JIM WALL
Good Morning!
You know, I am tired today, and I am going to be retired tomorrow. Really!
Today is the last day before my retirement. I have been working at Central
for 31 years and 9 months. It is time for me to step-aside and let someone
much younger direct the Senior Adult Ministry.
I have really enjoyed all my years at Central. I started in 1983 as the Youth
Director, and for the past 20 plus years, I have been working with senior
adults. The memories and relationships – I will always cherish.
I thank God for the opportunities I have had to share my faith and my life
with people I have come to love and some I will never meet. At this time in
my life, I am more convinced than ever that the very best thing anyone
could have is a life-long walk with Jesus. Blessings, Peace, and Farewell.
Friday, May 30, 2014
Thursday, May 29, 2014
Thursday, May 29, 2014
BOB
Good morning. This is Bob Peden of Central United Methodist Church.
To be conscious about something is to be aware of it. I ask God to help me remember that He gave me life. I Thank Him for the gift of life. I pray for Him to teach me to slow down, to be still and enjoy the pleasures created for me. To be aware of the beauty that surrounds me. The calmness of lakes, the fragility of a flower petal fluttering in the wind, the majesty of mountains, the rolling of the seas, the marvel of an oak tree, covered in spanish moss, swaying in the breeze. I need to remember that all these things come from God. He is the giver of every good and perfect gift.
Good morning. This is Bob Peden of Central United Methodist Church.
To be conscious about something is to be aware of it. I ask God to help me remember that He gave me life. I Thank Him for the gift of life. I pray for Him to teach me to slow down, to be still and enjoy the pleasures created for me. To be aware of the beauty that surrounds me. The calmness of lakes, the fragility of a flower petal fluttering in the wind, the majesty of mountains, the rolling of the seas, the marvel of an oak tree, covered in spanish moss, swaying in the breeze. I need to remember that all these things come from God. He is the giver of every good and perfect gift.
Wednesday, May 28, 2014
Wednesday, May 28, 2014
JIM CAIN
Good Morning! Several years ago a friend of mine was called to the hospital
to identify the body of his brother, who had been killed. This death was just
another in a line of violent behaviors that had plagued his family for years.
My friend remembers standing near the remains of his brother
and making the resolution:” it stops with me.”
We all can call on this resolve. Our family history may have some tragic
chapters, but our history doesn’t have to be our future. Talk about it. Bring
it out in the open. Revealing leads to healing. Don’t just pray, “Father, help
me forgive, but give God the details.
What I am suggesting is difficult I know, but give God the details and allow
Him to work. You’ll be surprised at how drastically things can change.
When we’re in a tough situation, we shouldn’t try to endure it or face it
alone. One of the benefits of being in the Family of God is the support we
can offer to one another concerning the problems we face. “Bear one
another’s burdens, and thereby fulfill the law of Christ". Galatians 6:2
Good Morning! Several years ago a friend of mine was called to the hospital
to identify the body of his brother, who had been killed. This death was just
another in a line of violent behaviors that had plagued his family for years.
My friend remembers standing near the remains of his brother
and making the resolution:” it stops with me.”
We all can call on this resolve. Our family history may have some tragic
chapters, but our history doesn’t have to be our future. Talk about it. Bring
it out in the open. Revealing leads to healing. Don’t just pray, “Father, help
me forgive, but give God the details.
What I am suggesting is difficult I know, but give God the details and allow
Him to work. You’ll be surprised at how drastically things can change.
When we’re in a tough situation, we shouldn’t try to endure it or face it
alone. One of the benefits of being in the Family of God is the support we
can offer to one another concerning the problems we face. “Bear one
another’s burdens, and thereby fulfill the law of Christ". Galatians 6:2
Tuesday, May 27, 2014
Tuesday, May 27, 2014
GLENDA
Good Morning: The greatest man in history, Jesus, had no servants, yet they
called him Master. He had no degree, yet they called Him Teacher. He had
no medicines, yet they called Him Healer. He had no army, yet kings feared
Him. He won no military battles, yet He conquered the world. He
committed no crime, yet they crucified Him. He was buried in a tomb, yet
He lives today.
I feel honored to serve such a leader who loves us. If you deny Him,
remember these words that He spoke: “If you deny me before men, I will
deny you before my Father in Heaven.” Think on these things and have a
wonderful day!
Good Morning: The greatest man in history, Jesus, had no servants, yet they
called him Master. He had no degree, yet they called Him Teacher. He had
no medicines, yet they called Him Healer. He had no army, yet kings feared
Him. He won no military battles, yet He conquered the world. He
committed no crime, yet they crucified Him. He was buried in a tomb, yet
He lives today.
I feel honored to serve such a leader who loves us. If you deny Him,
remember these words that He spoke: “If you deny me before men, I will
deny you before my Father in Heaven.” Think on these things and have a
wonderful day!
Monday, May 26, 2014
Monday, May 26, 2014
DENNIS
Happy Memorial Day! Today is a good time to reflect on the sacrifices and
services of all past and present American military men and women. Our
military has always recruited the best young men and women in the US, and
we should always shower them with appreciation, support, and prayers.
Memorial Day is an opportunity for us to express the special place they have
in the hearts of American citizens and it gives us a chance to honor the
people who work in the various branches of the military.
The horrific
tragedy of September 11, 2001, stirred and reawakened the spirit of
patriotism. The words 'United We Stand' and 'God Bless America' still hold
the power to stir out hearts on this very special day. Let the feelings of true
patriotism and love for all those who have risked their lives for the sake of
America be shown. Demonstrate your support by putting up American flags
in front of your homes, and tell a person in uniform or a veteran, “Thank
you for your service.”
I am Dennis Gossett for Central United Methodist Church saying, “Thank
You.”
Happy Memorial Day! Today is a good time to reflect on the sacrifices and
services of all past and present American military men and women. Our
military has always recruited the best young men and women in the US, and
we should always shower them with appreciation, support, and prayers.
Memorial Day is an opportunity for us to express the special place they have
in the hearts of American citizens and it gives us a chance to honor the
people who work in the various branches of the military.
The horrific
tragedy of September 11, 2001, stirred and reawakened the spirit of
patriotism. The words 'United We Stand' and 'God Bless America' still hold
the power to stir out hearts on this very special day. Let the feelings of true
patriotism and love for all those who have risked their lives for the sake of
America be shown. Demonstrate your support by putting up American flags
in front of your homes, and tell a person in uniform or a veteran, “Thank
you for your service.”
I am Dennis Gossett for Central United Methodist Church saying, “Thank
You.”
Thursday, May 22, 2014
Thursday, May 22, 2014
JIM CAIN
I know both how to have a little, and I know how to have a lot. In any and
all circumstances I have learned the secret of being content— whether well fed or hungry, whether in abundance or in need.” Philippians 4:12
There are times in all of our lives when the one thing we want is the one thing we can’t seem to obtain. Whether it be a job at Chick-fil-A, a date to
homecoming, a new truck, or a clear map of our future, any and all of these are things worth having; but for whatever reason, they might not quite
fit into God’s plan for us at this time and place.
We pray and we pray but no word from God comes. We pray some more and wait and still it seems God doesn’t answer. The question is, “What if God says no?” Or better yet what if the request is delayed or it seems
like God isn’t even listening? How do we respond if God says, “I’ve given you my grace, and that is enough,” will we be content. Content. That’s the word. A state of the heart where we are at peace even if God gives us nothing more than He already has. God has His reasons for saying no. Our job is, “being content in anyu and every situation”
God’s grace is always enough. Remember God’
“No” is not a rejection, often it is a redirection.
I know both how to have a little, and I know how to have a lot. In any and
all circumstances I have learned the secret of being content— whether well fed or hungry, whether in abundance or in need.” Philippians 4:12
There are times in all of our lives when the one thing we want is the one thing we can’t seem to obtain. Whether it be a job at Chick-fil-A, a date to
homecoming, a new truck, or a clear map of our future, any and all of these are things worth having; but for whatever reason, they might not quite
fit into God’s plan for us at this time and place.
We pray and we pray but no word from God comes. We pray some more and wait and still it seems God doesn’t answer. The question is, “What if God says no?” Or better yet what if the request is delayed or it seems
like God isn’t even listening? How do we respond if God says, “I’ve given you my grace, and that is enough,” will we be content. Content. That’s the word. A state of the heart where we are at peace even if God gives us nothing more than He already has. God has His reasons for saying no. Our job is, “being content in anyu and every situation”
God’s grace is always enough. Remember God’
“No” is not a rejection, often it is a redirection.
Thursday, May 22, 2014
JIM CAIN
I know both how to have a little, and I know how to havea lot. In any and all circumstances I have learned the secret of being content— whether well fed or hungry, whether in abundance or in need.” Philippians 4:12
There are times in all of our lives when the one thing we want is the one thing we can’t seem to obtain. Whether it be a job at Chick-fil-A, a date to homecoming, a new truck, or a clear map of our future, any and all of these are things worth having; but for
whatever reason, they might not quite fit into God’s plan for us at this time and place. We pray and we pray but no word from God comes. We pray some more and wait and still it seems God doesn’t answer. The question is, “What if God says no?” Or better yet what if the request is delayed or it seems like God isn’t even listening? How do we respond if God says, “I’ve given you my grace, and that is enough,” will we be content. Content. That’s the word. A state of the heart where we are at peace even if God gives us nothing more than He already has. God has His reasons for saying no. Our job is, “being content in any and every situation” God’s grace is always enough. Remember God’s “No” is not a rejection, often it is a redirection.
I know both how to have a little, and I know how to havea lot. In any and all circumstances I have learned the secret of being content— whether well fed or hungry, whether in abundance or in need.” Philippians 4:12
There are times in all of our lives when the one thing we want is the one thing we can’t seem to obtain. Whether it be a job at Chick-fil-A, a date to homecoming, a new truck, or a clear map of our future, any and all of these are things worth having; but for
whatever reason, they might not quite fit into God’s plan for us at this time and place. We pray and we pray but no word from God comes. We pray some more and wait and still it seems God doesn’t answer. The question is, “What if God says no?” Or better yet what if the request is delayed or it seems like God isn’t even listening? How do we respond if God says, “I’ve given you my grace, and that is enough,” will we be content. Content. That’s the word. A state of the heart where we are at peace even if God gives us nothing more than He already has. God has His reasons for saying no. Our job is, “being content in any and every situation” God’s grace is always enough. Remember God’s “No” is not a rejection, often it is a redirection.
Wednesday, May 21, 2014
Wednesday, May 21, 2014
BOB
This is Bob Peden of Central United Methodist Church.
This morning I am standing in an area of Central we call “The Crossing.” The Crossing is at the very center of our church and is a place where we gather for fellowship and coffee between services. At Central we offer three Sunday morning worship experiences. At 8:30 we begin with an exciting Contemporary service in the Fellowship Hall with great sound and exciting state of the are projection equipment. Then at 9:45 we offer CONNECT a place to connect with God and with others - an even more high energy celebration of God’s connection with His world. Then at 10:55 the organ calls us into a time of traditional worship. A more calm, introspective service but with all the pageantry and beauty of traditional worship. You are invited to join us at any of these worship experiences at Central United Methodist Church, in Meridian, on 22nd and 23rd avenues at 10th Street.
This is Bob Peden of Central United Methodist Church.
This morning I am standing in an area of Central we call “The Crossing.” The Crossing is at the very center of our church and is a place where we gather for fellowship and coffee between services. At Central we offer three Sunday morning worship experiences. At 8:30 we begin with an exciting Contemporary service in the Fellowship Hall with great sound and exciting state of the are projection equipment. Then at 9:45 we offer CONNECT a place to connect with God and with others - an even more high energy celebration of God’s connection with His world. Then at 10:55 the organ calls us into a time of traditional worship. A more calm, introspective service but with all the pageantry and beauty of traditional worship. You are invited to join us at any of these worship experiences at Central United Methodist Church, in Meridian, on 22nd and 23rd avenues at 10th Street.
Tuesday, May 20, 2014
Tuesday, May 20, 2014
RAY DURDEN
Good Morning!
When it’s time to collect items to give away or to sell at a garage sale, we think about things we don’t need: that extra coffeemaker someone gave us, that picture frame gathering dust, and those books we never read. But we keep a vise grip on the things we think we need the most – the items of most value to us. Ironically, some of those things end up at the next garage sale.
Jesus advised his disciples to let go of the things on this earth and to transfer their grip to the things that aren’t of this world.
The possessions of heaven can’t be lost or stolen here on earth. Offering ourselves and our belongings to God is a way of storing up treasure in heaven. It also helps us to hold thing loosely in this life. We came into this world with nothing, and we can take nothing we have in this world into the next.
What will you offer God? Have a blessed day!
Good Morning!
When it’s time to collect items to give away or to sell at a garage sale, we think about things we don’t need: that extra coffeemaker someone gave us, that picture frame gathering dust, and those books we never read. But we keep a vise grip on the things we think we need the most – the items of most value to us. Ironically, some of those things end up at the next garage sale.
Jesus advised his disciples to let go of the things on this earth and to transfer their grip to the things that aren’t of this world.
The possessions of heaven can’t be lost or stolen here on earth. Offering ourselves and our belongings to God is a way of storing up treasure in heaven. It also helps us to hold thing loosely in this life. We came into this world with nothing, and we can take nothing we have in this world into the next.
What will you offer God? Have a blessed day!
Monday, May 19, 2014
Monday, May 19, 2014
JIM WALL
Good Morning!
In Romans Chapter 12, Verse 5, we read: “In Christ we who are
many form one body, and each member belongs to all the others.”
That tells me I am called to belong, not just believe. Even in the perfect,
sinless environment of Eden, God said, “It is not good for man to be alone.”
We are created for community, fashioned for fellowship, formed
for family, and none of us can fulfill God’s purposes by ourselves.
While your relationship to Christ is personal, God never intends it
to be private. In God’s family you are connected to every other believer,
and we will belong to each other for eternity.
If you do not have a church home, we invite you to visit Central United
Methodist Church.
Good Morning!
In Romans Chapter 12, Verse 5, we read: “In Christ we who are
many form one body, and each member belongs to all the others.”
That tells me I am called to belong, not just believe. Even in the perfect,
sinless environment of Eden, God said, “It is not good for man to be alone.”
We are created for community, fashioned for fellowship, formed
for family, and none of us can fulfill God’s purposes by ourselves.
While your relationship to Christ is personal, God never intends it
to be private. In God’s family you are connected to every other believer,
and we will belong to each other for eternity.
If you do not have a church home, we invite you to visit Central United
Methodist Church.
Thursday, May 15, 2014
Thursday, May 15, 2014
RAY
Good Morning!
A church member wrote a letter to the editor of a
newspaper and complained that it made no sense to go to
church every Sunday. "I've gone for 30 years now and in
that time I've heard something like 3000 sermons. But for
the life of me, I can't remember a single one of them. So, I
think I'm wasting my time.
This started a controversy in the "Letters to the Editor"
column that went on for weeks until someone wrote this
clincher: "I've been married for 37 years now. In that time
my wife has cooked some 32,000 meals, and I can't recall
the entire menu for a single one of those meals, but I do
know this. They all nourished me and gave me the strength
I needed to do my work. Without those meals, I would be
physically dead today. If I hadn't gone to church for
nourishment, I would be spiritually dead today!"
Thank God for our physical AND our spiritual nourishment!
See you in church Sunday.
Wednesday, May 14, 2014
Wednesday, May 14, 2014
JOHN
Good Morning! I’m John Branning the Lead Pastor of
Central United Methodist Church. Every golfer knows what
a mulligan is. It is a second chance that you are given to
make the shot again that you previously missed. When I
golf I always need several mulligans due to my inefficiency
in the game.
In life, we are always in need of a second chance. We take
the wrong path, say the wrong word, and at times, bring
hurt to those that love us the most. This is why I love the
Christian faith. Our faith is based on the “mulligan” concept.
If you feel that you have really messed up in your life, the
good news is that Christ is offering you a do over. You can
start over with God with a clean slate and a turn over a new
leaf. The best part of this is that all you have to do to get
this “mulligan” is ask for it. I offer to you today a way to start
again with Jesus. Come to Central UMC this Sunday and
begin again with us.
Good Morning! I’m John Branning the Lead Pastor of
Central United Methodist Church. Every golfer knows what
a mulligan is. It is a second chance that you are given to
make the shot again that you previously missed. When I
golf I always need several mulligans due to my inefficiency
in the game.
In life, we are always in need of a second chance. We take
the wrong path, say the wrong word, and at times, bring
hurt to those that love us the most. This is why I love the
Christian faith. Our faith is based on the “mulligan” concept.
If you feel that you have really messed up in your life, the
good news is that Christ is offering you a do over. You can
start over with God with a clean slate and a turn over a new
leaf. The best part of this is that all you have to do to get
this “mulligan” is ask for it. I offer to you today a way to start
again with Jesus. Come to Central UMC this Sunday and
begin again with us.
Tuesday, May 13, 2014
Tuesday, May 13, 2014
GLENDA
Good Morning: When Corrie Ten Boom and her sister
Betsy were transferred to Ravensbruk, the worst German
prison camp, they found the barracks extremely
overcrowded and horribly infested with fleas. They had
been able to smuggle a Bible into their camp. After reading
their morning devotional where the Lord reminded them to
rejoice always, pray constantly, and give thanks in all
circumstances, Betsy suggested they stop and thank God
for every detail of their new living quarters.... even the fleas.
If the guards had found out they had a Bible, they would
have been punished horribly. However, the guards never
came into their barracks. You know why? Because of the
fleas.
Perhaps you are dealing with some difficult circumstances
today. But who knows? There may be a purpose beyond
our understanding! Let's choose to trust the Lord and
maintain an attitude of thankfulness in every situation.
Bless those fleas in your life! God may be using them to
help you! Have a wonderful day!
Good Morning: When Corrie Ten Boom and her sister
Betsy were transferred to Ravensbruk, the worst German
prison camp, they found the barracks extremely
overcrowded and horribly infested with fleas. They had
been able to smuggle a Bible into their camp. After reading
their morning devotional where the Lord reminded them to
rejoice always, pray constantly, and give thanks in all
circumstances, Betsy suggested they stop and thank God
for every detail of their new living quarters.... even the fleas.
If the guards had found out they had a Bible, they would
have been punished horribly. However, the guards never
came into their barracks. You know why? Because of the
fleas.
Perhaps you are dealing with some difficult circumstances
today. But who knows? There may be a purpose beyond
our understanding! Let's choose to trust the Lord and
maintain an attitude of thankfulness in every situation.
Bless those fleas in your life! God may be using them to
help you! Have a wonderful day!
Monday, May 12, 2014
Monday, May 12, 2014
JIM CAIN
School is almost out, summer is for all intent and purposes
here and with it the wonderful pastime that is baseball!
When I was in high school our baseball coach had a firm
rule against the use of tobacco in any form. And as with any
rule, we had a couple of players who were known to sneak
and break that rule. It wasn’t long after they got away with it
that we had all tried it.
A sure test of manhood was to take a chew when the pouch
was passed down the bench. One day I had just put a plug
of tobacco in my mouth when word spread down the bench,
“Lookout, Coach is coming!” Not wanting to get caught, I
panicked and swallowed the whole plug. That day I added
new meaning to Psalm 32:3,”I felt weak deep inside me. I
moaned all day long” Yes indeed, I paid a steep price for
my disobedience.
Our bodies weren’t made to ingest tobacco. Equally so, our
souls weren’t meant to ingest sin. May I ask a personal
question? Are you keeping secrets all bottled up inside from
God? Take it from a nauseated former baseball player,
you’ll feel better if you get it out!
Monday, May 12, 2014
JIM CAIN
School is almost out, summer is for all intent and purposes
here and with it the wonderful pastime that is baseball!
When I was in high school our baseball coach had a firm
rule against the use of tobacco in any form. And as with any
rule, we had a couple of players who were known to sneak
and break that rule. It wasn’t long after they got away with it
that we had all tried it.
A sure test of manhood was to take a chew when the pouch
was passed down the bench. One day I had just put a plug
of tobacco in my mouth when word spread down the bench,
“Lookout, Coach is coming!” Not wanting to get caught, I
panicked and swallowed the whole plug. That day I added
new meaning to Psalm 32:3,”I felt weak deep inside me. I
moaned all day long” Yes indeed, I paid a steep price for
my disobedience.
Our bodies weren’t made to ingest tobacco. Equally so, our
souls weren’t meant to ingest sin. May I ask a personal
question? Are you keeping secrets all bottled up inside from
God? Take it from a nauseated former baseball player,
you’ll feel better if you get it out!
School is almost out, summer is for all intent and purposes
here and with it the wonderful pastime that is baseball!
When I was in high school our baseball coach had a firm
rule against the use of tobacco in any form. And as with any
rule, we had a couple of players who were known to sneak
and break that rule. It wasn’t long after they got away with it
that we had all tried it.
A sure test of manhood was to take a chew when the pouch
was passed down the bench. One day I had just put a plug
of tobacco in my mouth when word spread down the bench,
“Lookout, Coach is coming!” Not wanting to get caught, I
panicked and swallowed the whole plug. That day I added
new meaning to Psalm 32:3,”I felt weak deep inside me. I
moaned all day long” Yes indeed, I paid a steep price for
my disobedience.
Our bodies weren’t made to ingest tobacco. Equally so, our
souls weren’t meant to ingest sin. May I ask a personal
question? Are you keeping secrets all bottled up inside from
God? Take it from a nauseated former baseball player,
you’ll feel better if you get it out!
Friday, May 9, 2014
Friday, May 9, 2014
SABRINA
When you listen to the sound of my voice, most of you
understand what I am saying. We share the same
language. We know the same words.
From birth most of us use language to communicate.
Words are common, yet vital to our lives. Words are
important. Sometimes, however, we use words carelessly.
We misuse words we don’t understand. We say things we
should not to people we love. Little words become sharp
knives that cut and scar people, inflicting pain and self
doubt.
Bullying has become all too common in this day and time,
both with young people and adults. The purpose of
language is to build bridges of understanding and
communication between people, not to divide and hurt. We
have to impart this wisdom, particularly on our young
people. Think about the words YOU use. After all, God
used a Word....that word was Jesus...who came to build a
bridge to humanity.
When you listen to the sound of my voice, most of you
understand what I am saying. We share the same
language. We know the same words.
From birth most of us use language to communicate.
Words are common, yet vital to our lives. Words are
important. Sometimes, however, we use words carelessly.
We misuse words we don’t understand. We say things we
should not to people we love. Little words become sharp
knives that cut and scar people, inflicting pain and self
doubt.
Bullying has become all too common in this day and time,
both with young people and adults. The purpose of
language is to build bridges of understanding and
communication between people, not to divide and hurt. We
have to impart this wisdom, particularly on our young
people. Think about the words YOU use. After all, God
used a Word....that word was Jesus...who came to build a
bridge to humanity.
Thursday, May 8, 2014
Thursday, May 8, 2014
JOHN
Good Morning! I’m John Branning the Lead Pastor of
Central United Methodist Church. I am always asked by
individuals what do we need to do to see our church grow. I
believe that when it comes to reaching new people for
Christ, it is important that we realize that not everyone is
where we are in our life and walk with Christ.
We have to be intentional in how and when we approach
people for gospel. If we are to have influence with those
who are marginal when it comes to faith or do not claim one
at all, then we have to have a genuine love and concern for
them. People know when you care or when you just carry
an agenda. Once we have influence in a person’s life, then
we can begin to share our story and then to hear their story.
In the sharing and the hearing, we must believe that God is
at work. Let me encourage you today to reach out to
someone new and make a friend that opens the door to
sharing the good news.
Good Morning! I’m John Branning the Lead Pastor of
Central United Methodist Church. I am always asked by
individuals what do we need to do to see our church grow. I
believe that when it comes to reaching new people for
Christ, it is important that we realize that not everyone is
where we are in our life and walk with Christ.
We have to be intentional in how and when we approach
people for gospel. If we are to have influence with those
who are marginal when it comes to faith or do not claim one
at all, then we have to have a genuine love and concern for
them. People know when you care or when you just carry
an agenda. Once we have influence in a person’s life, then
we can begin to share our story and then to hear their story.
In the sharing and the hearing, we must believe that God is
at work. Let me encourage you today to reach out to
someone new and make a friend that opens the door to
sharing the good news.
Wednesday, May 7, 2014
Wednesday, May 7, 2014
GLENDA
Good Morning: Have you ever heard of a man called Wrong
Way Riegels? Roy Riegels played football for the Univ. of
California. During a game with Georgia Tech, he recovered
a fumble and ran 65 yards in the wrong direction. One of
his teammates tackled him at the 3 yard line. California
attempted a punt, but Georgia Tech blocked it and scored a
safety which was the ultimate margin of victory.
Riegels was devastated and cried like a baby in the locker
room during halftime. When Coach Nibs Price announced
that the same team who played the first half would play the
second, Roy said he just could not do it. He could not go
back out there. Coach Price told Roy, “Get up and get back
out there. The game is only half over.” Roy went back into
the game and played like he never had before.
The gospel of Jesus Christ is the gospel of a second
chance. No matter how badly we've blown it, no matter how
many times we fail, we can start over. So today is the day
for a fresh start. Get back in the game! The second half has
just started.” Have a wonderful day.
Good Morning: Have you ever heard of a man called Wrong
Way Riegels? Roy Riegels played football for the Univ. of
California. During a game with Georgia Tech, he recovered
a fumble and ran 65 yards in the wrong direction. One of
his teammates tackled him at the 3 yard line. California
attempted a punt, but Georgia Tech blocked it and scored a
safety which was the ultimate margin of victory.
Riegels was devastated and cried like a baby in the locker
room during halftime. When Coach Nibs Price announced
that the same team who played the first half would play the
second, Roy said he just could not do it. He could not go
back out there. Coach Price told Roy, “Get up and get back
out there. The game is only half over.” Roy went back into
the game and played like he never had before.
The gospel of Jesus Christ is the gospel of a second
chance. No matter how badly we've blown it, no matter how
many times we fail, we can start over. So today is the day
for a fresh start. Get back in the game! The second half has
just started.” Have a wonderful day.
Monday, May 5, 2014
Monday, May 5, 2014
DENNIS
Good morning. The Beatles once wrote a song that said,
“All you need is love.” Even though the Beatles were not
theologians, this idea is very theological. Love is the proof
of God’s grace at work in our lives. However, love can be
the hardest thing to accept from God. We have a tendency
to measure His love in light of our own life circumstances,
and therefore, thinking there is no such of a thing. We may
encounter life situations and say things such as, “If God
loves me so much then why did this or that happen?” The
truth is God’s love goes far beyond what we can
comprehend. His love does not depend upon how we have
experienced it or have failed to show it.
The Apostle Paul wrote that “God shows his love for us in
that, while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” The
Lord’s radical love can radically transform any situation and
circumstance you are facing. His love conquers all things,
even tragedy, senseless violence, and acts of hatred.
The real question for all of us to answer is, “Will you accept
it?”I’m Dennis Gossett, for Central United Methodist Church.
Friday, May 2, 2014
Friday, May 2, 2014
SABRINA
Happy National Friendship Day! My children grew up
loving Mr. Rogers Neighborhood. Fred Rogers, was not
only an actor, but a minister. He did not quote scripture or
tell Bible stories on his daytime afternoon show, but there
was something markedly different in his conversations with
children. He LIVED his Christianity.
In this day of Bullying, we need another Mr. Rogers. He
stated, “Everyone longs to be loved, and the greatest thing
we can do is to let people know that they are loved and
capable of loving.
If you could only sense how important you are to the lives
of those you meet; how important you can be to the people
you may never even dream of. There is something of
yourself that you leave at every encounter with another
person.” That understanding is what friendship is all about.
So, on National Friendship Day, let us each strive to be a
friend to someone in need of a friend, and today, “May the
raindrops fall lightly on your brow. May the soft winds
freshen your spirit. May the sunshine brighten your heart,
May the burdens of the day rest lightly upon you. And may
God enfold you in the mantle of His love.
Happy National Friendship Day! My children grew up
loving Mr. Rogers Neighborhood. Fred Rogers, was not
only an actor, but a minister. He did not quote scripture or
tell Bible stories on his daytime afternoon show, but there
was something markedly different in his conversations with
children. He LIVED his Christianity.
In this day of Bullying, we need another Mr. Rogers. He
stated, “Everyone longs to be loved, and the greatest thing
we can do is to let people know that they are loved and
capable of loving.
If you could only sense how important you are to the lives
of those you meet; how important you can be to the people
you may never even dream of. There is something of
yourself that you leave at every encounter with another
person.” That understanding is what friendship is all about.
So, on National Friendship Day, let us each strive to be a
friend to someone in need of a friend, and today, “May the
raindrops fall lightly on your brow. May the soft winds
freshen your spirit. May the sunshine brighten your heart,
May the burdens of the day rest lightly upon you. And may
God enfold you in the mantle of His love.
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