Category Archives: Devotional

Presence

The book of Numbers* is an often overlooked book in our Bibles, but the theological import of this text should not be lost upon us. Numbers is described as a “bittersweet” text. Chapters 1-10 describes some of the commands given … Continue reading

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The Call

1 Samuel 3 describes the call of Samuel. Samuel received his call at a young age, as he ministered before the LORD in Shiloh. The text says, “In those days the word of the LORD was rare; there were not … Continue reading

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Great thoughts from an old friend

I received an email today from John Stephenson, an old friend of mine from Kingsport, TN. When Sunny and I began our ministry with the Northeast Church of Christ in Kingsport, we were so blessed to get to know John … Continue reading

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On Fallenness

I fancy myself an articulate, verbal conversationalist. I have, on occasion, been known to peruse the dictionary as a means of expanding my vocabulary. Among my peers, my communicative prowess is quite legendary. (I have, at times, been affectionately referred … Continue reading

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Martin Luther King Jr.

“When I went to Montgomery as a pastor, I had not the slightest idea that I would later become involved in a crisis in which non-violent resistance would be applicable. I neither started the protest nor suggested it. I simply … Continue reading

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A Prayer Request

If you read this, I ask you to join us in praying for Corey’s sister, Amy. She and her husband will welcome their son, Jaxon, into the world tomorrow. Amy has had a few complications this week, and Corey and … Continue reading

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Coach

This season, the Indianapolis Colts have been the class of the NFL. After their 13-0 start, the talking heads and prognosticators came out of the woodwork to assess their chances of making a run at the ’72 Dolphins perfect season. … Continue reading

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On Evangelism

I recently posted a comment on a friend’s blog about evangelism and the truth. So that got me thinking about these concepts and how we, as evangelicals, place such a premium on evangelism. I think it’s interesting that some in … Continue reading

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Resolute

Resolute – possessing determination and purposefulness. The word “resolute” is a term of strength and resolve. It’s funny how the word “resolution” has a much weaker connotation in our vernacular today. I once read that by February, most people can’t … Continue reading

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2005: A Reflection

Today is the 365th and final day of 2005. The past 12 months have been fast & furious; I honestly can’t believe 2006 is nearly upon us. As I reflect on the year that was, my mind is naturally drawn … Continue reading

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