Remember The Golden Rule?
“So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you, for this sums up the Law and the Prophets.” – Jesus (Matthew 7:12) When I was a very young boy in the public education system, one of...
View ArticleHow Does One Yearn Patiently?
“Henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me and recompense me on that day—and not to me only, but also to all those who have...
View ArticleProverbs 31 Woman and Professional Belly Dancer?
What in the world do these two things have to do with one another? Exactly. Absolutely nothing. The other day I saw these two things listed together in a Twitter profile, and it had me shaking my head....
View ArticleThe Parson’s Notes: #45 (The Pastor’s Kid Book Trailer)
My new friend, Barnabas Piper, posted a trailer to his forthcoming book, The Pastor’s Kid, this week. As you can tell by the rave reviews on his site and in the trailer, Barnabas has written a book...
View ArticleSharing Our Story
Dwight speaking at F.I.S.H. David Crockett High School. This past week, Our Story was sent out as an e-devotion to the congregation of Munsey Memorial (UMC) where I work. I was asked to submit it...
View ArticleFull Speed Ahead… Maximum Warp!
Not exactly the U.S.S. Enterprise. Things are getting a bit crazy at MacPherson Manor! The next few weeks are jam-packed with a boatload of activities. Between the whole moving thing, we have our...
View ArticleFilthy Flesh and Filthy Spirit
“When was the last time you recognized you had sinned?” Everyone is familiar with the story of the Prodigal Son. I can honestly say that I have heard it so many times before that I sort of dismissed...
View ArticleThe Religion of Parenting
“In the 21st century, most Americans marry for love. We choose partners who we hope will be our soulmates for life. When children come along, we believe that we can press pause on the soulmate...
View ArticleMy Three Sons
MacPherson Sons, Circa 2004 During the Labor day weekend, Dwight and I watched a fascinating show on American ancestry. It made us think about our relatives past and present, and the ones who will...
View ArticleGod Knew Me Before I Knew Him by Guest Blogger Dolores Kirkland
I am super excited and completely honored to present this guest post by my mom, Dolores Kirkland. She is the reason for me being here on earth, and for me being the woman I am today. Her steadfastness...
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