As I write the articles for the blog and the information for the website, I am writing for a large group, a diverse group, of people but ultimately all with one common purpose, reaching children for Jesus. It can be difficult at times because I may never know the impact of the articles, just like … [Read more…]
I was looking at the passage in Matthew 25 where Jesus is separating the sheep from the goats. It is the judgement where Jesus is looking at what we have done which shows our heart. As I looked at it, I couldn’t help but think of the comparison of sheep and goats. Sheep eat grass … [Read more…]
It’s Missionary Monday and today I am spotlighting Jim and Tara Lambeth. I met Jim at Awana HQ a few years back when I was there for Commander College 201. I believe that he suggested that I have a flyer or something to promote my website, as he was looking for one to make available at his fall conference. I’m thankful to Jim for that, because I had not considered it before that time.
I asked Jim some questions and below is his response:
Today I just want to take afew minutes ansd update you about T&T…
… you’ve given to me. They are the words of Jesus in Matthew 25:40 (paraphrased)
It’s the Christmas shopping season. Millions of people stood in line across the U.S. to purchase discounted computers, TV’s game systems and all of the several thousand items that were on sale Black Friday. Computers and servers exploded with data as Cyber Monday brought ever increasing sales. People are scrambling to find just the right gift for the people they care about, but then, that is what the season is all about.
I’m not here to comment on that spending, the commercialism, or other aspects. God has blessed the U.S. and we are able to purchase such luxuries.
The final words of Jesus before He ascended to Heaven was to go and make disciples (Matthew 28). I want to challenge you during this Christmas season to think beyond the people close to you….