by 61stcoc | Jun Wed, 2019 | Dr. Taylor A. McKenzie, Weekly Messenger
Leo Buscagila reminds us that for many children, this Father’s Day may be a painful reminder that not every family reflects the ideal. In a short, informal activity to prepare second graders for the celebration of Father’s Day, a group of children were asked to...
by 61stcoc | Jun Sun, 2019 | Dr. Taylor A. McKenzie, Weekly Messenger
There is a driving force inside of God’s child. Like the cells of a battery, there is an inner strength that motivates the Christian. Our inward power is delivered by our belief that “Christ lives in me…” (Galatians 2:20). If the Spirit of Jesus is within (Romans...
by 61stcoc | May Sun, 2019 | Dr. Taylor A. McKenzie, Weekly Messenger
A warm, friendly “Hello, how are you” “Glad to see you” or any similar greeting, will make people comfortable anywhere. 61st and Division has enjoyed the reputation of being a friendly congregation. We want to strengthen that reputation and to do even more to cause...
by 61stcoc | May Fri, 2019 | Dr. Taylor A. McKenzie, Weekly Messenger
The topic is suggested by the words of a desperate father who pleaded for the healing of his son who was very ill. After Jesus told him “All things are possible to him who believes, the father said “I do believe, help my unbelief” (Mark 9:23,24). Let us practically...
by 61stcoc | May Fri, 2019 | Dr. Taylor A. McKenzie, Weekly Messenger
Naomi – Her name means “My Joy” and suggests attractiveness. Her manner of life so appealing that Ruth her daughter-in-law told her “Your people shall be my people and your God, my God” (Ruth 1:16). Our lives should be so compelling that we attract people to...
by 61stcoc | May Fri, 2019 | Dr. Taylor A. McKenzie, Weekly Messenger
Twice in the Philippian letter Paul encouraged Christians to “Rejoice in the Lord” (Philippians 3;1 and 4:4. This second time he repeats the encouragement twice. “Rejoice…and again I say rejoice!” and adds the word “always”. Clearly, the joy of the Christian is...
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