Spending a few days in Ocean City, New Jersey with family. Enjoying the ocean breeze and a beautiful view, surrounded by my three precious kids and a loving wife. I’ve been reading Tim Kelly’s book, The Legend of Red Klotz. Klotz was the player-coach of the Washington Generals, a team that played the Harlem GlobetrottersContinue reading “A Few Thoughts on Losing”
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The Potter and the Clay
The word that came to Jeremiah from the LORD: “Arise, and go down to the potter’s house, and there I will let you hear my words.” So I went down to the potter’s house, and there he was working at his wheel. And the vessel he was making of clay was spoiled in the potter’s hand, andContinue reading “The Potter and the Clay”
A Picture that Never Fades
The following message is based on Romans 6:1-11 and presents the subject of baptism, which is a sacred picture, offered by the church, of ritual cleansing from sin. It was preached on June 2, 2013, on the occasion of baptizing six young people and receiving them into membership. Pictures are representations of memories or special events. WeContinue reading “A Picture that Never Fades”
How are You Spending the Summer?
The following message deals with that which Christians must remember, the basics of our faith found in the Apostles’ Creed, The Ten Commandments and the Lord’s Prayer. It was preached on Memorial Day, May 26, 2013 This weekend marks a highly anticipated time in the life of Americans, the Memorial Day weekend. Memorial Day is aContinue reading “How are You Spending the Summer?”
Setting Life Priorities
The following message is based on Ephesians 5:15-21. It was preached on February 17, 2013 INTRODUCTION One of the keys to being a successful person, in life, at work, with family, etc. is setting priorities. It is the focus upon what really matters, amidst manifold distractions. As it was put to me quite some timeContinue reading “Setting Life Priorities”
Qualities of a Sound Church
The following message is based on Titus 2:1-15. It was delivered on February 3, 2013 Etiquette is important. “How to’s” are necessary. I remember eating dinner with a friend from England. My father in-law reminded me to eat slowly, enjoy the experience etc. If I failed to follow his instructions, I would look like a fool. WhenContinue reading “Qualities of a Sound Church”
Central to Life 