OUT TO PASTOR: Is this a Christmas present or what?

One great blessing of Christmas is presents. Of course, at my age, I am not too interested in what I am getting but rather what I am giving. I cannot think of one thing I really would want. I got everything I need even though some of it may be old and outdated.

FRONT-PORCH GOSPEL: ‘Ma’am, have you ever been to heaven?’

Good week to all: Welcome to the “front porch.” The five-year-old had a hop in his step as he let go of his mama’s hand and plopped into the barber’s chair. “Well, hello, young man,” said the stylist, “What’s your name?” “I’m Levi,” he said confidently, “What’s yours?

HOPE FOR TODAY: The miracle of the virgin birth

The center piece of the Christmas season is the birth of Jesus. Popular Christmas songs, various figurine displays and holiday sermons all make it prominent. But what about Jesus’ birth specifically, makes Christmas, Christmas? His virgin birth.

OUT TO PASTOR: Where does Santa get his naughty or nice list?

This week, the Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage approached me with a serious question. As far as I am concerned, life is full of questions, but coming from her, I need to be very careful. I have found out that a question with her is not merely a question.

FRONT-PORCH GOSPEL: Two old friends ringing in a new year again

Some scenes stick with you for a lifetime, kind of like that old Georgia red clay. Proceed carefully today, because the scene of which you are about to read will stay with you a very long time. I am sure of it. I began sharing this particular one with you many years ago.

OUT TO PASTOR: The difference between a fool and being full

I was relaxing in my easy chair just one day after Thanksgiving. My ears were still ringing with all the chatter that went on around our Thanksgiving dinner table. As I was sitting in my chair, I noticed I was feeling rather stuffed.

FRONT-PORCH GOSPEL: Every day was Thanksgiving at Grandma’s

Good week to all: Welcome to the “front porch.” Well, another Thanksgiving has passed. We’ve all eaten enough turkey and dressing and cranberry sauce and pumpkin, pecan, and apple pies to last us ‘til Christmas.

GOD’S GRACE MINISTRIES: Weigh ourselves in the balances (part 2)

This is not instructions how to comply with the word of God, that is the Spirits responsibility that brings truth; this is a self-evaluation to determine whether we are in compliance with God’s word or whether we live in error apart from God’s Word.

OUT TO PASTOR: A post Thanksgiving wishbone

Now that Thanksgiving is over, I can sit back and recoup from the activity. I’m not sure about anybody else, but a holiday such as Thanksgiving takes a lot out of me. Of course, it puts a lot in me, but that’s another story.

FRONT-PORCH GOSPEL: Preacher Miller walked the walk

Good week to all: Welcome to the “front porch.” Happy Thanksgiving! It was Thanksgiving, 1997, when we first shared the following story – and that was about the time many of you and I first met. I’d say that is a special blessing, too, and something else to give thanks for today.