Leaving Joppa

Earlier this year, I had the privilege to walk the cobble stone streets of the biblical city, Joppa. As I walked on the streets of that city and looked out at the Mediterranean Sea, I couldn’t help but remember two significant biblical events that took place in this city. The first one involved the prophet …

Polishing the Pulpit

Wow! I’m at Polishing the Pulpit for the very first time and I’m impressed! What a great event. I heard there are approximately 2000 Christians present. I’ve seen a lot of old friends, met people for the first time who I’ve never met but heard of for years, and just heard an excellent lesson on …

The Father of the Bride

Tomorrow, June 20, 2010, my daughter is getting married.  That makes me the “Father of the Bride.”  There’s a jovial stigma to being the Father of the Bride.  Maybe we can chalk that up to Spencer Tracy.  But at any rate, I feel much more than a bumbling man whose only contribution to the wedding …

Polishing The Pulpit

In just a little more than a month (August 27-September2), the Polishing the Pulpit lectureship will begin.  For years, I’ve wanted to attend this event, but just could not swing it due to my schedule.  However, having moved to Knoxville this year, this event will be in my “backyard” so I’ll be able to attend.  …

It’s Fun to Stay at the “Y…”

The YMCA officially changed its name this week.  After 166 years in existence, the Young Men’s Christian Association has officially changed its name to the “Y.”  That’s it.  No longer will the word “Christian” be associated with this organization.  Now, the organization says they will still emphasize “Christian ideals,” they’re just removing the “Christian” from …