I ordered a new desk just before Christmas. It was an L shaped desk that was more streamlined than my old one and it had a part of it that could be raised and lowered so that I could either sit or stand at it. When I ordered it, the delivery date was only a week or so away. Four …
WOMEN OF INFLUENCE
My mother was my original faith influencer. She was the first to teach me that God knew me by name and that God would give purpose and direction to my life. Those childhood conversations formed a faith foundation on which everything that came after was built. I remember many other women of influence. Mrs. Laney was my fifth-grade teacher. She …
UNDIVIDED ATTENTION ON THE RESURRECTION
Acts 4:33 NRSV With great power the apostles gave their testimony to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and great grace was upon them all. If you have been in worship with us recently, you know that I am seeing the resurrection almost everywhere I look these days. The theme of “death to new life” is resonating through every pore …
HOW HAS JESUS APPEARED TO YOU?
One of my favorite resurrection stories is about Thomas. Before you say it, let me correct you. He isn’t doubting Thomas; rather, he is absent Thomas. He just wasn’t there the first time the resurrected Jesus showed up and made himself known to the disciples. The good news in the story is “it’s ok” because Jesus came back and appeared …
SIGNS OF THE RESURRECTION
One of my favorite movies is Forrest Gump. I love the historical imagery but I particularly like the tension between free will and predestination that is woven throughout the movie. At one point Lieutenant Dan askes Forrest, “Have you found Jesus yet, Gump?” His response, “I didn’t know I was supposed to be looking for him, sir.” Sometimes we get comfortable in our …
WELL DONE CHURCH
Jesus said, “For the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve…” The last week of March always has a special place with its own meaning in the life of Peachtree City UMC no matter how horrible the storms of life may be. That week is one of the two weeks we rally together to serve meals …
Resurrection!
Seasons come and seasons go. Winter ends. Spring begins. Lent will end. Easter will begin. As we turn the corner into Holy Week next week, we are approaching the Easter season. I am so ready for the Easter shout to become MY SHOUT! I have never yearned as much for gathered worship in all my life. Join with me in …
Do Some Good
I recently cleaned out my garage. To spare myself some embarrassment, I’m not going to tell you how long it had been. Let’s just say, “It’s been a while.” I was amazed at the cruft and junk that I had accumulated in that space I pass through on the way in and out of my home. So many little things that …
ON-CAMPUS WORSHIP AND EASTER PLANS
We’ve been laying many plans for gathered worship – both outside and inside the building! You already know that (weather permitting) we will return to outdoor gathered worship on March 7th at 11AM. On March 7th the service will be contemporary and will alternate to traditional the next week. We will also offer KidsMin for all the outdoor services in …