Not really. We’d never say it. But it’s how we live sometimes. It’s easy to spotlight someone else’s foibles because we don’t share that shortcoming. It’s rampant in ministry, families, even sports. Somebody goofs… Read More »Your Sins are Worse than Mine
I get to use my voice a lot. Not today. It’s out. Took a break. Adios. I don’t always use it well, but I definitely use it, and it carries a lot of weight… Read More »Laryngitis, Camaros, and Putin
We love to talk about the sins we used to commit, but no longer do. But current sins? “That’s nobody’s business.”We love to talk about the sins others commit that we don’t. “It’s not gossip… Read More »The Truth – Depending on Who You Ask
I’m just a guy trying to be a blessing. I listen to people talk on and on about themselves. It’s me this, and I that. And I think, “when are we gonna talk about me?”… Read More »What About Me?
Yes, that Gateway. The one that went through the fire last year after our pastor resigned. The one that lost members, reduced staff, and split families, is now recovering under new leadership. Yet, here was… Read More »Brooke Ligertwood, “What a Beautiful Name” at Gateway Church
We hear a lot about “abiding,” to remain, to dwell. One definition even references a “temporary” dwelling, while “residing” implies a more “permanent” placement. However, I “reside” in Forney, but I work in Tyler… Read More »Abiding? Or Residing?
Many people relate to Peter. Peter was quick to speak. Quick to react. When trouble came, he took matters into his own hands. He cut off a soldier’s ear! Jesus rebuked him to let… Read More »Are You Like Peter?
Jesus prayed for his disciples. The disciples showed Jesus’ character to the world, thereby glorifying God. (Be like the disciples.) But know this: If you live for Jesus, the world will see you as a… Read More »Salt. Light.
We hear it all the time. Abide. The bible says it. Your pastor says it. KVNE says it. Today we’re letting it sink in. It’s become more important than ever. The less I lean… Read More »Abide
People love October. They even fiddled with the name for advertising purposes. Some love it for football. Some love KVNE’s Fall Praise Share Fundraiser. I love all that too. But there’s one thing about… Read More »Rock Tober