RAY DURDEN
Good Morning!
Galatians 6:10 says… So then, whenever we have the opportunity, let's practice doing
good to everyone.
When we are "'walking with Jesus," good deeds should come easily . . . because God's
goodness resides within us. As we feel God's presence, and see Him leading in our
life, our heart becomes filled with love and gratitude for what He has done for us.
We can't help but want to share Jesus with everyone we meet! We become inspired to
reach out to others and our hearts become tender for those who are suffering and less
fortunate.
Being kind or doing good deeds is not something that as Christians, we have to 'force,'
but something that naturally spills out of us when we are filled with the love of Jesus!
It is the joyous privilege of being a child of God!
Thursday, June 20, 2013
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
JIM CAIN
“If your gift is to encourage others, be encouraging.” Romans 12:8
Good Morning!
Several years ago now, I was living in Atlanta and had just gotten off work on a
Monday afternoon when I noticed a garbage truck filling up with gas on the pump
across from the one I was using to refuel my car. Three men standing behind me
shrugged out of drab olive coveralls as they washed their hands and faces in the water
faucet by the gas pumps. I finished before they did, so I decided to do something I had
never done before. Driving over to their truck, I spoke to the man who appeared to be
in charge. “Do you guys work on this truck?” Cautiously the guy nodded his head. His
two coworkers began listening to our conversation intently, their faces also displaying
a cautious demeanor, probably the byproduct of one too many complaints.
After another moment or two of conversation with their supervisor, I reached over and
grabbed three big bottles of coke I had just purchased inside and handed them to the
men saying, "Thanks for all you do towards keeping the city clean. Have a coke and a
smile on me.” The men thanked me and took the Cokes from my hands, and as I drove
off, I looked in the rearview mirror and saw that they were staring at each other in
confusion, wondering what had just happened.”
“If your gift is to encourage others, be encouraging.” Romans 12:8
Good Morning!
Several years ago now, I was living in Atlanta and had just gotten off work on a
Monday afternoon when I noticed a garbage truck filling up with gas on the pump
across from the one I was using to refuel my car. Three men standing behind me
shrugged out of drab olive coveralls as they washed their hands and faces in the water
faucet by the gas pumps. I finished before they did, so I decided to do something I had
never done before. Driving over to their truck, I spoke to the man who appeared to be
in charge. “Do you guys work on this truck?” Cautiously the guy nodded his head. His
two coworkers began listening to our conversation intently, their faces also displaying
a cautious demeanor, probably the byproduct of one too many complaints.
After another moment or two of conversation with their supervisor, I reached over and
grabbed three big bottles of coke I had just purchased inside and handed them to the
men saying, "Thanks for all you do towards keeping the city clean. Have a coke and a
smile on me.” The men thanked me and took the Cokes from my hands, and as I drove
off, I looked in the rearview mirror and saw that they were staring at each other in
confusion, wondering what had just happened.”
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
GLENDA
Good Morning: A few weeks ago my daughter's dog died. She had to break the news
to their 4 year old son, Shawn. She told Shawn that Miko (the dog) had died and was
in Heaven with God and Uncle Robbie. Shawn asked why the dog died and she told
him Miko was very sick. Later he came back to his mom and wanted to know why
Uncle Robbie had died. She told him he was very sick, too.
He went about his business but finally came back to her a third time. This time, he
asked “Is God sick, too?” In his mind, if everyone who was sick is in heaven, it made
sense that God must be sick, too.
Isn't it wonderful to know that God is alive and well and has a place for all who
believe in him? Jesus said, “In my Father's house are many mansions. I go to prepare a
place for you.” Do you believe? Have a wonderful day!
Good Morning: A few weeks ago my daughter's dog died. She had to break the news
to their 4 year old son, Shawn. She told Shawn that Miko (the dog) had died and was
in Heaven with God and Uncle Robbie. Shawn asked why the dog died and she told
him Miko was very sick. Later he came back to his mom and wanted to know why
Uncle Robbie had died. She told him he was very sick, too.
He went about his business but finally came back to her a third time. This time, he
asked “Is God sick, too?” In his mind, if everyone who was sick is in heaven, it made
sense that God must be sick, too.
Isn't it wonderful to know that God is alive and well and has a place for all who
believe in him? Jesus said, “In my Father's house are many mansions. I go to prepare a
place for you.” Do you believe? Have a wonderful day!
Friday, June 14, 2013
Friday, June 14, 2013
OWEN
Good morning! I am Owen Weddle, the Associate Pastor at Central United Methodist!
As you may know, I am going to be moving from Meridian and Central very soon. But
a new associate pastor will be taking my place. His name is Dennis Gossett, and
Meridian is going to be truly blessed to have him and his family move here. You will
get a chance to see and hear him in the near future at Central and here at this time of
morning. Show him the same warmth and hospitality you have shown me!
And let me say, the people at Central are a great and warm bunch of people. Even
though I am leaving, I would like to invite you to come to worship with this great
group on Sundays and come to know what it is like to be welcomed and loved, while
also hearing great Biblical truth.
And let me leave Meridian with these words to you: “May the God of hope fill you
with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope, through the power
of the Holy Spirit.”
May God Bless you!
Good morning! I am Owen Weddle, the Associate Pastor at Central United Methodist!
As you may know, I am going to be moving from Meridian and Central very soon. But
a new associate pastor will be taking my place. His name is Dennis Gossett, and
Meridian is going to be truly blessed to have him and his family move here. You will
get a chance to see and hear him in the near future at Central and here at this time of
morning. Show him the same warmth and hospitality you have shown me!
And let me say, the people at Central are a great and warm bunch of people. Even
though I am leaving, I would like to invite you to come to worship with this great
group on Sundays and come to know what it is like to be welcomed and loved, while
also hearing great Biblical truth.
And let me leave Meridian with these words to you: “May the God of hope fill you
with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope, through the power
of the Holy Spirit.”
May God Bless you!
Friday, June 14, 2013
OWEN
Good morning! I am Owen Weddle, the Associate Pastor at Central United Methodist!
As you may know, I am going to be moving from Meridian and Central very soon. But
a new associate pastor will be taking my place. His name is Dennis Gossett, and
Meridian is going to be truly blessed to have him and his family move here. You will
get a chance to see and hear him in the near future at Central and here at this time of
morning. Show him the same warmth and hospitality you have shown me!
And let me say, the people at Central are a great and warm bunch of people. Even
though I am leaving, I would like to invite you to come to worship with this great
group on Sundays and come to know what it is like to be welcomed and loved, while
also hearing great Biblical truth.
And let me leave Meridian with these words to you: “May the God of hope fill you
with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope, through the power
of the Holy Spirit.”
May God Bless you!
Good morning! I am Owen Weddle, the Associate Pastor at Central United Methodist!
As you may know, I am going to be moving from Meridian and Central very soon. But
a new associate pastor will be taking my place. His name is Dennis Gossett, and
Meridian is going to be truly blessed to have him and his family move here. You will
get a chance to see and hear him in the near future at Central and here at this time of
morning. Show him the same warmth and hospitality you have shown me!
And let me say, the people at Central are a great and warm bunch of people. Even
though I am leaving, I would like to invite you to come to worship with this great
group on Sundays and come to know what it is like to be welcomed and loved, while
also hearing great Biblical truth.
And let me leave Meridian with these words to you: “May the God of hope fill you
with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope, through the power
of the Holy Spirit.”
May God Bless you!
Thursday, June 13, 2013
Thursday, June 16, 2013
BOR RAMBO
Hi! I'm Bob Rambo, Lead Pastor at Central United Methodist Church. This Sunday
June 16th will be my final Sunday at Central. I have been asked to serve another
congregation in another part of the state beginning next week.
Though there is always sadness in change, I am delighted that as I leave, a new Lead
Pastor will be coming to Central. He is Rev. John Branning, who comes to Meridian
from Crystal Springs. John will be the youngest Lead Pastor in the history of Central;
he will be a great leader for the congregation and a wonderful addition to the
community. I know that John and his young family will receive a warm welcome from
people at Central and throughout Lauderdale County.
John's first Sunday to preach will be June 23rd at the 8:30 contemporary and 10:55
traditional worship services. If you don't have a church “home,” I invite you to come
that day. It will be a “day of new beginnings” for John Branning and his family;
perhaps it can be one for you as well.
Make it a GREAT day!
Hi! I'm Bob Rambo, Lead Pastor at Central United Methodist Church. This Sunday
June 16th will be my final Sunday at Central. I have been asked to serve another
congregation in another part of the state beginning next week.
Though there is always sadness in change, I am delighted that as I leave, a new Lead
Pastor will be coming to Central. He is Rev. John Branning, who comes to Meridian
from Crystal Springs. John will be the youngest Lead Pastor in the history of Central;
he will be a great leader for the congregation and a wonderful addition to the
community. I know that John and his young family will receive a warm welcome from
people at Central and throughout Lauderdale County.
John's first Sunday to preach will be June 23rd at the 8:30 contemporary and 10:55
traditional worship services. If you don't have a church “home,” I invite you to come
that day. It will be a “day of new beginnings” for John Branning and his family;
perhaps it can be one for you as well.
Make it a GREAT day!
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
GLENDA
Good Morning: Sunday is Father's Day. You know, I had a wonderful father. Because
of the example my earthly father (my dad) gave me, it was easy for me to understand
God's love for me as my heavenly father. I used to give that example in my children's
Sunday School class until an older church member heard me one day. She reminded
me that some children don't have the example of a good earthly father. It might be
confusing for them to hear that God is like our own fathers. What a shock that was to
me! And how sad!
Fathers, what kind of example are you for your children? Can they see God in you? I
hope so. If not, it's never too late to change. Ask God to help you be the kind of father
your child needs and have a happy Father's Day this weekend.
Good Morning: Sunday is Father's Day. You know, I had a wonderful father. Because
of the example my earthly father (my dad) gave me, it was easy for me to understand
God's love for me as my heavenly father. I used to give that example in my children's
Sunday School class until an older church member heard me one day. She reminded
me that some children don't have the example of a good earthly father. It might be
confusing for them to hear that God is like our own fathers. What a shock that was to
me! And how sad!
Fathers, what kind of example are you for your children? Can they see God in you? I
hope so. If not, it's never too late to change. Ask God to help you be the kind of father
your child needs and have a happy Father's Day this weekend.
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