THE DYNAMICS OF DISCIPLESHIP (part 7)

That the man (and woman) of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work. – II TIMOTHY 3:17Once a person repents and believes the gospel he becomes a new creation in Christ and is ready to be equipped for his service in the kingdom of God.

FRONT-PORCH GOSPEL: Mama’s finest hour

Good day to all, and welcome to the “front porch.”Today we pay a very special tribute to all the mothers who visit us here and share our musings and reflections on life regularly.Thank you so much for that.

OUT TO PASTOR: Maybe we should go back to smoke signal communications

I must admit that communication is an essential part of my life today.The longer I live, the more sophisticated those communications become, and it’s challenging to me.Recently, I was working on my latest book using my latest computer and its programs.

The dynamics of discipleship (part 6)

Therefore if any man (or woman) is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold all things have become new.

FRONT-PORCH GOSPEL: God bless you!

Good day to all. Welcome to the “front porch” – and God bless!The amazin’ blonde and I are in the oldest city in America, discovered by the great Spanish explorer Ponce de Leon.

OUT TO PASTOR: The Good, the Bad... and the Grouchy

Have you ever had a week where everything went just perfect?Neither have I.Every Monday morning, I plan a perfect week, and I try my best to stick to that plan.My problem is simple, I do not know the meaning of the word “perfect.

The dynamics of discipleship (part 5)

“Enter by the narrow gate; for wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and there are many who go in by it.” – MATTHEW 7:13Gospel means “Good News!

FRONT-PORCH GOSPEL: Pep talks from a great modern-day motivator

Good week to all. Welcome to the “front porch.”Sometimes I scroll through old writings and see things I barely remember writing, deep down in the archives.

OUT TO PASTOR: Just when I think I’ve got everything covered

I like to have an organized life.I must confess that my idea of organization is not The Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage’s idea.We may share many things, but not planning and organization.

The dynamics of discipleship (part 4)

“You know the commandments: ‘Do not commit adultery,’ ‘Do not murder,’ ‘Do not steal,’ ‘Do not bear false witness,’ ‘Honor your father and your mother.