When the Country Needs a Heart-Change

As I look at the country around us, the divisions between us are hard to miss.  You can name almost any subject, and it will not take long to pick out the different beliefs that have led to different sides.  However, what concerns me is not that there are opposing sides around different issues because … Continue reading When the Country Needs a Heart-Change

Are You Surprised?

Are you surprised? It seems like there have been many people surprised by many things of late.  The election surprised quite a few.  How football teams have performed has surprised many.  Many have been surprised by the weather, certain people facing possible legal penalties, and steadily rising prices to name a few. Benjamin Franklin is … Continue reading Are You Surprised?

When Everything Seems to Be Changing

Does everything seem to be changing? The Cooks have faced and are facing many changes of late.  This weekend I had the honor of officiating my niece’s wedding; she is the first of that generation to experience that.  However, my son is also about to be married while also graduating from college and beginning dental … Continue reading When Everything Seems to Be Changing

Is Worship That Important?

Did you watch the Super Bowl over the weekend?  Many people were hyped up and excited.  They talked about it and cheered on.  It is a natural thing to do when you are excited. When your team does something good, you want to revel in it.  When you find a great sale, you want to … Continue reading Is Worship That Important?