Yes, I said that. "This isn’t fun anymore." I was referring to my ministry and life in the church. I suspect it went even deeper than that. In general, I was not experiencing very much satisfaction with my life as a Christian. Maybe you know the feeling: You are surrounded by people but feel… Continue reading This Isn’t Fun Anymore
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My Favorite Moments
Do you have favorite moments? Are there moments you look forward to and enjoy? Or, are there memories you have of special moments? I’m not talking about Super Bowl moments or once-in-a-lifetime vacation moments. I am referring to moments that may seem ordinary but are actually very special. Some of my favorite moments? … Continue reading My Favorite Moments
Favorites You Might Enjoy
You might enjoy "41 Things Married People Ought to Know." These came from my own experience with marriage (28 years) as well as many, many conversations with others about their marriages. No doubt you will have a few things you would add to the list. 41 Things Married People Ought to Know (Part 1)… Continue reading Favorites You Might Enjoy
A Night to Forget
There are a few days and nights that I would just as soon forget. On of these occurred in Memphis, Tennessee a number of years ago. I had just finished some exams for my Doctor of Ministry work at Harding Graduate School. It was Thursday evening and I was going to stay over at… Continue reading A Night to Forget
Jamie on Father/Daughters (Part 2 of 2)
(This is the conclusion of the speech Jamie made to 200 fathers/daughters last week at a banquet hosted by the Central Fatherhood Initiative. I included her top 10 which reflect some of her humor) Top 10 reasons how you would know that I am best friends with my dad…. 1. Jim Martin is… Continue reading Jamie on Father/Daughters (Part 2 of 2)
Jamie on Father/Daughters (Part 1 of 2)
(This is an excerpt from a speech Jamie gave at the recent Central Texas Fatherhood Initiative Tea/Ball for Dads and their daughters. Jamie is 18 and a freshman at Oklahoma Christian University. I know…I’m proud of my daughters) How many girls do you know that can say that their dad is their… Continue reading Jamie on Father/Daughters (Part 1 of 2)
10 Characteristics of a Gracious Person
Gracious…Now I like that word. Not a Terrell Owens or Randy Moss word. No, this word is reserved for people who recognize that they are privileged to receive what they have been given. A gracious person is wonderful just to be around. So what is a gracious person? A gracious person is slow… Continue reading 10 Characteristics of a Gracious Person