He came to church and sat on the back row.
Everyone shook his hand and introduced themselves.
He was a stranger; someone they had never seen before.
He stood quietly throughout the praise and worship. Continue reading
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Memorial
Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for those who have died in our nation’s service.
Memorial Day was officially proclaimed on May 5, 1868 by General John Logan, national commander of the Grand Army of the Republic Continue reading
This one is for Katie!
Even a child is known by his deeds, whether what he does is pure and right. Prov 20:11
I want to take time to honor my friend.
Van Walker was one of my very best friends through high school. He was not an acquaintance – we hung together, ate lunch together, sat together; we were together on weekends, whether at the beach or camping on the Trinity River. Continue reading
Just Doing My Part
While watching the news there is a story of a car crash.
The car catches on fire and bystanders brave the heat and danger of explosion to free the occupant.
In the midst of disaster we see a great need and are willing to set aside any emotions and any safety for ourselves to do our part. Continue reading
Salvation is Healing
It’s no fun being sick but I don’t have to tell you that.
Whether its cancer, the flu, a toothache, headache, or an infection in a cut on a finger, you want to be healed.
Why? So that you can feel better and do things.
In the Old Testament, God said, “If you diligently heed the voice of the LORD your God and do what is right in His sight, Continue reading
Change I Don’t Like – Change I Do Like
Last night I was thinking about all the changes around me.
I’ve settled down and have lived in the same house for 29 years and have been married to my wife for 32 years.
In that time I’ve had 2 different jobs in that time; the phone company for 15 years and my current one at the radio station for the past 17 years. Continue reading
Testimony: Forgiveness
I have a testimony or two; one is a search of forgiveness and the other is a search of thanks.
Testimony: Forgiveness.
For a few years I harbored a deep hatred in my heart for a young man.
At least that’s the way I remembered him. Continue reading
Life-changing Testimony
Don Smith is a friend, a brother in Christ, and a leader at CrossRoads Christian Center Church.
He teaches Sunday school and has filled the pulpit on occasion.
Recently Don posted his testimony on Facebook.
A testimony is a powerful weapon against the forces of evil. Continue reading
How Simple Is It?
You’ve heard it said a thousand times, “getting saved is so simple that a child can understand it.”
But I wonder if we aren’t making it more difficult than it is.
What does it take for salvation?
When I was 18 I began to ask myself that same question. Continue reading
Morning Thought with Pastor Tim 