Thinking Out Loud

A couple going through premarital counseling once asked if they could change the wedding vows to read, “As long as we both shall love.” “As long as we both shall live” sounded morbid and unromantic to them.

From the Pastor’s Desk

Pain and suffering. 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.

“Your Heart’s A Liar”

If you are in the habit of consulting only yourself, trusting your own instincts and believing that you will know in your heart what to do when the time comes, then you have a big problem.

What If This Were You?

He never saw trees, birds, or people. Color wasn’t in his world. Read about him in your Bible in John chapter 9.Was he a teen? Was he a twenty-something? Was he forty when Jesus helped him? What’s his name?

Thinking Out Loud

Death causes grief. It's overwhelming and painful. Most people want to help ease this painful transition for a family member in their time of loss but most people don't always behave rationally. And,what if the grief is due to suicide or murder?

“Coffee Cups Have Rims”

That fateful morning I quickly poured my cup of coffee as soon as it was hot and ready. Been looking forward to it all the way to the office. Well, yes, I guess could have been a little too eager. And I guess I may have been a little distracted.

Who Will Do It for You?

America’s opinion outlets typically fill vie wers with bad news. Even if it seems like good news, it won’t be for everyone. People have the freedom to choose what they agree with.

Thinking Out Loud

Going through the five stages of gr ief (Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, and Acceptance) is not a piece of cake, either. Grief counselors like to debate which of the five stages are the most difficult to go through.

Bickering Snowflakes”

We were created by our God to be different from each other. We all have different personalities, likes, loves, dislikes and downright detests. Unfortunately, too much of the time the detests are each other.Why? Because we see our outlook on life as the only plausible way to view life.

What Does This Mean for You?

Witches, horoscopes, communication with the dead. Are these from God? They may seem OK because our culture promotes these beliefs!Two podcasters stated, “It’s a compliment to be called a witch! Not the bad witch,but Mom witch. What a great compliment!