One of the most difficult words to say or to hear in the English language is no.  Say the word to a toddler and watch the reaction.  Say it to a teenager and see what happens.  Say it to a young adult or even someone well up in age and the reaction will be felt. … Read More »

I remember back to my days as a boy that a very familiar part of life within a congregation was the fellowship meal.  I don’t remember how often we these events were held but it seemed like fairly often, perhaps monthly.  We would meet after Sunday School and Church for what we called a “Potluck… Read More »

It has been rather chaotic today in the office of Itawamba Christian Church.  The issue today centers around our internet service.  For some reason we have been unable to go online at the Church building and this has created several problems.  Like so many other entities in our world today, we find ourselves very dependent… Read More »

One of my passions as a younger man was playing the trumpet.  It started when I was in third grade and I enjoyed playing for my own pleasure as well as in bands at school.  When I was in Jr. High, I started to experiment with a bugle.  One of my Christmas presents around that… Read More »

I don’t often find myself coming to the place where I feel I “need” to go to my medical doctor.  That is not to say that I probably shouldn’t visit him more frequently.  It is to say that having spent over 60 years on this planet and all of those years in this body, I… Read More »

I suppose the idea of thinking outside the box is an idea that all of us have heard spoken about but I wonder how well we might be at it or even want to think about it.  By definition, it will require us to see value in a different way of thinking or admitting that… Read More »

Yesterday we said goodbye to some family who were visiting from out of state.  We see them only about once a year and so this time together was very special and appreciated.  They have the challenge of now being the parents of two teenage boys.  Having them come into our world was quite exhilarating and… Read More »

Sundays are usually very good and challenging days for a Pastor.  I love Sundays!  The coming together of God’s people to worship our magnificent God can be a very beautiful thing.  The joy of sharing and explaining God’s Word to eager hearers is such a pleasure for me.  Those moments are special and a savor… Read More »

Today happens to be my mom and dad’s wedding anniversary.  If they were still alive, today would mark 76 years of marriage.  Fortunately they did get to celebrate their 70th and my brother and I tried our best to mark the day properly.  The picture included here is from that day. This time of year… Read More »

Last Sunday was a beautiful day at Itawamba Christian Church.  A sanctuary filled to capacity and a congregation that ranged in age from 8 weeks old to 80+ years of age.  This week has found me being bombarded on social media with posts featuring students of all ages who are receiving kudos for the work… Read More »