Christ followers, under the power of the Holy Spirit, will tell everyone about Him. (Acts 1:8)
On May 4th I was privileged to attend the ribbon cutting and grand opening of the new CedaRidge Ministries facility in Williamsburg, KY. CedaRidge, formed in February 1992, began in the basement of the South Union-Mount Zion Association office and moved to several locations before settling into the 15,000 square foot Bailey Building in 1996,... Continue Reading →
Spring has officially arrived. This morning I sit in my house with the front door and windows open. The sun is shining brightly and fills the room. I hear the sound of the chimes coming from the porch as they blow in the gentle breeze. With spring comes new life. My redbud trees are in... Continue Reading →
Recently I had the privilege of visiting with missionaries in the Tri-County area of Knox/.Laurel/Whitley that minister to children and youth. My first visit was with Missionaries James McDonald, Lorie Wells, Beth Arnold, and other volunteers with BREAK (Bible Release-time Education Association of Kentucky). I had heard about this ministry but actually got to visit... Continue Reading →
Poverty is a real issue in our country and is getting worse every day. As I read the reports of our missionaries who work with those in poverty I hear over and over again that they are ministering to a larger number of individuals and families each month. According to the US Census Bureau, the... Continue Reading →
One hundred plus missionaries serve in various roles across Kentucky. When asked what you can do for them you most always get the same answer, “Pray for us.” Reminds me of the words of Paul in 1 Thessalonians 5:25 as he ends his letter with, “Brothers and sisters, pray for us.” All through this epistle... Continue Reading →
Recently, while reading through the Christmas story in Luke 1, Mary’s words (verse 38) burned in my heart – “Behold the handmaid of the Lord; be it unto me according to thy word.” “Handmaid” – To me, the word has a special ring. In other translations I see it as maid, servant, and slave; but I... Continue Reading →
This past Sunday morning I was up early, like my mother and grandmother so many times before me, making chicken and dumplings for our annual church Thanksgiving meal. This being the Thanksgiving season, my mind turned toward my family and the many things for which I am thankful. I thought of how blessed I am... Continue Reading →
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