SABRINA
You will not find Jane Taylor's name on any list of best known poets, but her poem has probably been recited by more that all of the powerful poems of Frost, Whitman, and Sandburg combined. What is it? “Twinkle, twinkle little star.” For most of us it is one of the first poems we learned.
Today when celebrity hype is at its peak, when sports stars, actors, and actresses are regarded as major role models, we need o remember that the primary influences in our lives were most probably obscure, uncelebrated people who, day by day shared the simple poetry of life through their examples to us.
Superstars have their place, but it is us, ordinary people who have the biggest opportunity to influence those around us. It is not a burden, but an honor. You are a role model for some child or adult. Remember it, live it, choosing your steps and words carefully, trusting in God's guidance.
Friday, June 29, 2012
Thursday, June 28, 2012
Thursday, June 28, 2012
GLENDA
Good Morning:
An atheist was spending a quiet day fishing when suddenly his boat was attacked by the Loch Ness monster. As the man sailed head over heels, he cried out, “Oh, my God! Help me!” At once, the ferocious attack scene froze in place, and as the atheist hung in mid-air, a booming voice came down from the clouds, “I thought you didn't believe in Me!” “Come on God, give me a break!” the man pleaded, “Two minutes ago I didn't believe in the Loch Ness Monster either!”
That's a silly story, but aren't we Christians a bit like that sometimes? We forget about God until we find ourselves in trouble. Let this be the day that we each begin to remember that God is here for us in both the good times and the bad. In all things, give thanks to God. In all ways, let's give Him praise.
Have a wonderful, God centered day!
Good Morning:
An atheist was spending a quiet day fishing when suddenly his boat was attacked by the Loch Ness monster. As the man sailed head over heels, he cried out, “Oh, my God! Help me!” At once, the ferocious attack scene froze in place, and as the atheist hung in mid-air, a booming voice came down from the clouds, “I thought you didn't believe in Me!” “Come on God, give me a break!” the man pleaded, “Two minutes ago I didn't believe in the Loch Ness Monster either!”
That's a silly story, but aren't we Christians a bit like that sometimes? We forget about God until we find ourselves in trouble. Let this be the day that we each begin to remember that God is here for us in both the good times and the bad. In all things, give thanks to God. In all ways, let's give Him praise.
Have a wonderful, God centered day!
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
JIM WALL
Good Morning!
If you were to select some of the most influential figures in the whole sweep of the ages, men and women who have affected millions of lives, what names would be on your list?
I think one name that would appear on all of our lists, without exception, would be the name of Jesus.
Over 2,000 years ago, Jesus declared, “I am the light of the world…” and “My words will by no means pass away.” He was making predictions that history has verified.
Jesus has undeniably been the world's most influential person, but has He impacted your life personally? Jesus is still miraculously alive.
Is Jesus your Savior and constant companion? If He isn't, He can be. Call on His name in faith and invite Him into your life. The name of Jesus will become to you the most precious of names.
Good Morning!
If you were to select some of the most influential figures in the whole sweep of the ages, men and women who have affected millions of lives, what names would be on your list?
I think one name that would appear on all of our lists, without exception, would be the name of Jesus.
Over 2,000 years ago, Jesus declared, “I am the light of the world…” and “My words will by no means pass away.” He was making predictions that history has verified.
Jesus has undeniably been the world's most influential person, but has He impacted your life personally? Jesus is still miraculously alive.
Is Jesus your Savior and constant companion? If He isn't, He can be. Call on His name in faith and invite Him into your life. The name of Jesus will become to you the most precious of names.
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
JIM CAIN
GOOD MORNING!
One of my uncle's favorite saying was, “I see what you're saying” At times he meant this differently than how people took it. They might think he was agreeing when in actuality he was saying your actions and your words don't match!
It is easy for us to talk about Jesus even when our actions don't match our words. Paul was aware of this and encouraged true believers to stand strong; he did not want them to end up with empty lives similar to those who were “disqualified for any good work” Much like James who encouraged Christians in James 1:22 to “be doers of the word and not hearers only.”
Paul knew the importance of walking the talk. Christ had called him, like He calls all of us, to follow and love Him with both our lives and our words. God's standard is very clear. He doesn't want us to be examples of cheap talk. Rather, He desires that our lives and our words reflect a true relationship with Christ. Are you a talker or a doer? Is this the way others see you or the way you see yourself? As you go about your day today remember that God wants us to be doers of the word and not just talkers!
GOOD MORNING!
One of my uncle's favorite saying was, “I see what you're saying” At times he meant this differently than how people took it. They might think he was agreeing when in actuality he was saying your actions and your words don't match!
It is easy for us to talk about Jesus even when our actions don't match our words. Paul was aware of this and encouraged true believers to stand strong; he did not want them to end up with empty lives similar to those who were “disqualified for any good work” Much like James who encouraged Christians in James 1:22 to “be doers of the word and not hearers only.”
Paul knew the importance of walking the talk. Christ had called him, like He calls all of us, to follow and love Him with both our lives and our words. God's standard is very clear. He doesn't want us to be examples of cheap talk. Rather, He desires that our lives and our words reflect a true relationship with Christ. Are you a talker or a doer? Is this the way others see you or the way you see yourself? As you go about your day today remember that God wants us to be doers of the word and not just talkers!
Monday, June 25, 2012
Monday, June 25, 2012
BOB PEDEN
Yesterday, Central United Methodist Church welcomed Owen Weddle who began his time with us as an appointed clergy person.
Methodists, with our roots firmly planted in the circuit riders of the frontier who traveled from place to place preaching the gospel to whoever would hear, still move our preachers from place to place. It keeps pastors from becoming too settled in one place, too connected with one group of people. It helps to keep the church ever moving forward. But it also can serve as a reminder to each of us that we should not get too settled in on this earth. For this is not our home. We are here only temporarily. Our home is with the Father.
So we welcome Owen to the staff at Central, knowing that he will be with us for a season and then he will be appointed elsewhere. And we remember that we are each one here for a little while and then we will make the appointed journey to our eternal home.
Yesterday, Central United Methodist Church welcomed Owen Weddle who began his time with us as an appointed clergy person.
Methodists, with our roots firmly planted in the circuit riders of the frontier who traveled from place to place preaching the gospel to whoever would hear, still move our preachers from place to place. It keeps pastors from becoming too settled in one place, too connected with one group of people. It helps to keep the church ever moving forward. But it also can serve as a reminder to each of us that we should not get too settled in on this earth. For this is not our home. We are here only temporarily. Our home is with the Father.
So we welcome Owen to the staff at Central, knowing that he will be with us for a season and then he will be appointed elsewhere. And we remember that we are each one here for a little while and then we will make the appointed journey to our eternal home.
Friday, June 22, 2012
Friday, June 22, 2012
RAMBO
Hi! I'm Bob Rambo, Lead Pastor at Central United Methodist Church.
Next month [July], we at Central will try an experiment. For the five weeks of July, we're going to switch our regular morning worship schedule. We'll offer our TRADITIONAL worship service in the Sanctuary at 8:30 and our CONTEMPORARY worship service in the Fellowship Hall at 10:45.
If you don't already attend a church, we'd like to invite you to visit us during July at Central. We believe in a God who has made us and is saving us by grace, helping us each day to become more like our Heavenly Father. We believe that salvation is both an “event” AND a “process,” something that God continues to work out in our lives.
As summer moves on, don't forget to include worship of God in your daily and weekly schedules. And if you don't have a place to worship, join us during July at Central - where everyone is welcome.
Make it a GREAT day!
Hi! I'm Bob Rambo, Lead Pastor at Central United Methodist Church.
Next month [July], we at Central will try an experiment. For the five weeks of July, we're going to switch our regular morning worship schedule. We'll offer our TRADITIONAL worship service in the Sanctuary at 8:30 and our CONTEMPORARY worship service in the Fellowship Hall at 10:45.
If you don't already attend a church, we'd like to invite you to visit us during July at Central. We believe in a God who has made us and is saving us by grace, helping us each day to become more like our Heavenly Father. We believe that salvation is both an “event” AND a “process,” something that God continues to work out in our lives.
As summer moves on, don't forget to include worship of God in your daily and weekly schedules. And if you don't have a place to worship, join us during July at Central - where everyone is welcome.
Make it a GREAT day!
Thursday, June 21, 2012
Thursday, June 21, 2012
JIM CAIN
GOOD MORNING!
Coaches often tell players that the little things a player does add up victories when the game is tight; and no one player took this to heart more than Ty Cobb. When Cobb was with the Detroit Tigers he sharpened his spikes to hurt anyone who stood between him and the base in front of him. When Cobb reached 1st he would nervously kick the bag over and over. When asked if he was nervous. Cobb replied, “I wasn't nervous, but I discovered that if I kicked the bag enough times, I could move it a full 2 inches towards 2nd base, which gave me that much of a jump towards stealing second.
Two inches doesn't seem like much, but how many plays at 2nd seem to be a matter of inches? Right or wrong, it was amazing that a man of Cobb's abilities spent so much time looking at the little things.
The little things we do or don't do are investments in our character. Character is basically valuing truth over convenience. As believers we have an opponent looking to destroy us in the devil. Look for any small advantage that you can find over your enemy and use it. For it states in Galatians 6:9, “Let us not lose heart in doing good, for in due time we will reap if we do not grow weary.”
GOOD MORNING!
Coaches often tell players that the little things a player does add up victories when the game is tight; and no one player took this to heart more than Ty Cobb. When Cobb was with the Detroit Tigers he sharpened his spikes to hurt anyone who stood between him and the base in front of him. When Cobb reached 1st he would nervously kick the bag over and over. When asked if he was nervous. Cobb replied, “I wasn't nervous, but I discovered that if I kicked the bag enough times, I could move it a full 2 inches towards 2nd base, which gave me that much of a jump towards stealing second.
Two inches doesn't seem like much, but how many plays at 2nd seem to be a matter of inches? Right or wrong, it was amazing that a man of Cobb's abilities spent so much time looking at the little things.
The little things we do or don't do are investments in our character. Character is basically valuing truth over convenience. As believers we have an opponent looking to destroy us in the devil. Look for any small advantage that you can find over your enemy and use it. For it states in Galatians 6:9, “Let us not lose heart in doing good, for in due time we will reap if we do not grow weary.”
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