AND NEXT TO HIM
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Posted:Jun 19, 2008 5:32 pm
Last Updated:Oct 4, 2012 3:29 pm 3198 Views
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Ever read the third chapter of Nehemiah. It's one of those chapters we often quickly skim through. It lists name after name of people repairing the gates and wall of Jerusalem.
There several things to note as you read this chapter...some were found repairing more than one section of the wall (example in v 21, 27, 30), even were found doing the work (v. 12). Clearly not everyone helped (v. 5)
The main thing I want to point out in this chapter is the repeated refrain "and next to them/him". That phrase (along with "after them/him") is used thirty-two times in this chapter.
When the need was greatest, God's people came shoulder to shoulder to bear the burden. What beautiful imagery of working together. Even though some didn't participate (as always will be the case), the majority came together for the Lord's work.
"Bear one another's burden's and so fulfill the law of Christ" Galatians 6:2
It's time we get to work, for the work is great. We read in the last part of verse 18 in chapter 2 "...So they said, 'Let us rise up and build.' Then they set their hands to this good work.
Let us rise up and build. People need somebody next to them helping rebuild their broken lives...lift someone up...speak into their life words of encouragement and hope.
Are you tearing down or building up?
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Hair Mixer Confusion
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Posted:Jun 17, 2008 5:17 am
Last Updated:Jun 21, 2008 9:53 pm 3842 Views
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As most of you know, I've been spending more time away from BC lately. I stop in to visit occasionally...and low and behold many of you have really "changed" LOL.
I have a suggestion to make - everybody should place their picture on the same model and really confuse BC visitors...and members too!
It's kinda confusion knowing who is real and who is not...
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Checking in...
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Posted:Jun 16, 2008 11:41 am
Last Updated:Oct 4, 2012 3:32 pm 3330 Views
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I start my new job Wednesday. With God's sense of humor, my office will be one floor, directly below where I previoiusly worked. I will continue with my current consulting job also. It will work nicely as it too is in the same building. God is good!
I spent most of the weekend with all three boys. We camped beside Lake Barkley. We had fun doing a lot of nothing...a little fishing, some jet skiing, and enjoying the quiet. I preached Sunday morning and then we went to my parents for lunch.
Just wanted to give my BC friends an update. Going to go visit some blogs and see what's been going on here...
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It was late and not as planned, but we got the wedding done...
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Posted:Jun 8, 2008 6:11 pm
Last Updated:Jun 15, 2008 4:21 pm 2775 Views
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Some time ago my nephew asked me to perform his wedding ceremony yesterday. The wedding was in a little town south west of Terre Haute, IN. You may have seen in the news where they received over 10" of rain over Friday night resulting in power outages and a lot of flooding.
Many family and friends were unable to get to the church - which didn't have power until a few hours before the wedding. Included in those unable to make it were the pianist and violinist. We delayed as long as they could because Andrew was going to sing to Erica (as a surprise) during the ceremony - and they were going to be the accompaniment for his song.
They eventually found a way to get to the church - after most everybody had departed for the reception. But fortunately, several people were still there for pictures as he sang to his bride.
Christ was honored in the ceremony and I am certain He will be in their marriage also.
Just wanted to share...
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*~*~*~*~Praise Report!!!*~*~*~*~
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Posted:Jun 4, 2008 8:03 pm
Last Updated:Jun 9, 2008 3:49 am 3206 Views
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I was offered a job the last week of May with an uncertain start date. I was excited about the opportunity, but the uncertain start date was a little concerning and delayed my accepting the job.
I received a call yesterday inviting me to an interview this afternoon at 5:15. The interview went really well and I left at 6:40. I barely got out of the parking lot at 6:46 when my cell phone rang offering me the job.
The amazing thing is that the severance agreement with my old job included a six month non-compete. Take a guess when the non-compete ended...TODAY!!!
Do you think our Heavenly Father has things in control?
Thank You and praise You Father! I'm sorry my faith was a little thin a few times over the past six months. You are an awesome God!!!
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~~~do the questions ever go away?~~~
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Posted:Jun 1, 2008 7:26 am
Last Updated:Jun 18, 2008 8:53 pm 2983 Views
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I'm in Louisville this morning. Spending the weekend with my . We went to Bowling Green last night to the dragstrip...they were allowing street cars to run. We raced four times with him barely winning each time. Dad's gonna have to get his car back in the shop and tune it up a bit! 
I'm sitting here this morning reflecting on the fun we've had this weekend when the thought of what went wrong began to creep into my mind. This would have been our 23 wedding anniversary. Instead its one month short of the three year anniversary of the beginning of divorce proceedings.
Why did Satan win this battle? Why am I the first and only one in my family to get a divorce? Why would the one I treated like a princess do the things she did? Can anyone be trusted? Is there any reason to look for another relationship? Will it turn out the same way no matter how well I treat her? Should I be content to spend the remainder of my life as a single man? The questions...do they ever go away?
The are getting ready and we are going out for breakfast in a few minutes. Just felt the need to ask my BC friends if they have the same questions...or better yet, do they have any answers?
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It was a good day...
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Posted:May 25, 2008 7:10 pm
Last Updated:Oct 4, 2012 3:35 pm 2683 Views
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...I had the honor and privilege of preaching for the annual Memorial Day service at the church where generations of my family worshipped. They no longer have services there, other than Memorial Day, but it was a special day.
There wasn't an open seat in the building. Even chairs along the back wall were filled. There were family and friends from several states that came in. I was able to visit with folks you don't normally see unless there's a funeral - if you know what I mean.
My great aunt, the last living from that generation was driven seven hours to hear me preach.
As I sat there during the song service, I began to weep. The precious memories, the emotions of my personal losses of the past few years, the unusual gathering of family...I didn't know if I would be able to regain my composure to preach.
Holy Spirit filled me and strengthened me and gave me great liberty to preach. There was a great movement of God during the time of decision...to God alone be the glory.
I just wanted to drop in and share my day with my BC friends. I hope each of you had an awesome day worshipping the King of kings today!
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A BLAST FROM THE PAST....Apotle2day
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Posted:May 17, 2008 2:49 pm
Last Updated:May 21, 2008 1:04 pm 2724 Views
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Those who've been around BC awhile remember Apostle2day, Ed. We occasionally share emails. He is doing well. He sent this to me today and thought I might want to post it. Its funny, but unfortunately true:
The Indian and the Bull
An Indian walks into a cafe with a shotgun in one hand pulling a male buffalo with the other. He says to the waiter, "Want coffee."
The waiter says, "Sure, Chief, coming right up." He gets the Indian a tall mug of coffee. The Indian drinks the coffee down in one gulp, turns and blasts the buffalo with the shotgun, causing parts of the animal to splatter everywhere, then just walks out.
The next morning the Indian returns. He has his shotgun in one hand pulling another male buffalo with the other. He walks up to the counter and says to the waiter, "Want coffee."
The waiter says, "Whoa, Tonto! We're still cleaning up your mess from yesterday. What was all that about, anyway?"
The Indian smiles and proudly says, "Training for position in United States Congress. Come in, drink coffee, shoot the bull, leave mess for others to clean up, disappear for the rest of the day."
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I know I said I was leaving, and I am, but I did leave the door open for an occasional blog post...
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Posted:May 13, 2008 12:46 pm
Last Updated:Oct 4, 2012 3:40 pm 3260 Views
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...so listen up. Irregardless of who said what, who's doing what, and whether or not you agree with what they are saying or doing...would you all just grow up???
If I hadn't already decided to leave, I would have after all of this. I'm gonna tell you like I tell my boys
If you don't have something good to say, don't say anything at all.
Now, if you all can't behave like good little boys and girls...
I'm gonna send you all to your rooms and take away your internet privileges for a week.
Now, go to somebody who you've had words with and seek forgiveness...that is Christ's command, not mine!!!
...and if you don't, it speaks volumes to your relationship with Christ!
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Good Bye Big Church
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Posted:May 9, 2008 1:04 pm
Last Updated:Oct 4, 2012 3:50 pm 5063 Views
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I feel my time here is finished. I might on occasion drop in and read blogs and possibly occasionally post something, but no promises. LOL. (I will linger for a few days to respond to some ongoing comments on my blogs.)
I've enjoyed many friendships here - some who have already left BC and some who remain today.
I came here in a time of crisis. I was trying to cope with the ending of a 21 year marriage and leaving the pastorate after 14 years. Blogging was my outlet.
Now, it seems BC has become a distraction to me getting on with my life. I tried to scale back a few months ago, but still find myself here too much.
Some of you have my personal email address. If you don't have it, and want to stay in touch with me, I will be happy to provide it.
I appreciate your prayers as I endeavor to seek His will and continue in this journey to heaven...
Solo Deo Gloria!!!
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