From a Pastor's Point of View

family

  • A Memory That Makes My Soul Smile

    Recently I was sharing a story about the time that Cazandra told me that we were going to have our first child.  I related the story to a fellow staff member at my church.  As I shared with her the… Continue reading

  • Preserve Our Memories Well

    Recently I was visiting with a wonderful man who served in the military during World War II.  He told me some amazing stories of love, sadness and deliverance.  I finished my conversation with him expressing a feeling of gratitude for… Continue reading

  • Lessons From My Mother

    I cannot remember a time when I did not want to be a musician.  I have always enjoyed the art of making music.  As a kid, my sister and I would put on variety shows and take turns singing.  (Yes,… Continue reading

  • The Ties that Bind Us Together

    It is approximately 6:20 a.m. and I am sitting in the Midway Airport in Chicago.  To say I am a little anxious is an understatement.  I am flying to Houston to be with my mother through a very difficult time. … Continue reading

  • My Prayer for My Son

    Today is a day for which I am very grateful.  My eldest son turned fifteen years old today.  Wow!  Where have the years gone?  It seems like yesterday that I fell off of my chair when Cazandra told me that… Continue reading

  • We are not orphans

    “‘I will not leave you orphaned; I am coming to you.’” (NRSV John 14:18). As I prepare for Sunday’s sermon, this one verse from John stands out.  While the author of The Gospel of John introduces a familial relationship with… Continue reading

  • My Christmas Tradition

    I don’t know what it was about last night, but I had a profound awareness of God’s presence as my family decorated our Christmas tree. As my wife placed hangers on the ornaments, she pointed out the various people and… Continue reading

  • Happy Birthday Son

    Today is a big day in my household. My wife and I are celebrating our oldest son’s 14th birthday. I am not sure where the 14 years have gone, but I do know that my life has never been the… Continue reading