I confess, there are times where some would call me a bit of a scrooge. I don’t hate Christmas, far from it. I love Christmas. I’m a cold weather person; I like the lights and the friends and the movies. But if I’m honest, I don’t like the music very much. I know, I know, […]
Divided We Fall
When I was a child, my brother was chasing me around a parking lot while I was barefooted. It was not a good combination. I almost sliced my big toe cutting it on the metal edging of a flower bed, and I almost lost my toe in the process. I had to be on crutches […]
Calvary 2021 Goals
The word that has been given to our staff as a challenge for this year is Intentional. How can we become more intentional in our disciple making, ministry, and future? We celebrate what God has done during a very unusual 2020. In the midst of disarray, we have accomplished the overwhelming majority of our goals. […]
Christmas Eve: From Our Home to Yours
It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year While that is the title for a song, it is also the sentiment of many at Christmas. Perhaps that is due to the parties and presents, but it also is because we make much of Jesus at Christmas time. Certainly, we should make much of him all […]
I Pinky Promise
I remember as an elementary kid learning about the oath of a pinky promise. You would be talking with a friend about something in your lunch box that you would trade for an item in theirs. Once you agreed, you had to seal the deal so no other kid could sneak their way into the […]
Perspectives Class
Perspectives is a 15-week course equipping the everyday believer with greater vision, hope, and passion to join God in His redemptive mission for all people throughout all nations. This class is a learning opportunity that will change the way you view the world around you. In it, you will have your eyes opened to the […]
Being Scared Straight
A fun hobby of mine used to be scaring my wife. I took great joy out of standing in the shadows and yelling “Boo!” when she rounded a corner. Her heart rate would go up, her voice would raise, her eyes would widen, and I would laugh. I considered it an all-around good time. Then […]
Lessons Learned from COVID
A few weeks ago I felt a rapid onset of discomfort, chills, and illness. Long story short, this began a 16 day battle with COVID-19. As it swept through my house, we navigated the uncertainty and fear that has been fed through this pandemic. I will confess, it was an experience I don’t ever want […]
Divine Appointments
I am a creature of habit. Most every morning is the same. Wake up. Work out. Bible study. Go to work. Drink coffee. In fact, if I showed you my daily calendar you would probably laugh at how routine it is every week. Trust me this is how I have to live in order to […]
The Destination is Worth the Effort
I once had the opportunity to embark on a backpacking trip to Jacks River Falls in North Georgia. The trail into the falls was 18 miles with more river crossings that I could keep up with. The winding trail and muck was also met with rattlesnakes, bears, and more. While the journey was a challenge, […]