2012
Ladder
I love garbage picking! Today I found an ancient wooden ladder and carted it over to church to use for a Converge art project. I know that the artists in our group will use paints to create a work of art. Kind of like God and us. He created us, we sinned and were ready for the trash heap, we turned back to Him, and He painted us clean and forgiven. - Pastor Mike
Redbud
The Redbud trees are out in bloom in our neighborhood. Their dainty flowers and whispy branches are such a foil for the huge leaves that will follow. Our God has such an imagination that when he made everything He did so with such an abundance of creativity. Take time today to look around and savor God's creation. Let it be your inspiration! - Pastor Mike
Donation
I took a huge pan of pasta salad, some vegetables, and 3 containers of salsa down to the Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries' soup kitchen in Detroit. They were thrilled, as their donations were down in volume. What do you have around your home that you can share with others? Take time to take inventory and pass on what you really don't need. -Pastor Mike
Requiem
A requiem originally was a Catholic funeral service. The John Rutter version that was performed at our church was more of a concert in that it included two psalms, 130 and 32. Both psalms assure us of our forgiveness when we confess and ask God to wash us clean. This forgiveness will relieve us from guilt and bring us true happiness. Thank-you Jesus! - Pastor Mike
Kites
Yesterday a group of us built and flew some kites. The kites would become airborn but would spin and eventually crash. I decided to try adding more tail for weight and stability. It worked, and the kites flew high in the sky! As Christians, our stability is Jesus Christ, who was, is, and will always be our Savior and giver of eternal life. Praise God!
Daniel
Today during Bible on the Boulevard, Baby we will learn about the prophet Daniel. How wise he was in word and actions! Daniel showed how important it is to remain true to one's faith. He ate carefully and lived prayerfully. Strong convictions like Daniel's will keep you a step ahead of temptation and give you stability in changing situations. - Pastor Mike
Testimony
Last night at Converge 3 young adults shared their two word stories. Two chose the words, Loved? Loved. and one chose the words, Truth? Truth. All three were stories that were transparent and showed how much God intervened. shaped and loved them in their lives. Go to two-word story.com and begin to put together your story today! - Pastor Mike
Soil
I love to work in the soil, and my fingernails show it. Yesterday I planted four tubs of pansies. I wanted to get all yellow, but Home Depot only had mixed packs. After I planted them, Lynn remarked how she liked the mixed colors. Like King David who wanted to build the temple for the Lord, sometimes God has a plan better than your own. - Pastor Mike
Magnolia
Wow! The trees have just popped out in bloom. I catch their fragrence whenever I run by one in the morning. Proverbs 27:9 tells us that "The heartfelt counsel of a friend is as sweet as perfume and incense." Have you taken time lately to listen to a friend's story? Afterward, pray with them for the fragrant leading of the Holy Spirit. - Pastor Mike
Funeral Home
Lynn and I went to pay our respects. While we didn't know most of Coach Tom's relatives, it makes such a difference it to those who are still living to meet those who were a part of a departed loved one's life. From the Flamingo's waitstaff, co-workers at FOMOCO, DSC soccer players and coaches, to friends, funeral home visitations comfort those left behind. - Pastor Mike
