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John Ed Mathison
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In each episode of “Got a Minute,” retired Methodist minister John Ed Mathison will share a small piece of wisdom to help you through your day.
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Profane Parrot
In contrast, I wish that we could make our homes a place where there is no profanity, but in its place words of encouragement, affirmation, and conversation about God’s plan and purpose for each individual’s life.
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Today
Profane Parrot
In contrast, I wish that we could make our homes a place where there is no profanity, but in its place words of encouragement, affirmation, and conversation about God’s plan and purpose for each individual’s life.
Yesterday
Necessity of Life
How are you spending your time, energy, and money? How many 24 cent-items do you have in your life that you need to leave behind and move on to something more valuable?
2d ago
Dishonesty
Honesty and integrity are always the biggest payoff when something we do is in question. You don’t have to post on social media your wrongdoing—many people already see it, and certainly God does.
3d ago
“My own child saved my own parent”
We all need each other. We need to learn to be dependable for others and dependent on others. Be prepared for any event—life doesn’t send an email indicating when it might come.
4d ago
Poseidon Statue
Any city or nation that acknowledges and places the God of the Bible first will always have the answers to overcome any problems.
1w ago
Street Addresses
What’s more important to you—perception of being a unique neighborhood or helping reduce the response time of people who are coming to help?
Sep 12 2024
The Walls of Life
People are looking at what is hanging on the walls of your life. Let what they see be challenging and convicting and a positive witness for Him who created your life and the walls of your life.
Sep 11 2024
Extreme Sacrifices
Paul wrote, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. (Philippians 4:13) What are you willing to overcome today in order to follow God’s purpose for your life?
Sep 10 2024
"Heroic Patriotism"
Let’s thank God every day for our great American heroes who showed us how to pursue liberty in our nation. Let’s each of us set the bar high every day.
Sep 9 2024
Hitting Your Target
Hitting a helicopter will never count as a hole-in-one. Be sure you hit God’s important target.
Sep 6 2024
Swimming in the Seine
If you are not sure, stay out of the water. You will know in the future who is correct.
Sep 5 2024
“Christian Voters for Christ”
My candidate for leadership for America is Christ. He can lead us where we need to be. I know Christ is not going to change teams and I pray that we Christians will always be Christians.
Sep 4 2024
Debt
We know how to get out of debt. Are we willing to do it individually and as a nation?
Sep 3 2024
“England Euro 2024 Winners”
Jesus will ultimately win. I don’t advocate tattoos, but you can bet your life on who’s going to win in the future.
Sep 2 2024
Dylan Raiola
When you want to be like somebody, it’s not best to try to look like them physically but imitate them in terms of character and talent. Performance outshines anything else.
Aug 30 2024
1200 Year Old Vase
The most valuable gift ever is the gift of life and God’s grace. You don’t get it accidentally, but you don’t try to profit from it, but rather use it the way God intended your life to be. That will bring the most value to your life.
Aug 29 2024
Human Condition in History
We need to discern what principles are consistent with God’s will for people today and put them into practice.
Aug 28 2024
“Justice-Impacted Individuals”
Laws can be helpful, but we have an opportunity to be engaged in ministry that changes the lives of all people. What if every Christian took that seriously?
Aug 27 2024
Helping Someone in Need
What are you willing to do for somebody in need today—regardless of whether or not somebody would do the same for you? Always be ready to help.
Aug 26 2024
"Deleted" Messages
Don’t trust technology—if you confess your sin, God forgives and forgets and what He remembers is more important than what technology and human efforts can ever accomplish.