. . . from the Pastor’s Desk

In Matthew Three, John the Baptist is at the river Jordan baptizing when Jesus shows up and comes through the crowd. He walks to the river’s edge and steps into the water. (the river He created).

What are signs of the times?

Philosopher George Santayana famously said, “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” In other words, if you don’t know what came before, you will likely regret what happens next. Teens often repeat unwise behavior, such as getting a buzz and then driving home. Careless!

Mayors’ Corner

Mayor Kris Wyatt Let's talk communication. City Council meetings are held the first and third Mondays at 7 pm. at City Hall, 110 west 7th. Theses are open to the public and livestreamed on the Bristow City Hall Facebook page.

Thinking Out Loud

You must beware of triggers! They will occur when you least expect them. So, you are having a relatively good day after months of struggling with the loss of a precious loved one.

What’s In It For Me?

Depew Church of Christ The couple pledged a large sum for an impoverished community. They first had to sell their property. The big day arrived. Those who’d pledged arrived, ready to give. Ananias and his wife, Sapphira, arrived separately. Ananias showed first. Peter questioned him.

Dirt Swept Under The Rug Is Still Dirt

In our country there are entire families who will suffer through a severe issue that eventually severs family relationships for many years. Eventually, someone might tentatively extend an olive branch, and another will cautiously reach out to accept it.

Thinking Out Loud

Keeping Precious Memories Alive One of the most worrisome fears that a grieving person can experience is wondering how to keep a memory alive after a wonderful loved one has died.

Mayors’ Corner

Public safety is a primary focus of City government. Here’s an update on changes in Bristow in the last 5 months. We have added another fulltime firefighter to the staff. This improves responsiveness and can help to lower home-owner insurance rates.

Anyone Anywhere Anytime

On occasion a grief occurrence may strike anyone anywhere at anytime. Sometimes it is anticipated, other times completely unexpected. It can have damaging effects and block our progress, dampen our spirit, diminish our hope, and leave us vulnerable to discouragement and despair. 'I am responsible.

. . . from the Pastor’s Desk

I have heard some scary words in my life; FOR EXAMPLE: When I heard my mother yell my full name, I trembled at how scary my own name was! I’m confident that you have heard some scary words in your life, too. Maybe you’ve heard your doctor say, “It’s cancer,” or some other medical condition.