Someone sent me an article from the Columbus Dispatch (Friday, July 3, 2009) by Meredith Heagney. The article begins by showing the “Go Ye Gospel Ministries” congregation, primarily people from Kenya, that started in 2003. While we have sent missionaries to Africa and the uttermost parts of the world, we’ve often failed to embrace those same people in our churches. Continue reading “Southern Baptists Seek More Diversity”
Month: August 2009
The Death of Ted Kennedy
No matter what you thought of Ted Kennedy as a man, a Senator, or a political figure, he is dead today. Gone is the most liberal lion of the last 47 years in the Senate. Gone is the last of Joe Kennedy’s nine children. Gone is the last of a family dynasty that has, depending on your perspective, affected and impacted America either for good or bad.
I Love the Mountains
In the last few weeks I’ve preached in three states, traveled nearly 2,500 miles, preached four new sermons at home, hosted a Pastor’s Lunch, and been at a big event at our Sports Park among other things. To say I am weary is an understatement. My wife keeps saying, “Take those speaking engagements, honey. We’ve got a wedding to pay for” I guess as Ron Dunn would say, “Low motive is better than no motive.” Continue reading “I Love the Mountains”
The Power of Persistence
Since I came to Sherwood nearly 20 years ago, I have emphasized prayer. Early on, I established our Intercessory Prayer Ministry, and I firmly believe that prayer is an integral part of Sherwood. God has blessed this congregation and her ministries through the faithful prayers of the body of Christ. Continue reading “The Power of Persistence”
Welcome to the New Normal!
Sunday’s worship set a new normal for the members of Sherwood. Not that we should or would expect every Sunday to be like this past one, but it certainly reminded us of what could be if a church obeys God and functions like an “Acts 2” church in all areas.
