Category Archives: Family

An Overlooked Ingredient

Among other things, Paul writes the Philippians to encourage unity. He writes in 1.27-28, “Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in … Continue reading

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Birthday Wishes from Grandmother

Today, Jackson was asking to see a picture of my mother, so I got down an old photo album. In the back of the photo album, there was a stack of old papers. I started going through them: my old … Continue reading

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If She Were A Prophet…

This post is just one more reason why I love my wife. If she were an 8th century Hebrew prophet, she’d be Micah. Do justice; love mercy; walk humbly. That’s my wife.

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Counting My Blessings

Tonight on Thanksgiving Eve, I’m thankful for a good many things. Lately, when my kids have been complaining about something, I’ve been telling them, “Most people in the world would love to have your life.” And that’s a good dose … Continue reading

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On Thanksgiving

Yesterday, I was reminded to be thankful. During worship yesterday, our church family participated in “Mission Thanksgiving”, an effort to provide a Thanksgiving blessing to some impoverished families in our community. The Mayfair family brought in enough canned goods to … Continue reading

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Things I Want to Remember, Vol. 12

I love listening to Jackson talk. He has all these little “Jacksonisms” that continually crack me up. When we’re driving home, he always asks if we’re going to “ours house”. If he cleans his plate, he asks if he can … Continue reading

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The Soul of a Church

Yesterday I had the chance to worship again at my “home” church, College Hills in Lebanon, TN. In April, I wrote some of my reflections regarding our last opportunity to worship at College Hills on Easter Sunday. I guess there’s … Continue reading

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Things I Want to Remember, Vol. 11

I want to remember how Jackson pronounces his brother’s name. For a long time, Joshua was just “Bubba”, but now he’s “Doshua” with a strong emphasis on the “w” sound toward the end. I love it. _______________ I want to … Continue reading

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My Birthday Gift from Big Sis

If you want to see what my sister got me for my birthday, click here. Of course, the real gift was the surprise special delivery of said gift. Tara surprised me with a birthday lunch yesterday that was the highlight … Continue reading

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Grace at Olive Garden

I had a great weekend. I flew out Thursday to spend a few days with my good friend, Lane. Lane is my oldest and best friend, and he serves the West University Church of Christ as their associate minister. I … Continue reading

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