BOB PEDEN
One day this week, I discovered my printer would only print black and white. I tried to print a document that had all the titles in a gray border. I tried three times, and every time I got all the black and white but none of the gray. I know that by now some of you have figured out that my color cartridge was out. Correct, though I still cannot figure out why you need a color cartridge for gray.
This experience also reminded me that this is how some people think Christianity is. There are people who think that is what the Bible is - a list of rules, everything being black and white. This is not Christianity. The Bible is not a list of rules. But Jesus does ask us to live a lifestyle that is different from the world around us. A lifestyle motivated by love. Love for God. Love for one another. And a commitment to follow in the footsteps of Jesus Christ.
This is Bob Peden of Central United Methodist Church. Will you love and serve Him?
Thursday, May 31, 2012
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
GLENDA
Good Morning:
A few years ago, my husband was supposed to lead a group to South America for fun. Instead, he had an emergency surgery, which kept him at home.
He was disappointed that he didn't make the trip, but as it turned out, this was a time that God intervened and kept him safe. The trip was a nightmare for those who went. As the group was taking a boat trip down the Amazon River, bandits boarded the boat, seized control, threw one man overboard, smashed all the life boats, destroyed all radio equipment, robbed all Americans on board, and left the passengers and crew stranded. My husband, although in a hospital bed, was safe.
We don't always understand when obstacles are thrown in our way, but God is always in control.
After this experience, we can understand why Samuel said the following: “The God of my rock; in him will I trust; he is my shield, my high tower, and my refuge, my Savior; thou savest me from violence.”
Today, put your trust in God. Have a wonderful day!
Good Morning:
A few years ago, my husband was supposed to lead a group to South America for fun. Instead, he had an emergency surgery, which kept him at home.
He was disappointed that he didn't make the trip, but as it turned out, this was a time that God intervened and kept him safe. The trip was a nightmare for those who went. As the group was taking a boat trip down the Amazon River, bandits boarded the boat, seized control, threw one man overboard, smashed all the life boats, destroyed all radio equipment, robbed all Americans on board, and left the passengers and crew stranded. My husband, although in a hospital bed, was safe.
We don't always understand when obstacles are thrown in our way, but God is always in control.
After this experience, we can understand why Samuel said the following: “The God of my rock; in him will I trust; he is my shield, my high tower, and my refuge, my Savior; thou savest me from violence.”
Today, put your trust in God. Have a wonderful day!
Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Tuesday, May 29, 2012
RAMBO
Hi! I'm Bob Rambo, Lead Pastor at Central United Methodist Church. For the past year, I've been part of the “Leadership Lauderdale” program - an opportunity to spend a year learning about our community, our county, and how we can be part of improving life here.
We've had outstanding leadership in this event - and a few weeks ago, we had our FINAL session. One of the speakers talked with us about the difference between a MANAGER and a LEADER. He said:
a MANAGER is someone who does things RIGHT
a LEADER is someone who does the RIGHT thing
Those words spoke to me. Often we focus on “doing things RIGHT” - but how often do we ponder what it means to “do the RIGHT thing”?
Jesus often clashed with people who were preoccupied with doing things “right” - but he was constantly encouraging people to put their trust in God and do the “right” thing.
Today - I pray that I [and you] will do the RIGHT things.
Make it a GREAT day!
Hi! I'm Bob Rambo, Lead Pastor at Central United Methodist Church. For the past year, I've been part of the “Leadership Lauderdale” program - an opportunity to spend a year learning about our community, our county, and how we can be part of improving life here.
We've had outstanding leadership in this event - and a few weeks ago, we had our FINAL session. One of the speakers talked with us about the difference between a MANAGER and a LEADER. He said:
a MANAGER is someone who does things RIGHT
a LEADER is someone who does the RIGHT thing
Those words spoke to me. Often we focus on “doing things RIGHT” - but how often do we ponder what it means to “do the RIGHT thing”?
Jesus often clashed with people who were preoccupied with doing things “right” - but he was constantly encouraging people to put their trust in God and do the “right” thing.
Today - I pray that I [and you] will do the RIGHT things.
Make it a GREAT day!
Monday, May 28, 2012
Monday, May 28, 2012
JIM WALL
Good Morning!
On May 26, 1942, these words were broadcasted over Radio Tokyo. “The British and American fleets cannot appear on the oceans. The Japanese people can look forward to a triumphant march into London and a victory march in New York.”
How different the world would be today if the other side had gained the victory in World War II. The prayers of thousands of God's people contributed to the Allied victory.
Today is Memorial Day. I hope you will join me in thanking God for all the brave men and women who have given their lives that we may be free and safe. Young U.S. military personnel die every day in an effort to make the world a better place to live. You are free to pray for them if you wish.
Good Morning!
On May 26, 1942, these words were broadcasted over Radio Tokyo. “The British and American fleets cannot appear on the oceans. The Japanese people can look forward to a triumphant march into London and a victory march in New York.”
How different the world would be today if the other side had gained the victory in World War II. The prayers of thousands of God's people contributed to the Allied victory.
Today is Memorial Day. I hope you will join me in thanking God for all the brave men and women who have given their lives that we may be free and safe. Young U.S. military personnel die every day in an effort to make the world a better place to live. You are free to pray for them if you wish.
Friday, May 25, 2012
Friday, May 25, 2012
JIM CAIN
GOOD MORNING!
As the opening day of baseball season fast approaches, I am reminded of when
Cleveland Indians outfielder, Melvin Hall, got too caught up in a 1986 spring training game. Hall was chasing a long drive when suddenly he was stopped dead in his tracks. A wire fence had snared his jersey and he couldn't break free! Hung up on the outfield fence all Mel could do was watch helplessly as the Oakland Athletics' Carney Lansford circled the bases for an inside the park home run.
Do you ever feel like life has you caught up and helpless? If so, let me encourage you to visit the “House that God built” this Sunday to find the answers to all life's entanglements.
GOOD MORNING!
As the opening day of baseball season fast approaches, I am reminded of when
Cleveland Indians outfielder, Melvin Hall, got too caught up in a 1986 spring training game. Hall was chasing a long drive when suddenly he was stopped dead in his tracks. A wire fence had snared his jersey and he couldn't break free! Hung up on the outfield fence all Mel could do was watch helplessly as the Oakland Athletics' Carney Lansford circled the bases for an inside the park home run.
Do you ever feel like life has you caught up and helpless? If so, let me encourage you to visit the “House that God built” this Sunday to find the answers to all life's entanglements.
Thursday, May 24, 2012
Thursday, May 24, 2012
JIM WALL
Good Morning!
Every act we perform helps or hinders the progress of the world by just so much. Our actions or decisions may not be the final determining factor, but what we do or say does add weight to one side or the other.
The final blow of the hammer can sever a rock only because of the countless blows that have gone before. Each hammer blow, each thing we do or fail to do counts and helps to determine the final outcome.
Think with me for a moment. What are you dealing with in your life at this time? Are your words and actions helping or hindering the situation?
Psalm 19:14 states: May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer.
Good Morning!
Every act we perform helps or hinders the progress of the world by just so much. Our actions or decisions may not be the final determining factor, but what we do or say does add weight to one side or the other.
The final blow of the hammer can sever a rock only because of the countless blows that have gone before. Each hammer blow, each thing we do or fail to do counts and helps to determine the final outcome.
Think with me for a moment. What are you dealing with in your life at this time? Are your words and actions helping or hindering the situation?
Psalm 19:14 states: May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer.
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
GLENDA
Good Morning:
School is ending this week for most children and teachers in and around Meridian. For teachers, it will give us a time to regroup, to make plans, to look forward to the next school year. For the children, it will be a time of rejoicing, looking forward to the summer break, and finding time on their hands.
As a parent, you can help. Be involved with your children. Know where they are and who they are with. Know their plans and help them make right choices. Tell them you love them each and every day. Be present in their lives. After-all, they are a present to you, a gift from God.
Have a wonderful day!
Good Morning:
School is ending this week for most children and teachers in and around Meridian. For teachers, it will give us a time to regroup, to make plans, to look forward to the next school year. For the children, it will be a time of rejoicing, looking forward to the summer break, and finding time on their hands.
As a parent, you can help. Be involved with your children. Know where they are and who they are with. Know their plans and help them make right choices. Tell them you love them each and every day. Be present in their lives. After-all, they are a present to you, a gift from God.
Have a wonderful day!
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