Do a Google image search for “idolatry in America” and the results are interesting. What is idolatry in America? If we were in many countries around the world today, and I asked a group of Christians that same question, “What is idolatry?” then could walk you out the front doors of the place they wereContinue reading “American idols?”
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How to defeat temptation – 1st Corinthians 10:1-13
What tempts you? Delicious foods? Overindulgence of food? TV shows? Hobbies? Possessions? A new car? Men? Women? You name it. Temptation in and of itself is simply an invitation. Admittedly, it is a very enticing, powerful invitation that can be hard to turn away from. How do you say “no” to temptation? Is it possibleContinue reading “How to defeat temptation – 1st Corinthians 10:1-13”
Books & Performance Reviews – The Monday Messy Office Report – July 7, 2014
My Friday tidy office is mysteriously messy on Monday! Here’s what I found this week: 1. Two books: No names in the books, no note with them explaining why they are in my office. One copy of Loren Cunningham’s Daring to Live on the Edge: The Adventure of Faith and Finances. And one copy ofContinue reading “Books & Performance Reviews – The Monday Messy Office Report – July 7, 2014”
Buffets & Temptation
We have a lot of buffets in Lancaster. A Grand Smorgasbord is just down the road one way, and another one is close too. Then there are the Chinese buffets battling to outdo one another in their scope and size. I’ll admit it, I love buffets. The idea that you pay one price and canContinue reading “Buffets & Temptation”
Full (or Fool?) Marathons & Beating Our Bodies – 1st Corinthians 9:19-27
Running has been an exciting part of my life for the past 5 years. As we continue studying the letter of 1st Corinthians, in the section from this past Sunday, Paul talks about running to get a prize and the necessary training that goes into getting in shape. I started training for the Bird-in-Hand HalfContinue reading “Full (or Fool?) Marathons & Beating Our Bodies – 1st Corinthians 9:19-27”
Gift Card, Bibles, Proposals, Letter from Lawyer – Monday Messy Office Report – June 30, 2014
My Friday tidy office is mysteriously messy on Monday. Here’s what I found today: 1. Note about lunch…because of a gift card!: The note was from my wife, Michelle, saying that she had taken the kids to lunch, and I could meet them there. I attended a special meeting of one of our ministry committeesContinue reading “Gift Card, Bibles, Proposals, Letter from Lawyer – Monday Messy Office Report – June 30, 2014”
Self-enslavement? To everyone?…A good thing?
After a few weeks off from studying for a new sermon, I am back at it, and I have to admit I’m a bit nervous. I almost always look forward to preaching, something that has grown on me over the years. But there are still a few Sundays that I don’t look forward to it. Continue reading “Self-enslavement? To everyone?…A good thing?”
Poop Cards, Gift Bag, Projector Box, Christian Junk Mail – Monday Messy Office Report – Vacation edition – June 24, 2014
After 3200 miles, we arrived home last Friday evening from a wonderful vacation in Round Rock, Texas with my wife, Michelle’s, cousin’s family. It was great to get away, see new sights, spend time with family who have become very important to us, and make a road trip memory we’ll never forget. But as withContinue reading “Poop Cards, Gift Bag, Projector Box, Christian Junk Mail – Monday Messy Office Report – Vacation edition – June 24, 2014”
Guest Speakers: Sarah Thebarge and Bruce Hill
This past week Faith Church has heard from a couple different guest speakers, and I urge you to give them each a listen. Sarah Thebarge was with us this past Thursday evening. Sarah grew up in Lancaster County, but after graduating from high school, her life’s journey has taken her to California, Yale, New YorkContinue reading “Guest Speakers: Sarah Thebarge and Bruce Hill”
Chalices, Clipboards, Graduation Books – The Monday Messy Office Report – June 9, 2014
Every week my tidy Friday office is mysteriously messy on Monday. Here’s what I found today: 1. Communion Chalices – Yesterday was Worship in the Park, and it was a beautiful day! I can’t tell you how many people come up to me asking if we could please have worship in the park more often. Continue reading “Chalices, Clipboards, Graduation Books – The Monday Messy Office Report – June 9, 2014”
Engaging Scripture 