I have known pastors for most of my life. I have been a pastor since 1981. In my present position I am around pastors daily. Pastors come in all shapes and sizes, backgrounds and gift mixes. There is one common denominator, they have a call from God on their lives. The call of God is what will hold the pastor through the tough times. A few years ago I wrote the following and I still…
Read MoreTwo Pastors and the Difference they are makings
On Sunday I visited two congregations. I installed a new pastor at a rural church. Because of everyone’s schedule, I was unable to conduct this service earlier. Pastor Doug and his wife Ellen are doing a great job, morale is up and things are on the upswing. Pastor Doug is from the little town where he pastors. Rather than being a hindrance it seems to be working out for Pastor…
Read MoreIn appreciation of Pastors
This blog is being written as I watch the National league playoffs. The fans in the stands are waving towels and screaming at decibel levels usually reserved for train wrecks and meteor crashes. Fans are cheering for their hometown favorites! One would not have to declare October as Baseball player appreciation month, it is in full bloom and on display for all to see. Our world is filled with people…
Read MoreUnsung heroes
There are all kinds of heroes among us. The men and women who served our country are indeed heroes. We enjoy the many freedoms we have today because of the sacrifice our military. This is the day in our country we salute them and honor their service and sacrifice. Thank you for your service.
Read More“A Desk is a dangerous place from which to view the World”
The statement that a desk is a not so good place from which to observe the world is credited to John le Carre. This a pen name of a British author of espionage novels. In my traveling about I had heard it attributed to a preacher. It is advice that I still give to young pastors. The technological age has brought us many advantages, so many in fact that they are…
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