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My children recently received a slide for their backyard tree/club house.  According to the children, the slide is a gift that is well over due.  They are excited for the new addition.  I think the children thought I forgot that the slide was an intended piece of the original treehouse design.  The treehouse was built 3 years ago, so … Continue reading Wednesday Words: Forget

Every mission trip I’ve had the opportunity to participate in has led to one similar conclusion: the people serving are just as blessed as the ones being served.  There is something about serving others that creates an attitude of thanksgiving, humility, and love.  Our intention and motives to serve need to begin with love.  In John 13 … Continue reading Wednesday Words: Serve

Bully. Does the word bring an image to your mind? Does it immediately trigger a physical or psychological reaction? Merriam-Webster defines a bully as “a blustering, browbeating person; especially one who is habitually cruel, insulting, or threatening to others who are weaker, smaller, or in some way vulnerable.” In our lives we have all encountered … Continue reading Wednesday Words: Impact

This coming weekend, the college basketball tournament begins. Since the cancellation of last years tournament, schools/athletes/coaches/fans (including my two daughters) have been anticipating March Madness. As several events and activities have been canceled over the last year, people have slowly anticipated the the opportunities to once again participate. The spring season brings with it warmer … Continue reading Wednesday Words: Anticipation

https://videopress.com/v/dih86xXQ?preloadContent=metadata Wednesday Words (Video edition) March 10, 2021

Streaming shows and movies to watch is the norm for most people.  Live television is rarely viewed, especially in our household except for sporting events.  When watching a movie through a streaming service, I often remind my children that they can hit pause.  They forget they have some control over viewing the movie.  Pausing allows … Continue reading Wednesday Words: Pause

"Dad, what are we going to do next?" That question has been echoed numerous times from one of my children over the last 6-7 years. On several occasions when our family has been on vacation or a trip, the question will be communicated, addressed and discussed. It seems to be all about the next activity … Continue reading Wednesday Words: Journey & Destination

‘So, what are you giving up for Lent?’  I remember hearing those words for the first time when I was in college.  Coming from a faith background and having practically grown up in church, I was confused upon hearing the question.  I had never heard about Lent before.  As I processed the question, I realized some research needed to … Continue reading Wednesday Words: Sacrifice

“What does this word mean?”  A question that parents, teachers, and/or adults will often times be asked from children seeking to learn the definition of a word.  Defining words is currently a learning process for my children.  They are introduced to new vocabulary words in different subjects.  They each seem to want to understand the meaning as they will ask about … Continue reading Wednesday Words: Love is…

Being someone who enjoys the outdoors (gardening, fishing, hunting), my grandad has sometimes struggled through winter (January/February).  Even though age and health has deterred him from some outdoor adventures, he still finds time to work on a project.  His new project is a tree nursery he started last fall.  The plan is to the plant the trees this … Continue reading Wednesday Words: Seasons of Purpose

Playing Little League Baseball was an enjoyable part of my youth.  Around the age of 11, my team had the opportunity to play in the championship game.  Two days before the game, I began a conversation with my dad about baseball rules.  I asked him one question that proved to be significant within the game.  The question: Can a … Continue reading Wednesday Words: Ask

On December 31st-January 1st I drive my family crazy "making a plan." I process through the highs and lows of the previous year identifying modification to make to my ever changing days. I see the birth of a new year as being an opportunity for a fresh beginning. Some years have obviously been more successful … Continue reading Wednesday Words: Who is Leading…

John chapter 9 recounts the miracle of Jesus healing a man born blind.  After saying this, he spit on the ground, made some mud with the saliva, and put it on the man’s eyes. “Go”, he told him, “wash in the Pool of Siloam”.  So the man went and washed, and came home seeing. John 9:6-7 … Continue reading Wednesday Words: Blindness

The Bible is a collection of 66 books written by 40 different authors over a period 1500 years.  The historical perspective and context of the Bible is important to remember.  Even more significant is understanding that the Bible is God’s Word.   “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness,so that the servant of … Continue reading Wednesday Words: God’s Word

Morning fog is something to behold.  Just right before the sun rises, the fog creates a mystery, an unknown that surrounds the trees, mountains, and valleys.  There is a scenic view within nature to see the fog settled in the valley while the mountains are clear.  In contrast, looking at the foggy mountains from the valley is also … Continue reading Wednesday Words: Clarity

In basketball, the word transition is used when changing from offense to defense and from defense back to offense.  Coaches, players, and basketball commentators will often talk about transition offense and/or defense.  How well a team can manage the sudden change of possession in a basketball game will often times be a direct result of their success.   … Continue reading Wednesday Words: Transition

         Within a community of believers, one can find, build and establish friendships.  Having support and encouragement is vital especially for college students who are away from family and friends they have had most of their life.  BCM seeks to provide opportunities for students to create community where friendships can form and grow.  Obviously, this year is different and … Continue reading Wednesday Words: Faith of Friends

When my children were below the age of 6, Sunday afternoon naps were definitely a scheduled activity in our house.  After a Sunday morning of teaching, preaching, and building relationships with church members, we looked forward to a time of rest after lunch.  The nap event was often scheduled and even circled on the calendar.  Even though those … Continue reading Wednesday Words: Rest

Over the last five years, I have taken an interest in woodworking.  Building different items has been enjoyable and challenging.  I have learned several aspects of woodworking and have remembered different components of the measurement system.  I should have paid more attention in geometry!  Keeping projects square and level is an aspiration.  From a kitchen island, to a few home … Continue reading Wednesday Words: Build

Welcome to the weekly BCM blog! We will be sharing a devotion every Wednesday. We pray that your first day of classes for the 2020 Fall semester and the transition to Morgantown is going well. When you started classes, you may have noticed changes around campus.  As we reflect upon the word change, I would like … Continue reading Wednesday Words: Change