One tradition the Big Guy and I look forward each year is packing shoe boxes for Operation Christmas Child. Operation Christmas Child is a project of Franklin Graham's organization Samaritan's Purse that seeks to provide the neediest children with a simple gift. For many this may be the only gift they have ever received. How … Continue reading Operation Christmas Child 2010
Repost: Halloween or Reformation Day?
Note: Originally posted on 30 October 2008. Personally, Halloween has never been a big deal for me. My mom didn’t like the idea of children going house to house and begging for candy so the only trick-or-treating I did was at my grandparents or other relative’s houses. I’m not really into costumes or scary things … Continue reading Repost: Halloween or Reformation Day?
On Calendars…
I have one of those big calendars on my desk at work. It is actually a very useful tool. I use it to keep up with events throughout the month. It also makes a great notepad. As I was changing the calendar Friday I was struck by the difference between the new sheet and the … Continue reading On Calendars…
Revive us Again
While I prefer a contemporary worship style I still find myself returning to the "old hymns" for inspiration. Revive Us Again By William P. MacKay & John J. Husband Performed by Greg Allen with the Worship Network We praise Thee, O God! For the Son of Thy love, For Jesus Who died, And is now … Continue reading Revive us Again
One Minute Sermon
A friend posted this on Facebook. I thought it was worth sharing. Tamara Lowe packs a lot in under two minutes. This was originally shared at Christ Fellowship in Palm Beach area Florida.
“I’m just a struggling Christian; not a good one like you.”
That statement from a conversation I had last month has haunted me. It is the kind of statement that just sticks with you and pops up when least expected. There are many aspects of that statement that get me. First, I'm a struggling Christian. Honestly, most Christians are struggling even if they are not willing … Continue reading “I’m just a struggling Christian; not a good one like you.”
Flashback: Lessons From Crocs
Editor's note: Orignially posted 24 May 2009. On a recent shopping trip I got stuck in an unusually long line. While waiting I begin comparing a display of knock-off “Crocs” type shoes with my Crocs. As I was comparing the shoes I realized that there were some spiritual lessons that could be gleaned from the … Continue reading Flashback: Lessons From Crocs
The Dee Zone 