In my notes for last Sunday’s sermon, I simply had this phrase written for my intro: “We all feel like quitting every now and again…” No further explanation was provided in my notes, in large part because I didn’t need much elaboration to provide my explanation. While each of us may have experienced this feeling in different ways, we’ve all been there in one way or another. The old saying tells...
Rare is the moment when I struggle to find words. It’s not often that I actively avoid engaging in dialogue about just about anything. I’m not one to shy away from difficult discussions or unpopular truths. But, in this cultural moment, I am both struggling to find the words and have a deep desire to avoid addressing the issues. The continued stream of school shootings coupled with the...
Last week, as I was studying for Sunday’s sermon, I stumbled upon something interesting. I learned that our English words jealous and zealous come from the same Greek word. If you think about it, there is a very fine line between the two concepts. When someone is zealous, they are passionate in the pursuit of a cause or objective. When someone is jealous, that passion is replaced with envy over...
An old song played on our local radio station earlier this week that really got me thinking. The song is Unanswered Prayers by country music legend Garth Brooks. In particular, I have been reflecting on the chorus. In it, Brooks sings: Sometimes, I thank God, for unanswered prayers Remember when you’re talkin’ to the man upstairs That just because He may not answer, doesn’t mean He don’t care...
Jeremy Myers is the Lead Pastor of First Baptist Church of Seymour, Indiana, where he has served since 2017. He has over 25 years of experience in local church ministry and not-for-profit leadership. He has a passion for helping emerging and existing generations learn to make space for each other and caring for the under-served and marginalized. In 2016, he earned his Doctor of Ministry degree from Palmer Theological Seminary, with his thesis focusing on developing connections between senior adults and youth in the church. He is a passionate and gifted communicator and is regularly invited to speak at retreats, camps, conferences, and other events. He lives in Seymour, Indiana with his wife Robyn, their two children, Mikayla and JJ, and their Golden Doodle, Evie.
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