“But when the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son, born of woman, born under the law” (Galatians 4:4 ESV). Is there anything more remarkably beautiful than seeing the glistening eyes of a child filled with wonder as she looks upon a Continue Reading
December 2, 2012
In the Fullness of Time and the Wonder of Christmas (Galatians 4:4)—The First Sunday in Advent
November 25, 2012
Christ the King Sunday: Not Waiting Long Enough for Advent to Begin
For those who observe the church seasons, and I must admit that the older I am more satisfied with the rhythms of the life of Jesus, and the traditions of the Church, than the calendars that commemorate this world. We almost missed Christ the King Continue Reading
November 21, 2012
“God is Great; God is Good; Let us Thank Him…”—Remembering Thanksgiving
Growing up in a rural, poverty-stricken area of South Louisiana, my Aunt Eva, who adopted this orphan boy, had never driven a car. Therefore, my world was rather small, except for books that I collected, and antique (then!) black and white Zenith TV. From Continue Reading
March 29, 2012
New Song for Easter: Free for Download—”I Glory in the Cross”
As the Lenten season now gives way to Palm Sunday, Holy Week, and Easter Sunday, our hearts are again lifted to the glory of the cross of Jesus Christ. That which was a sign of shame became the symbol of salvation. That which was an instrument of Continue Reading
December 11, 2007 Leave a Comment
How I Want our Beginning to be Remembered
On December 9, 2007, I gave my farewell sermon to First Presbyterian Church, Chattanooga, in order to go on a sabbatical and then prepare to assume duties as the President of Reformed Theological Seminary, Charlotte, North Carolina. I entitled the Continue Reading
December 6, 2007 Leave a Comment
An Advent Series with Order of Worship, Readings, Lighting, sermon series, and Quotes
The Once and Future Christmas: An Advent Worship and Sermon Series I have found that, for many pastors and worship leaders, preparation for Advent and Christmas begins during this time. I trust the following could be of some help. This Advent Continue Reading
May 27, 2007 Leave a Comment
Out of Our Minds
When they came to Jesus, they found the man from whom the demons had gone out, sitting at Jesus’ feet, dressed and in his right mind; and they were afraid. Luke 8.35 NIV The story of the man of the tombs, the insane savage who existed in the graves of Continue Reading
