Mississippi Days
Not a Sunday Night Check-In for July 27, 2026
It’s past time for the Sunday night Check-in! Thanks for taking a minute to catch up with me. Welcome new subscribers! This week Maggy and I are in Brookhaven, Mississippi. I am speaking six times in a series of messages on the theme “Walking With Jesus,” emphasizing daily discipleship at the Mount Zion Church of Christ. Sunday we talked about Bible study, Grace, and Prayer. Tonight I’ll be speaking on leaning ln the Lord during times of grief. Tuesday is temptation and repentance. I will finish the series Wednesday night with some thoughts about the return of Christ.
The people here are warm, hospitable, and welcoming. Mt. Zion is the oldest church in this county with over 125 years of service and spreading the gospel. The current preacher is Zach Fleming and it is easy to see how much the church here loves him and his family. We have spent a good amount of time with the former minister, who remains a member, Ronnie Lofton. Ronnie and Sharon have been great hosts, coming to pick us up and sharing great conversation. Ronnie was a close friend of Maggy’s brother, Dickie, when they were young and single many years ago. If you are in the area, come visit Monday - Wednesday night at 7pm!
Sunday at Forsythe Church, Daniel Kirkendall presented the morning message. I have heard that he did his usual great job! I appreciate the study and effort Daniel puts into his messages. Next Sunday we will have a meal together following Bible class. If you are in the Monroe area, come visit and stay for good company and great food!
My new book, Hope Travels, made its debut last week. It is the story of a Bible and the various people who owned it across the years. It has a ‘true story’ element to it, but it is fiction. There is a discussion guide included. It would make a great read for a book club or even a Bible class to read together and discuss. I enjoyed writing this story so much and I hope you enjoy reading it. It is free for Kindle Unlimited subscribers - and not expensive for everyone else! If you liked the story a nice rating and review on Amazon goes a long way in helping me get the word out!
August is around the corner and that means no let up in the summer heat. I hope all you summer people are enjoying yourselves. Personally, I can’t wait for the first cool morning of Autumn and all that goes with it. That’s still a few months away! God made all the seasons for a purpose and in His grand design.
THANK YOU
If you read this far, bless you! Feel free to share with friends and family! Take care, friends. Work hard, smile often, rest well, and stay connected. The world needs you now more than ever! Until next time!
