The phrase Right-Hand Man in English has an interesting history. Today, we normally use this phrase to express how important and valuable someone is to us. The phrase also has a connotation of trustworthiness. One article explained the origins of this phrase this way: “The expression “right-hand man” (as well as the tradition of seating […]
Labor Day has passed, the school year has begun and fall is just around the corner. This coming week we will begin our new “Church Year” centered on the theme Witness. I am looking forward to new Bible classes, a new sermon series and LIFE Groups! It has been a busy summer, full of many […]
The other day I heard a story on the radio about Donald Trump. The focus of the piece concerned his “brand”. Branding is a critical thing for any company because it essentially is what your potential customers think about you when they hear or see your name. So, for example, when people think of Trump, […]
Well, this was my first year at Camp Dakota and let me say it was great. There were a lot of very good things that happened this weekend. Some highlights include, plenty of time for uninterrupted conversation, great meals, rest and relaxation, new friendships begun and old ones strengthened, Carrie and Cassie Broberg keeping the […]
Growing closer to people and enjoying creation is a great way to grow closer to God. You may be one of those enthusiasts for whom camping represents the ultimate getaway. Or, you may be someone who prefers to “camp” in the comfortable bed of a five star hotel. No matter your preference for actual camping, […]
Let’s just say that “Operation Surprise!” was a complete success! It was very clear that none of the Williamson family had any clue that there was anything unusual about this Sunday morning until Roger read his letter and called them to the front of the congregation. As you can see from the picture below, we achieved the Keizer […]
“I will meditate on your precepts and fix my eyes on your ways. I will delight in your statutes; I will not forget your word.” Psalm 119:15 Cattle are interesting animals. For example, did you know a cow has four stomachs! This amazing creature is able to eat grass and other vegetation because it gradually […]
If you have peeked at the back side of the house / office lately you have noticed some destruction taking place. Trees have been pruned or removed, debris hauled off, and the patio and deck was pressure washed. Bark mulch has been laid down and our new picnic tables have been set. And the other […]
As I sit in my office the sound of heavy machinery creeping around serves as an indication that construction has begun on the new development around the church property. These sounds and sights of new things getting ready to happen right around us got me thinking about how God works new things in our lives. […]
So, we moved the vast majority of our things from Boise to Salem last week. What and undertaking! Over the last few months the Joneses have been living with one foot here in Keizer and one in Boise. This will continue for another month or so, but now most of the weight is on the […]