I lived in Louisville, Kentucky for 3 years while attending seminary. This coming Saturday marks the 150th anniversary of the “Run for the Roses,” otherwise known as the Kentucky Derby. Every year I said I was going and every year the
This past week, like you and millions others, I witnessed the marvel of the eclipse of the sun. I looked up. A posture I need to do more often, not to watch the sun but to behold the Son of God.
It’s over. Easter is now behind us, at least on the calendar. My bet is that most of you went right back to your same homes, your same families, your same jobs, your same worries. The disciples, those who were
First, a special thanks for the glory and beauty of the Easter Cantata this past Sunday. How blessed we continue to be by the music ministry of our church. Easter/Leonard Sweet captures me with these words–There is a magic
Padraig was kidnapped when he was a teenager and sold into slavery in a foreign land. He was a follower of Jesus and after several years of bondage, he escaped, walked to the coast, and made his way onto a
I had an interesting and encouraging experience earlier today (Monday). I am part of a group of ministers who meet monthly to pray for each other. We go around the circle and share one personal concern and one ministerial/church concern.
“Live your life so your preacher doesn’t have to lie about you at your funeral.” It’s a good line, and usually at least initially puts a smile on your face. But then it starts making you think…and wonder…and maybe think
There is one attitude that I believe transforms all of life–the attitude of gratitude. It is the last week of February, my least favorite month as it seems winter will never end….and this year we get one extra day to
Ramon Narvaez, the 19th century Spanish politician and military figure, was known for his violence and cruelty. When he was dying in 1868 a priest came to his bedside in Madrid to administer Last Rites. “Has his Excellency forgiven all
Wednesday of this week is exceptional in that it commemorates two very significant events on the calendar. Of course there is Valentines Day, a day that celebrates love and actually originates with Saint Valentine. But for me, there is a