Archive for April, 2006
More
What would you pray for those whom you dearly love? What does a good coach want for his most talented players? What does a parent want for their children? What does God want from us?
The answer to all of those questions is one word – more. More growth and more training, more love and more […]
Published by AP on April 30th, 2006 tagged Preaching, Worship, Spiritual Formation | Comment now »
His eyes tell us what our hearts cannot believe…
Loy Mershimer posted this yesterday. I think it is a beautiful expression of The One Who Knows Us Best, and so I reprint it here for you today. Be sure to let Loy know how much you appreciate this.
The one who knows us best…
…loves us the most
Jesus didn’t reply to the men, but rather stooped […]
Published by AP on April 26th, 2006 tagged Fellowship, Love, Spiritual Formation | Comment now »
Boycott Exxon Mobil
“Don’t mess with Texas!”
Being from Texas, I’ve heard that phrase all my life. Now someone is finally putting it into a context that makes sense in our current economy. Bee County Judge Jimmy Martinez has asked the constituents of his county to participate in a boycott - against none other than Exxon Mobil!
But wait - […]
Published by AP on April 26th, 2006 tagged Texas | Comment now »
Treasure
You’ve probably seen this story before, but it’s a good one that is worth repeating….
The cheerful little girl with bouncy golden curls was almost five. Waiting with her mother at the checkout stand, she saw them, a circle of glistening white pearls in a pink foil box.
“Oh mommy please, Mommy. Can I have them? Please, […]
Published by AP on April 26th, 2006 tagged Love | Comment now »
Recommended Reading
In my browsing around the ‘net, I came across several interesting sites worth spending some time with…. (click on the underlined links to follow)
The Flag of the World by Timothy Goddard
Mens News Daily
Lines of Duty by Dan Lacey
Peace Like a River
Enjoy….
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Published by AP on April 23rd, 2006 tagged Blogging | Comment now »
“AFTER”, part 3
Finally, after the fear, and after the forgiveness in that room, I see faith.
I see faith restored. Into that room walked someone they thought they would never see again. Hope sprang fresh from the darkness of their hearts. They witnessed in person the Living Lord, and rejoiced. Their faith was restored.
“This Gospel of John shows […]
Published by AP on April 22nd, 2006 tagged Preaching | Comment now »
“AFTER”, part 2
But not only do I see fear in that room, after fear I see forgiveness.
I see forgiveness demonstrated by the first words out of Jesus’ mouth when he entered the room. “Peace be with you!” Not “Where were you guys?” Not “How could you have let me down?” But, “Peace be with you” - forgiveness […]
Published by AP on April 22nd, 2006 tagged Preaching | Comment now »
“AFTER”, part 1
Your best friend just got murdered - executed, in fact. You could have helped him escape, but you ran instead. You’re angry and disappointed, not only in yourself, but in your friend. He said he could handle it. He said he was big enough to avoid it. He said he was God. Or at least, […]
Published by AP on April 22nd, 2006 tagged Preaching | Comment now »
Spring Fishin’ at Lake Erie
Fishing, Lake Erie, Pattersons, Photos, Sons, Spring 2006
Published by AP on April 20th, 2006 tagged Pattersons, Photos, Sons | Comment now »
At the John BrownTannery
john brown, Pattersons, Pennsylvania, Photos