Category Archives: Ecclesia Real

Whenever I get the ill-conceived idea to work on my house or car, I always find other things, beside the original task, that need done.  A fifteen-minute job can take a day.  I end up doing all sorts of unplanned … Continue reading →

Dear Friends of Lakeview Community Church: You are receiving this letter because you are now or have been a part of our fellowship.  As we move to within days of the Easter celebration, I want to let you know about … Continue reading →

Carly Simon was right about mankind, our culture and, unfortunately, the church when she wrote “You’re So Vain”.  We do think the song is about us, don’t we? God is wonderful and humans are depraved.  Any other worldview, to whatever … Continue reading →

“If the women can’t find you handsome, they should at least find you handy.”  That is a quote from the famous philosopher Red Green of Possum Lodge fame.  One of the shows I remember was called, “The Big Thing”.   All … Continue reading →

If a drunken man drives his car into a tree, we do not fail to tend to him in kindness though we may attribute his negative condition to his actions. If an angry and rebellious man shakes his fist in … Continue reading →

A day or so ago, I read a Facebook post from a church staff member encouraging everyone to invite Christ to be present in their family gatherings this Christmas.  He then tied that word of wisdom to a reminder about … Continue reading →

It’s Thanksgiving eve and many folks are planning their Black Friday excursions and getting ready for meals and family on Thursday.  We live in a blessed land that has been filled with opportunities and freedom. I’ve heard a lot of … Continue reading →

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Regardless of the lofty and altruistic goals of any organization, without constant restraint and discipline from people, the people will end up serving the organization rather than the organization serving the people. Continue reading →