Why is that a lot of preachers are the most out of shape people in the church? Every time I go to an event where a lot of preachers gather I've noticed that a lot of preachers are over weight. Especially the ones over fifty.
I have determined not to be one of them. Don't know if I'll be successful. I turned 51 this year. A little over weight, I have set a goal to get back down to 165 and a loose 34 waist. When we get there I'll evaluate things and see I need to loose more. Right now, I've lost 9 pounds to weigh 170.5! My first goal is 170. Almost there!
No diet. Cutting out fried foods (which I love!), deserts, smaller portions and walking 8-10,000 steps a day. Once a week I have a meal where I don't worry about things. Gotta have a hamburger once in a while, right?
Paul said that he buffeted his body every day. Yes -- it is a daily struggle for me. Every meal is a battle! I love to eat. Period!
I'll let you know when I get to the second goal.
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Sunday, April 26, 2009
Dave Ramsey Town Hall Meeting
Our church hosted the Dave Ramsey Town Hall Meeting via the internet on Thursday night. About 135 people came from the community. There were 6,000 host sides across the country.
We had five people who expressed an interest in coming and worshiping with us. Today, a couple came for the first time and said that they would be back. We didn't do it as an "outreach" event; we just wanted to be helpful to lives of those who live in our community.
We hosted the event purely as a service to our community. I believe that people respond when you show genuine care and concern for them. I love it when the church tries to be helpful.
I would love to hear what your church is doing to be a part of the community. I'm always up to good ideas!
We had five people who expressed an interest in coming and worshiping with us. Today, a couple came for the first time and said that they would be back. We didn't do it as an "outreach" event; we just wanted to be helpful to lives of those who live in our community.
We hosted the event purely as a service to our community. I believe that people respond when you show genuine care and concern for them. I love it when the church tries to be helpful.
I would love to hear what your church is doing to be a part of the community. I'm always up to good ideas!
Friday, April 24, 2009
What Crown Are You Living For?
What Crown Are You Living For?
Miss California, Carrie Prejean, was close to wearing the crown she had always dreamed about. Prizes galore!
It was down to her and Miss North Carolina for the right to be named Miss USA .
She was asked a question about marriage. She said that she believes that marriage is between a man and a woman. For the judge that asked the question, it was the wrong answer. Wasn’t politically correct.
Based on that answer, she lost the MISS USA crown. In an interview with Matt Lauer on the Today show she said that she was more concerned with being Biblically correct rather being politically correct. Asked if she would give a different answer if she had to do it over again and win Miss Prejean said, “Absolutely not!”
Miss Prejean is looking to wear a different crown. She desires a crown that will last – and never fade! She has her eyes on the ultimate prize.
One day she’ll be asked a different question by a different judge.
What crown are you living for?
Miss California, Carrie Prejean, was close to wearing the crown she had always dreamed about. Prizes galore!
It was down to her and Miss North Carolina for the right to be named Miss USA .
She was asked a question about marriage. She said that she believes that marriage is between a man and a woman. For the judge that asked the question, it was the wrong answer. Wasn’t politically correct.
Based on that answer, she lost the MISS USA crown. In an interview with Matt Lauer on the Today show she said that she was more concerned with being Biblically correct rather being politically correct. Asked if she would give a different answer if she had to do it over again and win Miss Prejean said, “Absolutely not!”
Miss Prejean is looking to wear a different crown. She desires a crown that will last – and never fade! She has her eyes on the ultimate prize.
One day she’ll be asked a different question by a different judge.
What crown are you living for?
Sunday, April 05, 2009
Sunday Night Reflections
Well, I shoulda went with my head. North Corolina vs. Michigan State. Gotta go with North Carolina, but I'm pulling for MS.
The spirit of worship was good today. Our worship leader, Mike Dennis, did a super job of leading us in worship. The praise team was stellar today. Our assoicate minsiter, Kevin Hooper, lead us a very meaningful time at the Lord's Supper. I loved his use of the clip from "Matthew" when Jesus entered Jerusalem to the celebrating of the Supper.
Had a great Bible class today. People asking great questions, taking notes, talking about the class hours later. You could see the lights coming on with new insights into God's Word. These are the moments you live for in ministry.
We celebrated all the things that happened in the month of March. We pinned 11 new patches on our "family banner". Six were for baptisms! (we don't have a single "evangelism program"!) Evangelism is just happening as it should - one on one.
Had several first time guests. A few brought co-workers. I love the fact that so many are studying with friends, neighbors and co-workers.
It's exciting to see what God is doing among us. I'm priviledged to minister in such a dynamic fellowship.
The spirit of worship was good today. Our worship leader, Mike Dennis, did a super job of leading us in worship. The praise team was stellar today. Our assoicate minsiter, Kevin Hooper, lead us a very meaningful time at the Lord's Supper. I loved his use of the clip from "Matthew" when Jesus entered Jerusalem to the celebrating of the Supper.
Had a great Bible class today. People asking great questions, taking notes, talking about the class hours later. You could see the lights coming on with new insights into God's Word. These are the moments you live for in ministry.
We celebrated all the things that happened in the month of March. We pinned 11 new patches on our "family banner". Six were for baptisms! (we don't have a single "evangelism program"!) Evangelism is just happening as it should - one on one.
Had several first time guests. A few brought co-workers. I love the fact that so many are studying with friends, neighbors and co-workers.
It's exciting to see what God is doing among us. I'm priviledged to minister in such a dynamic fellowship.
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