David Lillard

Do you think Lazarus knew he would die? Or then be raised from the dead by Jesus? Do you think Jesus told Lazarus what was… Read More »Lazarus

Jesus asked himself a rhetorical question at the end of his parable about the unjust judge in Luke 18, “And yet, when the Son of… Read More »Prayer, Hope, & A Parable

The holidays can be the most wonderful time of the year; and the most hectic, and the most frustrating, and the most depressing for those… Read More »God’s Plan, God’s Peace

When individuals agree to serve the Lord in an official capacity by serving as leaders in a local congregation, what becomes their reward?  I can… Read More »Deacons: Servant Leaders

While we eagerly await the installation of additional leadership, scheduled for our morning service on November 17, we will take a month to focus on… Read More »Feed My Sheep

As we prayerfully consider additional leaders for our congregation, we must be mindful of scriptural qualifications.  There are several passages of scripture which help define… Read More »Biblical Leadership Qualifications

Before someone agrees to a leadership position in an organization, they should know the expectations of upper management.  While it is easy to say, “Jesus… Read More »Biblical Leadership Roles

I read an article the other day which focused on the qualities of leadership in the Scriptures.  The author made a point of emphasizing church… Read More »Biblical Leadership

Most of you probably did not know it, but Cale Carson and I made plans to attend the Texas Normal Singing School in Abilene this… Read More »The Best Laid Plans

Have you ever heard of the old expression, “Putting the cart before the horse?” I know, it’s a lost euphemism these days, now that almost… Read More »Carts & Horses