Scripture: John 1:5 The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not overcome it. Thought for the Day: I was speaking to a fellow clergy person a few months back, and this individual has had some wonderful moments in his/her current ministry along with a few struggles. I was surprised to hear how the struggles defined the ministry, entirely overshadowing the wonderful moments. Most all of
Scripture: Philippians 1:3-5 I thank my God every time I remember you, constantly praying with joy in every one of my prayers for all of you, because of your sharing in the gospel from the first day until now. Thought for the Day: Paul offered a shout-out to the Christians in Philippi, and today, I want to offer my own version of the Pauline shout-out. Yesterday was another
Scripture: Psalm 27:11 Teach me your way, O Lord, and lead me on a level path because of my enemies. Thought for the Day: On a construction site wall in the Magic Kingdom was a sign with a quote from Walt Disney: All our dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them. I think the church is currently under construction, yet our work needs
Scripture: 1st Samuel 17:16-18 For forty days the Philistine came forward and took his stand, morning and evening. Jesse said to his son David, “Take for your brothers an ephah of this parched grain and these ten loaves, and carry them quickly to the camp to your brothers; also take these ten cheeses to the commander of their thousand. See how your brothers fare, and bring some token
Scripture: Psalm 25:1-5 To you, O Lord, I lift up my soul. O my God, in you I trust; do not let me be put to shame; do not let my enemies exult over me. Do not let those who wait for you be put to shame; let them be ashamed who are wantonly treacherous. Make me to know your ways, O Lord; teach me your paths. Lead
Scripture: 1st Corinthians 9:19 For though I am free with respect to all, I have made myself a slave to all, so that I might win more of them. Thought for the Day: I know that pride and arrogance can be very dangerous, but I am very proud of our church Elders here at Cypress Creek Christian Church. Discussions around the welcoming of those in the LGBT community,
Scripture: Psalm 145:9 The Lord is good to all, and his compassion is over all that he has made. Thought for the Day: A while back there was a demonstration in California in which a group of women were demanding their right to go topless on certain beaches. Now I don’t want to turn this into a forum for that topic, but I saw a man who was
Scripture: Joshua 22:5 Take good care to observe the commandment and instruction that Moses the servant of the Lord commanded you, to love the Lord your God, to walk in all his ways, to keep his commandments, and to hold fast to him, and to serve him with all your heart and with all your soul. Thought for the Day: Maya Angelou’s words strike me as essential components
Scripture: 2nd Timothy 1:6 For this reason I remind you to rekindle the gift of God that is within you through the laying on of my hands; for God did not give us a spirit of cowardice, but rather a spirit of power and of love and of self-discipline. Thought for the Day: This week will present many challenges. It doesn’t matter where you are or what you
DON’T FORGET One Service Sunday TODAY at 10:30am Lunch to follow… Scripture: Proverbs 22:11 (the Message)God loves the pure-hearted and well-spoken; good leaders also delight in their friendship. Thought for the Day: The other night, we gathered together with folks for some fireworks and good food. We enjoyed the fireworks and definitely the food. As a kid, the fireworks would have been the highlight…followed closely by the desserts.