Author Archives: Pastor Dave

     Today has traditionally been associated with the annual “feast of St. Patrick,”  observed especially in the land where the missionary Patrick was very instrumental in turning Ireland from paganism (the Druid religion in particular)  to Christianity in the … Continue reading →

     In C.S. Lewis’ classic work The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, of the Chronicles of Narnia series, four children (Peter, Susan, Edmund and Lucy) pass through a wardrobe’s portal into the kingdom of Narnia where Aslan the lion is king. He … Continue reading →

     Just as “a picture is worth a thousand words,” sometimes a small group of words can convey a much larger meaning–a spiritual maxim. Such is the case with what is called “pithy grabbers.” When I was working as … Continue reading →

     We enjoy doing jigsaw puzzles during the winter months. Recently, after quite a few hours of work, we conquered a puzzle which was called “The Impossible Puzzle.”  Not only was the picture on the box a bit misleading, but the … Continue reading →

          The United States has a very unique history and has been greatly blessed by God who has used this great nation to bring the gospel to the far corners of the globe and to minister to many, … Continue reading →

     Someone recently sent us a photo on Facebook of a marquee that read:                “AMERICA, THE DONKEY AND ELEPHANT WON’T HELP.                    WE MUST … Continue reading →

     One of the places we go by on our daily walk has a sign in their yard which reads: “DON’T STOP PRAYING.”  There is also a popular contemporary Christian song by Matthew West which is titled, “Don’t Stop … Continue reading →

        What an encouragement it has been to hear athletes using the platform provided to them through their successes to share their faith and to bring all the glory to the Lord.  Will Howard, quarterback for the Ohio … Continue reading →

     On July 26th, 1997, I conducted a marriage ceremony at the Cabinet View Country Club in Libby, Montana for Roger Johnston and Cindy Ostrem, both avid golfers. Roger and Cindy had a son, Ryggs, who, when he was … Continue reading →

     Did any of you give or receive any “used” items for Christmas?  Probably not!  We all like  getting “new” things which have never been used by anyone before. We get to be the first to use or wear … Continue reading →