Yesterday I took a break to get a cup of coffee and walked out into our larger office area. Standing next to my assistant’s desk was one of our interns. As I walked by I said, “How are you.” Her reply took me by surprise. “I’m awesome, how about you?” This is the way I replied to her, “I’m not …
Right up front I have to give full disclosure. I’ve never watched “Frozen” all the way through. I have seen bits and pieces, and I know the Disney Corporation’s revenue is being fueled by “Frozen.” I may be one of the few parents or grandparents who hasn’t seen the movie, but I know we can get some good advice from …
Moo’ve it with your friends and family at the Chick-fil-A® Connect Race Series of Covington, LA on February 28, 2015. Proceeds from the race will benefit the mission of WinShape Camps for Communities and help raise scholarships for children to attend a week-long day camp. The 10K, 5K, & 1 Mile race will include: More Information & Registration
It’s Super Bowl week and we should be reading and writing about who is going to win the big game and why. Instead, we’re talking about how much air footballs have in them. As much as I love football, I have no idea how much air you put in a football. Anytime I’ve aired up a football, I read on …
Recently, I met with the four new nominees to be ordained as deacons of First Baptist Church. At the conclusion of the meeting, I reflected on our time together. I remarked to several people about their “good hearts,” their desire to “serve God,” and their interest in being “servants of the church.” Soon, we will begin the year long process …
By: Waylon Bailey ~ Finances make up a big part of life. After all, we all have to eat and we all need a place to live. How you use your finances will determine a lot about you. That’s why I made money part of my “Starting Over” sermon series. What do we need to know about money? Here are …
What a blessing to know God and His Word. His Word is a lamp to our feet and a light to our path. In Him and His Word we find strength. His words are sweet as honey to our taste. O taste and see that the Lord is good! These verses have blessed my life. I pray they will bless you …
About the Response We believe that America is in a state of crisis. Not just politically, financially, or morally, but because we are a nation that has not honored God in our successes or humbly called on Him in our struggles. The Response: Louisiana is committed to prayer above politics, to seeing the church moved to stand for righteousness, and …
Today, January 22, 2015, marks the 42nd anniversary of Roe v. Wade. On that date the United States Supreme Court gave a constitutional right to abortion in the United States of America. Since that time, it is estimated 55-60 million abortions have occurred, over one million each year. Only four countries support abortion until the time of delivery. Two of …
Will the church survive? Recently, the Wall Street Journal published an article about the church in Europe, at least about church buildings in Europe. In Europe, because of its rampant secularism, churches stand empty. These are often large buildings in the middle of towns. They are being turned into supermarkets, skateboard parks, bookstores, gyms, circus training schools, and even bars. …
