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A Pastor’s Perspective 01-18-2022
As I have grown in my faith, I’ve been drawn more and more to the Old Testament. I hope to write my dissertation on Ezra-Nehemiah and thoroughly enjoyed studying for my Judges class on Wednesday evenings. Matt Chandler once pointed out that these books take us “to the deep-end of our faith.” These books force […]
Take It With You 01.16.2022
As the first century church begins to grow, the Apostles are handling the business of the church, which includes prayer, spreading the Word of God and taking care of those in need. Exponential growth brings new problems, like who is to help with the many needs of those in the community of Believers, both spiritual […]
A Pastor’s Perspective 01-11-2022
When I had my first interview with David Crocker back in 1995 for the Minister of Youth, David asked me, “What is the best way to disciple youth?” I remember saying that there were several ways, but the best way was through missions. We connected with that, as Snyder had just done their first Operation […]
Take It With You 01.09.2022
“Do not be amazed; you are looking for Jesus the Nazarene, who has been crucified. He has risen; He is not here” Certain modern writers of history have fallen into a habit of thinking of Christianity as one in a long line of religions, each ultimately doing the same thing: looking for God. What they […]
A Pastor’s Perspective 01-04-2022
I’ve used a chronological Bible for daily devotions this year and as 2021 comes to an end, I’m in Revelation. I’ll freely admit it’s not my favorite book. The seals, creatures, beasts, plagues, earthquakes and falling stars make for tough reading. Speaking of plagues, I’d heard about plagues in other parts of the world, but […]
Take It With You 01.02.2022
For every yes there is a cost. When we say yes to a new job we take a risk that it won’t be the right move. When we agree to teach Sunday School we have the cost of time in preparation, outreach and attendance. Saying yes can mean our children are in the nursery for […]
Take It With You 12.26.2021
There is a part of the Dr. Seuss book “Oh the Places You’ll Go” called the Waiting Place, where everyone is just waiting. Waiting for a train to go, or a bus to come, or a plane to go, or the mail to come, or the rain to go, or the phone to ring, and […]
A Pastor’s Perspective 12-21-2021
One of the many ministries making Snyder Memorial Baptist Church unique is the Music Academy. Under the direction of Joy Cogswell, the Music Academy has enjoyed twenty years of successful music education in a Christian setting. The students who have passed through the doors of each teaching studio over the years have been forever gifted […]
Take It With You 12.19.2021
Christmas Prayer for Perfect Love Elohim, Creator of all ~ You made us and delight in showing us Your earthly gifts ~ the crisp winter chill, the perfectly blue sky, a colorful pansy, sincere laughter and honest tears, heartfelt words and careful remembrance. We long to feel Your presence and to hear Your affirmations and […]
A Pastor’s Perspective 12-14-2021
Snyder has enjoyed 42 years of presenting the Singing Christmas Tree [SCT]. Even in 2020, during the height of a global pandemic, we were able to offer a special time of worship and share the Gospel message through a pre-recorded video project. We learned many things from that experience and we had a renewed sense […]