The Main Business of the Church

August 10, 2017.Reading time 6 minutes.

What is the main business of the Church? Until we know why we exist, we will struggle to live into our purpose.

Dear Pastor, Write Your Own Sermons!

September 7, 2016.Reading time 6 minutes.

I have been preaching for a long time. I do not preach every Sunday at my church. But, I do preach often enough to know that it is not easy. And, it is not something that should be taken lightly by those who bear the responsibility. It takes a great deal of effort and even […]

A Pastoral Reflection: Why we can’t just get along.

July 12, 2016.Reading time 14 minutes.

an incomplete puzzle with the word "Truth"

Our words and deeds should bring healing to those we encounter. And when they do not, we see the evidence that we have strayed too far from the path that has been set before us as the body of Christ.

I just don’t want to preach this

September 18, 2015.Reading time 3 minutes.

The pastor of our church will be out of town for the next couple of Sundays. So, I have been asked to preach. Preaching can be a challenging task. Having to study the text, interpret it and then try to find ways of helping the congregation to apply it to their lives can get overwhelming. […]

A Letter to My Former Youth

June 27, 2015.Reading time 9 minutes.

To my former youth, If you were a member of a youth ministry that I served, this is for you. I offer my thoughts to you as an act of love. In light of recent events I want to offer one more lesson. Take it our leave it. That’s up to you. I just feel […]