Allen Jones

Author's posts

Saying Goodbye

Last Saturday we said, “goodbye” to my Uncle’s wife. She was 93 years old. She was part of the “Greatest Generation.” This generation knew hard work and they were guided by a moral compass directed by God. I watched friends & family file in the funeral home to offer my aunt’s children, grand- children, and …

Continue reading

Will you be back?

“Will you be back?” was the question I was asked at least once a week on Saturday mornings in 2012. That year I was given the opportunity to volunteer at the Barren County Detention Center and teach classes to individuals who were incarcerated. Originally, I set up a pro- gram to test a social/emotional intervention …

Continue reading

No “I” in TEAM

Paul tells Christians in Ephesians 4:15 Jesus Christ is the Standard, the Head, the One we should emulate! Christians should always remember our example demonstrates our commitment to Christ. As we work and labor to expand the borders of God’s Kingdom, we sometimes become weary, frustrated, and discontented. Paul states we are to grow up …

Continue reading

Finding Time

We are blessed to have 168 hours in a week. We know during that span of time many jobs, chores, and hurdles require our attention. We know that Matthew 6:33 tells us to “seek first the kingdom of God.” We know the benefit of studying God’s word and how we are strengthened spiritually & emotionally …

Continue reading

Freedom

Grilling out, spending time with friends & family, and watching fireworks is how most of us will spend this weekend as we celebrate Independence Day as a nation. We know with independence comes freedom. Christians understand with freedom comes responsibilities. Like you, I have always counted myself as a proud American. I am appreciative of …

Continue reading