Author: lhneal

“The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” John 1:5 Several days in September reminded Memphis and the world that evil does exist. We were distraught, scared, fearful, sad, and angry. We questioned God. We wanted answers. We still want answers. We wondered if life could be normal again. We… Continue reading Lights in the darkness

“Submit yourselves for the Lord’s sake to every human authority: whether to the emperor, as the supreme authority, or to governors, who are sent by him to punish those who do wrong and to commend those who do right. For it is God’s will that by doing good you should silence the ignorant talk of… Continue reading Live as God’s Slaves

Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital has served Memphis since 1952. Le Bonheur means “happiness” in French. The following historical information was taken from the Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital website. “Le Bonheur’s charitable roots date back to 1923, when a group of women began making clothes for underprivileged children living at Leath Orphanage in Memphis. As Le… Continue reading Happiness

“Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all the earth: make a loud noise, and rejoice, and sing praise.” Psalm 98:4 I hear it in my children. I remember doing it myself and occasionally think I’m in harmony. Songs don’t come out silently; they burst forth. It is a gift to be skilled in music… Continue reading Joyful Noise

Do you see a man skillful in his work? He will stand before kings; he will not stand before obscure men. Proverbs 22:29 ESV “Luck equals opportunity plus preparation.” It’s easy to see someone on top and think they came out of nowhere. What we don’t know is the time that person put in to… Continue reading Serving before kings