 1990. That's 27 years from the time of this writing. You can imagine all that I have seen, heard, or encountered during these many years. Beginning in southern Indiana while completing my studies at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, to continuing to serve churches in Kentucky the following 25 years, [...]
Yesterday Keith Thomason shared with the church his spiritual journey during an extremely difficult period in his life. Last year he faced a life-threatening experience when he underwent a liver transplant. His story resonated with many of those present. The evidence was seen through their tears, and especially through their coming to the altar for prayer, commitment, and to put [...]
Let’s see what a testimony is. The following Scripture passages will help us to understand the origins of this word. Luke 22:20 “This cup which is poured out for you is the new covenant in My blood.” As Jesus institutes the Lord’s Supper with His disciples, He draws their attention to the cup being shared among them, explaining its significance. [...]
"My Father is glorified by this, that you bear much fruit, and so prove to be My disciples." -- John 15:8 This verse is the reason why I often use the term "fruit-bearing disciples of Jesus Christ." An untold number of church members consider themselves to be followers of Jesus. And, to a certain extent, they are. They belong to [...]
"Jesus said, 'Remove the stone!'...So they removed the stone...When He had said these things, He cried out with a loud voice, 'Lazarus, come forth!' The man who had died came forth, bound hand and foot with wrappings...Jesus said to them, 'Unbind him and let him go.' " -- John 11:39-44 Forgive my being repetitive, I believe I have shared these [...]
