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Category Archives: Christian Living
Missed It by that Much!
No one has ever shot a 62 in any major championship in professional golf. Phil Mickelson almost did that yesterday in the British Open. The key word is “almost”. His 16-foot putt on the 18th green caught the right side … Continue reading
Go
Pokemon Go is the latest craze to sweep the nation. This is a game that people play on their phones, searching for animated creatures in real-world places. The game has gotten some people into trouble. Several have been asked to … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Culture, Current Events
Tagged evangelism, Great Commission, illustration, make disciples, Matthew 28:19-20, Pokemon Go, witnessing
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That Dangerous Ark!
The Lexington Herald-Leader betrayed its liberal tendencies again yesterday. Their top story on the front page was about a letter sent by the Freedom From Religion Foundation to 1,000 school districts in 5 states. This letter warned educators about taking … Continue reading
Remember Our Roots
Dr. Dick Damron, former history professor at Kentucky Christian University, was once asked in an interview, “Why is it important to study history?” He responded: “We are developing a society of people who have no clue as to what it … Continue reading
Bringing Peace
Years ago there was a popular bumper sticker that read—“Visualize World Peace”. Peace is something that most people long for–but in a world filled with violence, conflict and strife–peace seems to be nothing more than an elusive dream. Today’s headlines … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Culture, Current Events, Prayer
Tagged Dallas shootings, illustration, Isaiah 9:6, Jesus Christ, prince of peace, violence, world peace
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Good News for All
The good news about salvation through Jesus Christ is amazingly attractive to all people. It is simple enough for a young child to understand, yet deep enough to warrant the contemplation of deep-thinking scholars and philosophers. In his sacrificial death, … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Communion Meditations
Tagged baptism, confession, eternal life, faith, gospel, Jesus, John 3:16, repentance, sacrificial death, salvation
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The Influence of Wayne Smith
Wayne Smith passed away last week, and his funeral service will be tomorrow at Southland Christian Church, the congregation that he loved so dearly and served so faithfully for so many years. Wayne was known for his wit and humor, … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Leadership
Tagged compassion, encourager, honor, illustration, influence, respect, Romans 13:7, Southland Christian Church, Wayne Smith
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Summitt of Influence
Many people are mourning the passing of one of the greatest coaches of all time, Pat Summitt, who coached the University of Tennessee women’s basketball team to 1,098 wins and 8 national championships. Coach Summitt is credited with raising the … Continue reading
Still Making Music
I have always thought that the Monkees were under-appreciated as a group. They sold an incredible number of records in their heyday. In addition to that, several of the Monkees’ hit songs have stood the test of time, still being … Continue reading
Commitment
The Coastal Carolina Chanticleers have made it to the finals of the College World Series in their first CWS appearance. The school’s baseball program had fallen on hard times when coach Gary Gilmore arrived there in 1996. The previous year … Continue reading
