On The Mountain Top

On The Mountain Top

The mist is tucked in around the mountains like a soft blanket. The day is already rich with color, deep blues and greens of varying shades, with the bright pinewood octagonal chapel in the foreground. It’s only 6:30 AM. These few minutes of quiet I enjoy with my...
Old Paths in a New Age

Old Paths in a New Age

“Preach the Word.” I’ve often heard this phrase from professors training us who were heading into pastoral ministry, or from individuals now who encourage me prior to me teaching our teens.  What I think they really mean are things like “don’t mix...