We are often told to “count our blessings,” and the Thanksgiving holiday is a great time to really do that. None of us could ever list every single thing with which God has blessed us, but we can all think of a few things that are most important. This list is not comprehensive, but let [...]

We don’t have TV anymore, but I am still getting to see a little bit of basketball. We love espn360.com.  Okay, I love espn360.com, and Leah admits that she’s glad I’m getting to see some college basketball, as well. In fact, on most days, there are more choices on there than on TV. I’ve already [...]

When I was in the Sonshine Singers at Freed-Hardeman, we sang the beautiful hymn ”Where No One Stands Alone” many times. The song was also a favorite at campus singings and devotionals. It’s always fascinating to me what “old” songs are commonly sung by young people and young adults. The hymn reflects a theme that is common [...]

Every congregation has visitors. Even small, rural congregations have visitors from time-to-time. Since we are in a fairly large city (and near the airport, Opryland Hotel, and LP Field), we have regular visitors. We are always excited to see new faces. Visitors are exciting, whether from near or far. I have never met with anyone [...]

I love commentaries. I don’t have as many as I’d like to have, but I love the ones I have, and I like having the church library just down the hall to fill in some gaps in my own library. Obviously, there are some that I like more than others, and some I trust very [...]