. . . 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).

“Heroes Ride Hondas There”

Faraway country. Poverty stricken area with hard-working citizens, who don’t have much chance to see things change for the better. My hero rides his Honda into their part of his world every day, to deliver help and hope. To teach them that their God truly loves them.

Family Discussions

The New Year is here and time to make those resolutions. Some things we want to begin, some to say 'good-bye' to, and some to resume. Many people have mixed feelings about this time, and some just feel inadequate or overwhelmed. So, what do we do about this long standing tradition?

Death or Birth?

The author of the Old Testament Bible book of Ecclesiastes wrote wise words for people to think about. He also wrote with a pessimistic slant. At times he was downright negative! King Solomon’s words of wisdom get the listener to think about his or her own temporal life.

Thinking Out Loud

By John T. Catrett, III Scissortail Hospice Chaplain Bristow, Oklahoma Death or Birth? By Ken Murrell Depew Church of Christ The author of the Old Testament Bible book of Ecclesiastes wrote wise words for people to think about. He also wrote with a pessimistic slant.

“A Little Girl Named Hope”

Grandma lay in the hospital bed, a shadow of the vital, energetic woman she had been just a year ago. Her strong hands that were endlessly involved in her family’s life, providing, comforting, and disciplining, now lay listlessly on the bed cover, thin and fragile.

Who’s Talking to God?

Mike had traveled to Colorado for a family reunion. Arriving early, he decided to do some free climbing, an extreme rock climbing sport. He had no equipment, and he failed to tell anyone of his plans.

Personal Holiday Affirmation

During the holiday season, while others are celebrating family togetherness, gift giving, traditions of Christmas and holiday joy, you may be challenged with feelings of sadness, loneliness, and emptiness.

... from the Pastor’s Desk

Many of us experience pain and suffering in one way or another; physical, emotional, relationally, financial. Sometimes our pain and suffering is mild, but at other times we wonder how we will ever go on. There have been times I have asked that question—maybe you have also.

A Guide To Good Living

Learn to laugh; a laugh is better than medicine. Learn to mind your own business; few men can handle their own well. Learn to tell a story; a well told story is like a sunbeam in a sickroom. Learn to say kind things; nobody ever resents them.