Pastor’s Pen (Page 3)
Christians are Turkeys
Last Thanksgiving, while driving home to my parents, I heard a story on National Public Radio explaining why we call turkeys “turkeys.†After all, turkeys are indigenous to North America, so why are they named after a country in Eastern Europe? It seems it all began when turkeys were taken to England from the Americas in the 1500s. At this time, the English called…
September Pastor’s Pen
Let’s be honest: people can be annoying. Even those we deeply love can sometimes get on our nerves. In those moments, it’s so hard to be kind and gracious. But as Christians, we are to love at all times, even when the people in our lives are really grating. “We love because he first loved us†(1 John 4:19). Jesus loved us so much, he was willing to prove his love…
March Pastor’s Pen
Perhaps this will surprise you, but I like Lent. It certainly is a busier season for me due to extra services and the like, but I appreciate the time to reflect, to be disciplined, to seek God with renewed passion. I hope you will take a long, deep look at yourself during these next 40 days to see where God is encouraging you to do some weeding or growing. In Sunday…
December Pastor’s Pen
As I write, the lyrics to a popular Christmas tune have begun running through my head. “It’s the most, wonderful time of the year. With the kids jingle belling and everyone telling you be of good cheer! It’s the most wonderful time of the year.†While the joy detailed in this song is normally how I feel at Christmastime, this year I’m having a little trouble…
August Pastor’s Pen
Hi everyone. Â Well, this is my first attempt at blogging and it could go poorly. Â But I will try to post my pastor’s pens here as faithfully as possible. Â Happy reading and pondering!