So many tributes continue to pour in for the life and legacy of Dolly Parton. In a world that hungers for humility, generosity and authenticity, Dolly shined a brilliant light for us all to see and celebrate. She often connected her success
Let me remind you of my 4 points from my sermon Sunday in “How to Read the Bible”. 1) Read each book as a whole. Don’t take isolated verses and try to give them an ultimate message without reading and understanding
I have often said through the years that when it comes to church conferences you want them to be “boring and short.” Yesterday’s conference, however, was full of celebrations that remind me why CVBC continues to exist. Consider: And
Last Wednesday, I celebrated my 71st birthday (thank you Wednesday night friends for surprise party). Some days I can hardly believe I am that old. Someone once asked the famous pitcher Satchel Paige “If you didn’t know your age how old
Kate Bowler is one of my favorite writers. In a recent post she quotes Wendell Berry (another favorite) – “Be joyful though you have considered all the facts.” And then Bowler writes, “How might we loosen our grip on the
This coming Sunday I begin a series related to the Bible—its value, how to read it, the authority of Scripture, etc. Here’s some habits to add to your life: But most of all, take it off the shelf. If you
What is your favorite hymn? Many churches are moving away from hymns and singing praise choruses instead. Not for me! There is a richness in hymns that can’t be matched. I find myself singing them in the shower, driving in my
What is your favorite Bible verse? And why? Mine is John 3:16—”For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through Him might be saved.” This is a verse that I
I want to share some words written by my friend Ron Cava for July 4th: “Hot dog or hamburger? Give me both! Because I love this land where we don’t all have to love the same things, believe the same things,
As we look forward to celebrating Independence Day, I have always felt that God’s people should be the best citizens of all. After all, we are called to give a witness of how one’s life is to be lived. How blessed