Sitting in the woods with my children is always an enjoyable time. My nine and ten year old have ventured with me on several different occasions. They enjoy sitting, watching, and sharing stories. Taking food and snacks are also highlights. It is the time together and the experience that is enjoyable. The time spent with … Continue reading Wednesday Words: Perseverance
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Keeping our dog out of the kitchen when the children sometimes share their snack is a never ending battle. Fighting that battle is frustrating. We are currently operating only one vehicle due to some needed car repairs that were unexpected. The situation is inconvenient and provides some frustration. Frustration is everywhere. People are frustrated because … Continue reading Wednesday Words: Frustration
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
Recently I have been asking folks what they are looking forward to or what they are excited about. The answers have not come easily to folks, as this year has created cancelations, postponements, and rescheduled events and activities. It has been tough to get excited because we have experienced so much disappointment. For me, this time of … Continue reading Wednesday Words: Forward
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
