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Together We Can

Core scripture: “Complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of […]

September 8, 2020 0

Lessons From Jeremi

Core scripture: “Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong.  Let all that you do be […]

1 day ago 0

Five Tips For Field Trips

Core scripture: “Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, […]

1 week ago 0

5 Steps to Fight the Good Fight

Core scripture: “Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called […]

2 weeks ago 2

Goodbye Seniors!

3 weeks ago 0

We Won’t Be Shaken

Core scripture: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all […]

4 weeks ago 3

Lessons From Jesus

Core scripture: “We know that Christ, being raised from the dead, will never die again; death no longer has dominion […]

1 month ago 0

Lessons From Kansas Basketball

Core scripture: “I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.” […]

1 month ago 0

The Battle Belongs to You

Core scripture: “The Lord will fight for you, and you have only to be silent.” (Exodus 14:14) Message: Growing up as […]

2 months ago 0

Fourth Quarter Game Plan

Core scripture: “The plans of the diligent lead surely to abundance, but everyone who is hasty comes only to poverty.” […]

2 months ago 0

5 Ways to Keep Your Day

Core scripture: “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in […]

2 months ago 0

Giving Back

Core scripture: “As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied […]

3 months ago 1

To Mask or Not to Mask

Core scripture: “If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all.” (Romans 12:18) Message: Last fall […]

3 months ago 2

Stand Firm

Core scripture: “Do not be surprised, my brothers and sisters, if the world hates you.” (1 John 3:13) Message: It has […]

February 15, 2022 0

Let’s Talk About ADHD

I had this student long ago.  Still remember her name: Kaitlyn.  Kaitlyn was one of those memorable kids.  She was […]

February 8, 2022 0

Follow His Voice

Core scripture: “Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way […]

January 31, 2022 0

10 Commandments for Absent Students

Core scripture: “Give, and you will receive. Your gift will return to you in full—pressed down, shaken together to make […]

January 25, 2022 0

Reel Them Back In

Core scripture: “Therefore we must pay much closer attention to what we have heard, lest we drift away from it.” […]

January 11, 2022 0

Into the Wild of 2022

Core scripture: “See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am […]

December 31, 2021 1

12 Rules of Supervision

Core scripture: “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.” (Colossians 3:23) Message: I am beginning […]

December 14, 2021 0

5 Tips For Substitute Teachers

Core scripture: “Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to […]

December 7, 2021 0

5 Ways to Inject Hope

Core scripture: “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the […]

November 30, 2021 2

Thoughts On Thanksgiving

Core scripture: “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in […]

November 24, 2021 0

Teach Like A Veteran

Core scripture: “There is no greater love than to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” (John 15:13) Message: Silence deadened […]

November 17, 2021 0

Memories

Core scripture: “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” (2 Timothy […]

November 9, 2021 0

Lean On Love

Core scripture: “Let no debt remain outstanding, except the continuing debt to love one another, for whoever loves others has […]

October 26, 2021 0

Killing Jealousy

Core scripture: “A tranquil heart gives life to the flesh, but envy makes the bones rot.” (Proverbs 14:30) Message: My Fellowship […]

October 19, 2021 0

Illuminate the Darkness

Core scripture: “Do all things without grumbling or disputing, that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without […]

October 12, 2021 1

25 Minutes of Bliss

Core scripture: “They worshiped together at the Temple each day, met in homes for the Lord’s Supper, and shared their […]

October 5, 2021 0

Gridiron Greatness

Core scripture: “I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” (Philippians 4:13) Message: I love football.  The strategy.  The unpredictability.  […]

September 28, 2021 0

Conquer Evil With Good

Core scripture: “Instead, ‘If your enemies are hungry, feed them.  If they are thirsty, give them something to drink.  In doing […]

September 21, 2021 1

The Ultimate Sacrifice

Core scripture: “But God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” (Romans […]

September 14, 2021 0

All For His Good

Core scripture: “And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and […]

September 7, 2021 0

Make the Call

Core scripture: “Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing.” (1 Thessalonians 5:11) Message: Quick question […]

August 31, 2021 4

Every Thought Captive

Core scripture: “We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive […]

August 24, 2021 2

Study Your Students

Core scripture: “When Jesus saw him and knew he had been ill for a long time, he asked him, ‘Would you […]

August 18, 2021 0

First Week Advice

Core scripture: “So, as those who have been chosen of God, holy and beloved, put on a heart of compassion, kindness, […]

August 10, 2021 0

Be The Change

Core scripture: “This means that anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person.  The old life is gone; a […]

August 6, 2021 1

Summer Highlights

Core scripture: “So whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.” (1 […]

July 26, 2021 0

Start Your Streak

Core scripture: “For you have need of endurance, so that when you have done the will of God you may receive […]

June 29, 2021 0

Get Out Of Your Comfort Zone

Core scripture: “If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and […]

June 23, 2021 0

Disciples Making Disciples

Core scripture: “And what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men, who will […]

June 9, 2021 0

5 Tips For Summer Vacations

Core scripture: “And whatever you do or say, do it as a representative of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through him […]

June 5, 2021 0

The View From the Mountaintop

Core scripture: “And you shall remember the whole way that the Lord your God has led you these forty years in […]

May 28, 2021 4

12 Amazing Activities to End the School Year

Core scripture: “And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do […]

May 11, 2021 0

Proactive Prayers

Core scripture: “The temptations in your life are no different from what others experience. And God is faithful. He will not […]

May 4, 2021 0

The Impact of FCA

Core scripture: “In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak […]

April 27, 2021 0

We All Make Mistakes

Core scripture: “The reward for humility and fear of the Lord is riches and honor and life.” (Proverbs 22:4) Message: So, I […]

April 21, 2021 0

A Story Worth Sharing

Core scripture: “For I am about to do something new. See, I have already begun! Do you not see it? I […]

April 13, 2021 2

Planning 4th Quarter

Core scripture: “Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, […]

April 6, 2021 0

Follow In His Steps

Core scripture: “For to this you have been called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, so that […]

March 30, 2021 1

Every Minute Matters

Core scripture: “Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because […]

March 23, 2021 0

Honor the Absent

Core scripture: “Like a club or a sword or a sharp arrow is one who gives false testimony against a neighbor.” […]

March 9, 2021 0

Why Worry?

Core scripture: “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be […]

March 2, 2021 0

Surviving Long Weekends

Core scripture: “Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, […]

February 17, 2021 0

Surviving Conferences

Core scripture: “Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, […]

February 9, 2021 0

Be a Marigold

(Much thanks to my good friend Andrea who gave me the idea for this topic today.) Core scripture: “Do not neglect […]

February 2, 2021 0

Pick Up Your Cross

Core scripture: “And he said to all, ‘If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his […]

January 26, 2021 0

Content No Matter What

Core scripture: “Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to […]

January 19, 2021 0

Little Eyes Are Watching

Core scripture: “In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and […]

January 12, 2021 0

Goodbye 2020; Hello 2021!

Core scripture: “For the husband is the head of the wife even as Christ is the head of the church, his […]

December 15, 2020 0

Examine Yourself

Core scripture: “Let us test and examine our ways, and return to the Lord!” (Lamentations 3:40) Message: My 7th graders are taking […]

December 8, 2020 0

Giving Tuesday

Core scripture: “In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak […]

December 1, 2020 0

Relish the Blessings

Core scripture: “The LORD is my strength and shield. I trust him with all my heart. He helps me, and my […]

November 24, 2020 0

Praise the Small Successes

Core scripture: “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is […]

November 17, 2020 0

Behind the Blank Screen

Core scripture: “The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom, and whatever you get, get insight.” (Proverbs 4:7) Message: I […]

November 10, 2020 0

Election Day 2020

Core scripture: “Remind the people to be subject to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready to do whatever […]

November 3, 2020 0

The 3-Circles Gospel

Core scripture: “Instead, you must worship Christ as Lord of your life. And if someone asks about your hope as a […]

October 27, 2020 0

Hopping Into Hybrid

Core scripture: “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing […]

October 20, 2020 0

Celebrating Success

Core scripture: “Don’t use foul or abusive language. Let everything you say be good and helpful, so that your words will […]

October 6, 2020 0

Break It Out!

Core scripture: “After this the Lord appointed seventy-two others and sent them on ahead of him, two by two, into every […]

September 22, 2020 0

Time

Core scripture: “Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, […]

September 15, 2020 0

Expressing Empathy

Core scripture: “Finally, all of you, have unity of mind, sympathy, brotherly love, a tender heart, and a humble mind.” […]

September 1, 2020 0

Uncharted Waters

Core scripture: “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the […]

August 25, 2020 0

Gateways to Better Teaching

Core scripture: “For I am not ashamed of this Good News about Christ. It is the power of God at […]

August 18, 2020 0

Goodbye, Brad

Core scripture: “He will wipe every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or sorrow or […]

July 30, 2020 1

Serving With the Right Heart

Core scripture: “Sitting down, Jesus called the Twelve and said, ‘Anyone who wants to be first must be the very […]

July 28, 2020 0

Only The Beginning

Core scripture: “And what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men, who […]

July 7, 2020 0

God Stories

Core scripture: “Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish […]

June 25, 2020 0

P.R.E.S.S. On

Core scripture: “All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training […]

June 15, 2020 1

Five Scripture for George Floyd

Core scripture: “If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all.” (Romans 12:18) Message: It hurts […]

June 2, 2020 0

Go Out With A Bang!

Core scripture: “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” (2 Timothy […]

May 19, 2020 0

Honk Encouragement

Core scripture: “Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing.” (1 Thessalonians 5:11) Message: […]

May 6, 2020 0

Dear Teaching

Core scripture: “So also you have sorrow now, but I will see you again, and your hearts will rejoice, and […]

April 28, 2020 0

Ten Commandments For Zoom

Core scripture: “And these words that I command you today shall be on your heart.” (Deuteronomy 6:6) Message: The core […]

April 21, 2020 2

10 Ways to Crush Boredom

Core scripture: “Lazy people want much but get little, but those who work hard will prosper.” (Proverbs 13:4) Message: Boredom.  […]

April 15, 2020 0

5 Ways to Connect to Students Without Seeing Them

Core scripture: “And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we […]

April 8, 2020 0

Dear Coronavirus

Core scripture: “Not only that, but we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, […]

March 29, 2020 0

5 Tips For Homeschooling

Core scripture: “Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not […]

March 24, 2020 0

Crushing Fear With Truth

Core scripture: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding.  In all […]

March 17, 2020 0

Fishers of Men

Core scripture: “And he said to them, ‘Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.’” (Matthew 4:19) Message: If someone […]

March 10, 2020 0

Mix It Up

Core scripture: “For everything there is a season, a time for every activity under heaven.” (Ecclesiastes 3:1) Message: The natives are restless.  […]

March 3, 2020 0

Know Thy Sheep

Core scripture: “I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me—just as the Father knows me […]

February 25, 2020 0

Thoughts on President’s Day

Core scripture: “Everyone must submit to governing authorities. For all authority comes from God, and those in positions of authority have […]

February 18, 2020 0

My Story Through Songs

Core scripture: “It has seemed good to me to show the signs and wonders that the Most High God has done […]

February 11, 2020 0

Pass the Baton

Core scripture: “And what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men, who will […]

February 4, 2020 0

A Glass Half Full

Core scripture: “Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as […]

January 28, 2020 0

Three In One

Core scripture: “Great indeed, we confess, is the mystery of godliness: He was manifested in the flesh, vindicated by the Spirit, […]

January 21, 2020 0

Just Roll With It

Core scripture: “I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I […]

January 14, 2020 0

One Word for 2020

Core scripture: “The soul of the sluggard craves and gets nothing, while the soul of the diligent is richly supplied.” […]

January 7, 2020 1

Dealing With the Underdogs

Core scripture: “The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer, my God, my rock, in whom I […]

December 31, 2019 0

Don’t Miss Christmas

Core scripture: “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only son, that whoever believes in him not […]

December 24, 2019 0

Let the Devil Know Not Today

Core scripture: “Dear friends, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as […]

December 17, 2019 0

Life’s Slumps

(I myself am going through a bit of a slump right now.  Inspiration for writing is hard to come by.  […]

December 10, 2019 0

Survival Mode

Core scripture: “Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” […]

December 3, 2019 0

Time To Keep Your Cool

Core scripture: “A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.” (Proverbs 15:1) Message: I dreaded […]

November 28, 2019 0

How’s Your Quiet Time?

Core scripture: “He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty.” (Psalm […]

November 19, 2019 2

5 Ways to Live Out Your Faith At Work

Core scripture: “I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. […]

November 12, 2019 0

Teaching Bell to Bell

Core scripture: “Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, […]

November 5, 2019 0

Notice the Unnoticeable

Core scripture: “Do not withhold good from those who deserve it when it’s in your power to help them.” (Proverbs 3:27) […]

October 29, 2019 0

The Dangers of Comparison

Core scripture: “Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to […]

October 22, 2019 0

Life Lessons That Stick

Core scripture: “Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart […]

October 15, 2019 0

Strive For Perfection

Core scripture: “You therefore must be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect.” (Matthew 5:48) Message: Teacher confession … I am a […]

October 8, 2019 0

Time Management

Core scripture: “So teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom.” (Psalm 90:1-12). Message: Oh, if […]

September 24, 2019 0

Claim Your Campus 2020

Core scripture: “If you abide in me, and my words abide in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be […]

September 17, 2019 0

What Would You Do?

John Quinones Core scripture: “Take my instruction instead of silver, and knowledge rather than choice gold, for wisdom is better […]

September 10, 2019 1

Let the Games Begin!

Core scripture: “Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? […]

September 3, 2019 2

Rockin’ Relationships

Core scripture: “A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you […]

August 27, 2019 0

Press On

Core scripture: “I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.” […]

August 20, 2019 0

Prayer Walk 101

Core scripture: “The eyes of the LORD are on the righteous and his ears are attentive to their cry.” (Psalm […]

August 14, 2019 1

Be An Inservice Ninja

Core scripture: “Show proper respect to everyone, love the family of believers, fear God, honor the emperor.” (1 Peter 2:17)  Message: You […]

August 13, 2019 0

From Tragedy to Triumph

Core scripture: “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have […]

August 8, 2019 1

The Power of Music

Core scripture: “I will sing to the Lord as long as I live; I will sing praise to my God while […]

July 23, 2019 0

Serving Selflessly

Core scripture: “Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others.” (Philippians […]

July 17, 2019 0

Ten Secrets of Witnessing

Core scripture: “And he said to them, ‘Go into all the world and proclaim the gospel to the whole creation. […]

July 12, 2019 0

20 Ways to Live Purposefully This Summer

Core scripture: “LORD, remind me how brief my time on earth will be. Remind me that my days are numbered— how […]

July 5, 2019 0

CYOKAMO 2019: Spoiler Alert … Jesus Wins!

Core scripture: “Yours, O Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the victory and the majesty, for […]

June 27, 2019 1

Thoughts on Father’s Day 2019

Core scripture: “As a father shows compassion to his children, so the Lord shows compassion to those who fear him.” […]

June 12, 2019 0

God Is So Not Done!

Core scripture: “Open my eyes that I may see wonderful things in your law.” (Psalm 119:18) Message: I was one of […]

June 4, 2019 1

Reflecting on 2018-2019

Core scripture: “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” (2 Timothy 4:7) […]

May 28, 2019 0

The Big Hairy Bear

Core scripture: “For I do not understand my own actions. For I do not do what I want, but I do […]

May 21, 2019 2

5 Ways to Finish the School Year Strong

Core scripture: “But as for you, be strong and do not give up, for your works will be rewarded.” (2 Chronicles […]

May 14, 2019 0

Never Doubt His Power

Core scripture: “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might.” (Ephesians 6:10) Message: The rain pelted […]

May 7, 2019 0

Overcoming the Blame Game

Core scripture: “Why do you see the speck that is in your brother’s eye, but do not notice the log that […]

April 30, 2019 0

Pass the Torch

Core scripture: “As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace: […]

April 22, 2019 1

10 Ways to Resurrect Your Classroom

Core scripture: “If the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, he who raised Christ […]

April 14, 2019 1

Just Do It

Core scripture: “How, then, can they call on the one they have not believed in? And how can they believe in […]

April 9, 2019 0

Make Some Memories

Core scripture: “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens … a time to […]

April 2, 2019 0

March Madness

Core scripture: “Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, […]

March 26, 2019 0

Tornado Season

Core scripture: “Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as […]

March 19, 2019 0

10 Ways to Find Rest Over Spring Break

Core scripture: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.  Take my yoke […]

March 12, 2019 0

Seating Chart Success

Core scripture: “If a house is divided against itself, that house cannot stand.” (Mark 3:25) Message: Do you ever feel like […]

March 5, 2019 0

Sharing the Bread of Life

Core scripture: “‘But he said to them, ‘I have food to eat that you know nothing about.’” (John 4:32) Message: My […]

February 26, 2019 0

Surviving 3rd Quarter

Core scripture: “Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.” (Romans 12:12) Message: The rhythm to 3rd quarter […]

February 19, 2019 0

50 Thoughts on Love for Valentine’s Day

Core scripture: “We love because he first loved us.” (1 John 4:9) Message: Valentine’s Day is fast approaching.  This begs […]

February 10, 2019 0

Give Him Control

Core scripture: “But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he will teach you all […]

February 5, 2019 0

Embracing Grace

Core scripture: “Come now, let us reason together, says the Lord: though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as […]

January 29, 2019 1

Planting Seeds

Core scripture: “I planted, Apollos watered, but God gave the growth.  So neither he who plants nor he who waters is […]

January 21, 2019 1

Be a Difference Maker

Core scripture: “Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart […]

January 15, 2019 0

Choosing the Right Frame for 2019

Core scripture: “Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what […]

January 8, 2019 1

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