I always seem to be at least one step behind in the tech world (and if I’m only one step behind, it’s a good day!). It seems like, as soon as I add a device or application, I find out that something better just came out, or that everyone is moving past that application. Oh, well. That’s life in 2008, I guess. I enjoy the things I do, and I am always trying to look for ways to bring readers to our church website and this blog. It is also fun to do the “personal” stuff on the web, like Facebook. (If you’re not my Facebook friend, add me. Join…

A bill sits on the desk of Colorado Governor Bill Ritter which could dismantle any order that state has. Pushed through both houses of the state’s government by Tim Gill (an openly homosexual political player), Senate Bill 200 would basically eliminate gender from any part of life in that state. As of yesterday, Governor Ritter claimed he was leaning toward signing the bill. Basically, this bill would make it where any public place, from ball games to restrooms, would be available for anyone who “self-identifies” as a specific gender. In other words, if I am a male, but I “self-identify” as a female, I may go into a female locker…

Our “little” Turner seems to grow taller every day. He is getting close, seriously, to being as tall as Mary Carol, and she’s tall for her age. She is about 3’5″, and he is just over 3 feet tall! Maybe we should have named him “Yao.” Turner can show off his height now because he is starting to pull up on things. Here he is this morning: I promise he was smiling when I tried to snap the picture! (My favorite part is the wet spot behind him…maybe he’s not as big as he thinks he is!!!) Okay, I can’t get through this without showing you what our little Precious…

I hope you had a great Memorial Day weekend. We certainly did. Leah’s parents were with us for several days, now that her mom is finished with radiation treatments (yah!), and, on Monday, my parents came and spent several hours. It was a great time. We also had a wonderful Sunday at Lebanon Road. Our numbers were down just a bit, but not badly for a holiday weekend. We still had 324 on Sunday morning, and our brothers and sisters contributed a great amount of money to the Lord. On Sunday night, we held our annual reception honoring our high school graduates. We honored six young people (from six different…

Last Summer, when I was the youth minister at 9th Avenue, we had our first youth intern. Robbie Daniel did a great job, not only as a youth intern, but as the first intern. Our young people really liked him, and they came to appreciate his positive attitude toward both them and the Lord. Guess who our youth intern is at Lebanon Road this Summer? Robbie Daniel! He will begin Sunday (although he’s coming today to get settled in and set up) working with J.D. and the youth group. I know Robbie will gain valuable insights from J.D., as I have seen the job description and the calendar of events.…

If you read this blog often, you know how much I respect brother Wayne Jackson. He is true to the Scriptures, and is able to put forward some difficult lessons in a scholarly, yet practical, way. Before I Die continues that tradition. Jackson’s work is a commentary on Paul’s letters to Timothy and Titus. Honestly, my only complaint about this book is that it isn’t longer! Filling some 370 pages, Before I Die is the “meat” of these three epistles. For the Bible student, Jackson’s greatest contribution through this volume is a greater understanding of certain original words (without being so technical that the reader is bogged down). From time-to-time,…

What a wonderful weekend! The weather has been glorious, and people in my neighborhood are out working in yards and visiting. It has just been great. The great weather did not keep a great number from being present Sunday at Lebanon Road. 341 were in attendance! Also, we were pleased that Harry Parman placed his membership with us. Harry has been visiting for some time, and we are thankful he decided to work along with us under the oversight of our elders. Last night, Leah and I were honored to host the youth group devotional in our house. J.D. and Maria Buckner do a wonderful job working with the young…

At the beginning of 2008, I mentioned that I would be noting each book I completed reading in a word-for-word fashion, even if I did not write my regular “review.” I have finished volume 1 of David Roper’s commentary on Revelation, which covers chapters 1-11. It is part of the Truth for Today Commentary series. My plan is to read the second volume, and then write a more thorough review. At this point, though, let me say that, if volume 2 is as good as volume 1, you can expect a glowing review!

I am truly sorry when the blog is not updated more regularly. This week, though, I have several good reasons why the number of posts has been, well, zero. First, I did not do the Lebanon Road Report because I didn’t get the “numbers” until late in the week. However, I hope to post some pictures of our church picnic that was held last Saturday soon. Then, my internet at home went down (and remains so). I usually try to post one or two articles early in the morning from home, but that was “out.” Then, Jeremiah’s surgery that was supposed to be next Tuesday was suddenly rescheduled for this…

What a special holiday! I’m thankful to live in a nation that honors moms with a special holiday. It’s always fun to see people drive many miles just to worship with mom. It’s also funny to see how many restaurants are filled to overflowing on Mother’s Day! I’m thankful every day for my mother. God blessed me with the best. I’m also thankful every day that Mary Carol and Turner have the mom they have (and that I have her for my bride!). Leah is the best mom our two children could have. Make sure to take time to call, write, or visit mom on Mother’s Day. On to the…