I’m leading a Bible study and discussion on Wednesday nights this fall that has two purposes: 1) to learn all we can about Jesus and 2) learn how to read and study the Bible. We are looking at selected passages in the gospels where Jesus encounters people and asking one simple question – “What do… Read More »
Hogg’s Pearls of Wisdom for September 2018
Hogg’s Pearls of Wisdom for September 2018 Passing on to you the pearls of wisdom gleaned from what I read, watch and listen to each month. If a particular pearl appeals to you, click the link and enjoy. Like God’s Word says: “Listen to advice and accept discipline, and at the end you will be… Read More »
Improving Your Sunday Church Experience
Recently another pastor wrote that followers of Christ could do something practical that would improve their Sunday church experience. I took a few days to reflect on what he wrote and decided he was correct. Here is what he said: Arrive 15 minutes before Sunday School and worship begin and stay 15 minutes after they… Read More »
Clean as New
Twelve days at the beach in June were relaxing, so much so that Monieca and I’ve actually enjoyed spending a few days of our vacation this month at home. Normally vacation days at home feel like wasted days off – not this year. While home we’ve caught up on some projects we had put off. … Read More »
Peaceful Sounds
I enjoy sitting outside in the evenings once the sun has set and darkness has taken over. It’s peaceful and I relax. Crickets, tree frogs, night birds and other creatures sing to me. There’s also an owl that often hoots in the distance. The mornings are similar, but still different. It’s like there is an… Read More »
You Look Like A Preacher
Recently I met two people for lunch at a local restaurant. We talked and laughed. Afterward as I was walking from my booth to the exit, a stranger seated at another booth stopped me and asked, “Are you a preacher?” I said “yes” and introduced myself. He smiled and replied “I thought you looked like… Read More »
I Peter 2 is a Really Good Sandwich
During Sunday’s final sermon in the “Destiny” series, we studied I Peter 2:4-10. Our focus was the description of God’s people as “A Chosen Race, A Royal Priesthood, A Holy Nation, A People For God’s Own Possession” in verse 9, with verses 4-8 providing the backdrop to properly understand the impact of these descriptive titles.… Read More »
Influential People
Popular actor Steve Carell was positively impacted by experience when he was in 2nd grade. He was part of a school play about the Pilgrims and Indians. It was all mime and he was an Indian rowing a canoe. During practice he switched the oar to the other side of the boat and continued rowing. … Read More »
Thrive
Growth is a process that takes time. It also requires us to be intentional and take specific actions. A discipline God has been using in my spiritual growth the past few years is what I call “praying the scriptures” or “scriptural meditation.” I talked about this a little bit in my sermon on prayer last… Read More »
Who Are You Meeting For Lunch?
Pastors need relationships with other pastors and I’ve been blessed to have several men who’ve been great friends and mentors over the years. Now I’m in a season of life where I’m often the “older experienced” pastor that younger guys consider “wise.” It’s not unusual for me to have breakfast or lunch with at least… Read More »
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