Pastor Greg’s e-mails (Page 2)
Happy Fourth of July…Hello Summer!
June 21st marked the first day of summer and sure enough…it is here! Whoa, temps near 90 and humidity the same. Someone, hand me a towel. I am NOT complaining; this is Wisconsin. Pastor Cathy and I are enjoying the series, Renewing Our Minds and are working diligently daily to do so. The statement, Miracles come in cans…has me smiling as well as pondering the thought.…
Wait!
Not my favorite word. Yet very crucial in possessing that which is valuable in life. You’ve heard it said, “good things come to those who wait.” Counter it with, “he who hesitates…”… Somewhat of a conundrum wouldn’t you say? Of course it is, unless life has taught and we have learned its lessons. My greatest ally in waiting for something I desperately want…
It’s all in your head!
I’ve been told that………..it’s often someone telling me a fact or perception is not true but imagined, usually with my best interests at heart. However, the mind has an incredible capacity to “see”… imagine, dream, or remember……..All are in your mind. The Bible tells us to renew our mind and not let it conform us…
Value…..
We make most decisions based on “worth.” Every marketing campaign stresses the “value” of the product or service offered. Should I buy, or retain a service, is based on value. This morning we attended a school chapel service in which our grandchildren participated. The Good Friday/Easter story being featured stirred the thoughts and emotions of our…
Hooked on a Feeling…?
I woke up the other morning with that song playing in my head! How’s that for “spiritual”? I would have rather had “hallelujah”! B.J. Thomas made the song popular back in the “day”. I know, I know… it probably wasn’t your “day”. Nonetheless, I had to pursue the question, why the song? It didn’t take long to find the answer. I heard myself use that word “feel” or…
New Year’s Greetings!
As a child, a year’s passing took an eternity…not so anymore. We all seem to relate to that observation. Whether the desire to linger over a moment longer comes with age…or we are living at a faster pace is fact, we are nudged into the faster lane by life itself. What I enjoy most about the New in New Year is the “re-set” or “re-boot” it affords us. Challenges met with…
I Love You…
Certainly different from my last e-letter entitled “wanna fight?”… Many of you commented on the series “Fighting the Good Fight.” Thank you! It is always our desire to help not only in sound doctrine, but in practical “everyday” issues we face. These three words are captivating! Mostly, because of the energy they bring. When I hear those words, I can climb any mountain,…
Wanna Fight?
As a kid on the school playground, the question came up more than once. Immediately a decision had to be made. I mean, the challenge demanded a response. In a flash, the size, the person, the enemy, and the issue had to be assessed. Is there a cause? Am I, or someone I care about being bullied, intimidated or hurting? Is this worth fighting for? Big brothers fight…
The Questions…
We have answers. It is amazing how often the feeling comes up, “I don’t know who to turn to?” You may have had a friend tell you, “turn to God,” “Ask Him.” But you’re really are not sure how to connect with the Almighty, or what that answer might look like. Uncertainty leaves you painfully stuck in a circumstance that is stressing you beyond the breaking point. Pastor…
Good Good Father…
No matter the past or present relationship you’ve experienced with your earthly father, there is an incredible relationship awaiting you, with your Heavenly Father. Contemporary Christian recording artist Chris Tomlin released a worship song called “Good, Good Father,” reminding the Body of Christ who their Father is and what He is like. (This being Father’s Day weekend,…