Pastoral Reflections on Life and Ministry

The “Enough” Filled Life

Introduction In the contemporary Christian world, there has been a lot of “hype” recently about goals.  Believers are encouraged today to follow their dreams, believe in themselves, and shut out any negative voices in their lives.  The common message of the day—“you can if you want to,” resonates with many individuals who are seeking more […]

The Story of the Bible

Introduction Do you like stories?  I love stories! I prefer mostly adventure novels or mysteries, but who does not like a good story?  The Bible is a story.  You may not have always thought of it as such, but it is a story.  The plotline of the story stretches from the very first pages until the end.  […]

Gospel Definitions

Introduction The term “Gospel” is one of those words you hear a lot around churches, especially our church!  But what does it mean?  Oftentimes we use these words—you could call them “church words”, and people who have spent time in churches know what they mean, but if you have not spent a lot of time […]

Good News?

Introduction to the “good news” The term “gospel” is a common word in church circles.  Sad to say, many people—even “church people”, do not understand what the word means.  Even those who do have trouble grasping the entire scope of what the word expresses.  The word “gospel” in the original language of the New Testament […]