Category Archives: Friendship

Jesus As a Friend?

Posted on June 6, 2017 by

In the 15th chapter of the gospel of John, Jesus makes a point of explaining to His remaining 11 apostles that He will now call them “friends” rather than “servants.” He says to them: Greater love has no one than … Continue reading →

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The Mayonnaise Jar

Posted on November 9, 2012 by

A philosophy professor stood before his class and began an object lesson. First, he sat an empty mayonnaise jar on the table in front of him. Next, he brought out a box of rocks that were each about two inches … Continue reading →

Posted in Contentment, Discipleship, Dying To Self, Family, Friendship, God's Will, Human Life, Joy, Priorities, Salvation, Truth | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

Jesus & Nazareth

Posted on October 25, 2012 by

With the exception of the times when I was attending Appalachian State University and Fruitland Baptist Bible Institute, I’ve lived my entire life right here in Mitchell county. It’s a small, rural county located in the  mountains of northwestern North … Continue reading →

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What Does a Sequoia Tree Have to Do With a Christian?

Posted on October 23, 2012 by

Lately I’ve noticed that I’ve been ending a fair number of conversations with fellow Christians with some words to the effect, “So you pray for me, and I’ll pray for you.” As you might guess, these words have come at … Continue reading →

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Everybody Is Not Your Friend

Posted on July 25, 2012 by

Jorge Rodriguez was a bank robber who operated along the Texas border in the late 1800s. He lived in a small village in Mexico and frequently crossed the Rio Grande into Texas to hit the banks. He was so successful … Continue reading →

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Miss Thompson & Teddy

Posted on July 20, 2012 by

Today I feel led to share a story that I picked up years ago from well known pastor and author John Ortberg. It’s Ortberg’s story put into my own words. Miss Thompson was a 4th-grade teacher who had a student … Continue reading →

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Who Are You Riding With?

Posted on May 3, 2012 by

The Lone Ranger and Tonto were out in the desert in Texas. 10,000 Indians attacked them from the north. The two fled south. 10,000 more Indians attacked them from the south. They fled east. 10,000 more attacked them from the … Continue reading →

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