Recently I filled out and mailed in our 2020 Census. This reminded me of a story in the Old Testament: “Satan rose up against Israel and incited David to take a census of Israel” Is that so wrong? Oh no! Have I done something wrong completing my census? What is...

Hey everyone!  Confession:  I have tried to sit down and record a video at least three times this week.  Each time I have come up short. I know this is because I have not been prioritizing my personal devotional time.  Therefore, today I offer you a prayer I am praying...

Psalm 46 Be Still    We have been asked by the government to do nothing for a little while.  I have heard the slogan: “When you do nothing you are doing something” But doing nothing can be hard!  I once took a year long sabbatical that at first was wonderful,...

Psalm 13 –  Find a quiet moment and read this Psalm aloud.   “How Long?” is a common cry in the Psalms.  We, too, find ourselves wondering how long we will be dealing with this pandemic.  I, like the Psalmist, have deep sorrow in my heart and pain in my soul as I...

This February, one of Johns Creek UMC’s own recreational basketball teams received a unique opportunity. Team Liberty, made up of 5th and 6th grade girls, attended the Atlanta Hawks Youth Classic, organized by the Atlanta Hawks Basketball Academy. “What an amazing opportunity for our girls!” exclaimed coach Leah Reynolds. “The...

By Brian Durham Church Member When you hear the word Stewardship what comes to mind for you? Stewardship is much more than sitting down and praying over our finances and asking God to direct us on how to use them. It is managing our life and all the resources that...