Greetings and best wishes from Pilgrim Presbyterian Church in Vinita, Oklahoma.
Since Brian Dishman, a son of Pilgrim Church, set up our BLOG I've received numerous messages, a few from strangers, more from "old time friends." It is always good (and encouraging) to get responses (favorable or unfavorable) to our MONDAY MORNING messages.
I had a good laugh reading the following, and I hope it will put a smile on your face, too.
A teenage boy had just gotten his driver's license and asked his Dad if they could discuss the use of the family car. His Dad said he'd make a deal. "You bring your grades from 'C' to 'B' average, study your Bible a little, and get your hair cut, and then we'll talk about the car"
The young man thought for a moment before deciding to go for the offer. After a couple of months, the Dad said "Son, you've brought up your grades and I've been watching you studying your Bible, but I'm a little disappointed that you haven't had your hair cut yet."
The son looked at his Dad and said "You know, Dad, I've been thinking about that. I've noticed in my Bible studies that Samson had long hair, John the Baptist had long hair, and I've seen pictures of Jesus with long hair."
To which the Father replied, "And did you also notice that everywhere they went they walked!"
Humor is an important part of a full life.
Blessings,
Richard
Showing posts with label Humor. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Humor. Show all posts
Monday, September 5, 2011
Monday, August 22, 2011
2011.8.22 Monday Morning!
Top of the morning from Pilgrim Presbyterian Church in Vinita, Oklahoma.
A few weeks ago, I reminded you that the Bible says that laughter is good medicine. Today, I offer you some "good medicine" given me by friends who visit our BLOG.
Tommy Bolt was well known as one of the finest pro-golfers in the 1940's and 50's, and for his red-hot temper.
During one tournament Bolt was joined by a caddy who was known around golf circles for his constant chatter. Bolt would tolerate no chatter from the caddy, ordering him not to speak at all unless Bolt asked him a question. Even then the caddy was told that he could answer only with a 'yes' or 'no'.
On one hole Bolt found himself lying next to a tree. Surveying the situation he asked his caddy, "What do you think? Five iron?" "No," said the caddy. "What do you mean not a five-iron," Bolt snarled. "Watch this shot."
Bolt hit the ball placing it within a few feet of the hole. He then turned to his caddy, handed him the five iron, saying "What do you think about that? Go ahead, you can talk now."
"Mr. Bolt," replied the caddy, "that wasn't your ball."
Keep that smile on your face and you'll feel better.
Richard
Monday, July 25, 2011
2011.7.25 Monday Morning!
Greetings and best wishes from Pilgrim Presbyterian Church in Vinita, Oklahoma.
Have you ever wondered why humor is lacking in our practice of the Christian life? When it comes to our religion, do we take ourselves too seriously. We speak of joy and praise, but when was the last time you heard laughter in a church service?
Are we so conditioned to be formal and proper that we repress humor and laughter while at worship? Why in church is solemnity viewed as a mark of piety and laughter a sign of irreverence?
There are a few Old Testament stories that may cause you to smile, even laugh. If there is any humor in the New Testament it is hidden to the casual reader.
Yet, I am sure that Jesus was not a humorless person. He loved parties, and sour people tend to shun parties. He took children in his arms, and I've never seen a person cuddle a baby or small child without a smile or a tender laugh.
Laughter is good for us. Humor has its way of preserving sanity in times of woe.
Should I laugh at this story, where the guest could well be me?
SUNDAY DINNER
A young couple invited their elderly pastor for Sunday dinner. While they were in the kitchen preparing the meal, the minister asked their son what they were having.
"Goat," the little boy replied.
"Goat?" replied the startled pastor. "Are you sure about that?"
"Yes," said the youngster. "I heard Dad say to Mom, "Today is just as good as any to have the old goat for dinner!"
Blessed are you if you can laugh at yourself; for you shall never ceased to be amused.
Richard
Have you ever wondered why humor is lacking in our practice of the Christian life? When it comes to our religion, do we take ourselves too seriously. We speak of joy and praise, but when was the last time you heard laughter in a church service?
Are we so conditioned to be formal and proper that we repress humor and laughter while at worship? Why in church is solemnity viewed as a mark of piety and laughter a sign of irreverence?
There are a few Old Testament stories that may cause you to smile, even laugh. If there is any humor in the New Testament it is hidden to the casual reader.
Yet, I am sure that Jesus was not a humorless person. He loved parties, and sour people tend to shun parties. He took children in his arms, and I've never seen a person cuddle a baby or small child without a smile or a tender laugh.
Laughter is good for us. Humor has its way of preserving sanity in times of woe.
Should I laugh at this story, where the guest could well be me?
SUNDAY DINNER
A young couple invited their elderly pastor for Sunday dinner. While they were in the kitchen preparing the meal, the minister asked their son what they were having.
"Goat," the little boy replied.
"Goat?" replied the startled pastor. "Are you sure about that?"
"Yes," said the youngster. "I heard Dad say to Mom, "Today is just as good as any to have the old goat for dinner!"
Blessed are you if you can laugh at yourself; for you shall never ceased to be amused.
Richard
Monday, July 18, 2011
2011.7.18 Monday Morning!
Top of the morning and best wishes from Pilgrim Presbyterian Church in Vinita, Oklahoma.
One of my wishes is that you develop a good sense of humor. Laughter is good medicine, the Bible tells us that. Put a sparkle in your eyes, a smile on your face, and be sure to get one good belly laugh daily!
One of my elders, Sarah Bruce gave me a book entitled A Laugh a Day; others have sent me funny stories, and I'm going to share a couple with you today. Watch for more in the weeks ahead.
THE PICNIC
A Jewish Rabbi and a Catholic Priest met at the town's annual 4th of July picnic. Old friends, they began their usual banter. "This baked ham is really delicious," the priest teased the Rabbi. "You really ought to try it. I know it's against your religion, but I can't understand why such a wonderful food should be forbidden. You don't know what you are missing. You just haven't lived until you've tried Mrs. Hall's prized Virginia Baked Ham. Tell me, Rabbi, when are you going to break down and try it?"
The Rabbi looked at the priest with a big grin, and said, "At your wedding!"
THE USHER
An elderly woman walked into the local country church. The friendly usher greeted her at the door and helped her up a flight of steps.
"Where would you like to sit?" he asked politely.
"The front row, please" she answered.
"You really don't want to do that," the usher said. "The pastor is really boring."
"Do you happen to know who I am?" the woman inquired.
"No" he said.
"I'm the pastor's mother," she replied indignantly.
"Do you know who I am?" the usher asked.
"No" she said.
"Good!" he answered.
Blessed are you if you can laugh at yourself;
for you shall never cease to be amused.
Richard
Monday, September 20, 2010
2010.09.20 Monday Morning!
Greetings and best wishes from Pilgrim Presbyterian Church in Vinita, Oklahoma. Since Brian Dishman, a son of Pilgrim Church, set up our blog, I've received numerous messages, a few from strangers, more from "old time friends". It is always good (and encouraging) to get responses (favorable or unfavorable) to our MONDAY MORNING messages.
I had a good laugh reading the following, and I hope it will put a smile on your face too.
A teenage boy had just gotten his driver's license and asked his Dad if they could discuss the use of the family car. His Dad said he'd make a deal.
"You bring your grades from 'C' to 'B' average, study your Bible a little, and get your hair cut, and then we'll talk about the car."
The young man thought for a moment before deciding to go for the offer.
After a couple of months, the Dad said, "Son, you've brought up your grades and I've been watching you studying your Bible, but I'm a little disappointed that you haven't had your hair cut yet."
The son looked at his Dad and said, "You know Dad, I've been thinking about that. I've noticed in my Bible studies that Samson had long hair, John the Baptist had long hair, and I've seen picture of Jesus with long hair."
To which the Father replied, "And did you also notice that everywhere they went they walked!"
Humor is an important part of a full life!
Richard
I had a good laugh reading the following, and I hope it will put a smile on your face too.
A teenage boy had just gotten his driver's license and asked his Dad if they could discuss the use of the family car. His Dad said he'd make a deal.
"You bring your grades from 'C' to 'B' average, study your Bible a little, and get your hair cut, and then we'll talk about the car."
The young man thought for a moment before deciding to go for the offer.
After a couple of months, the Dad said, "Son, you've brought up your grades and I've been watching you studying your Bible, but I'm a little disappointed that you haven't had your hair cut yet."
The son looked at his Dad and said, "You know Dad, I've been thinking about that. I've noticed in my Bible studies that Samson had long hair, John the Baptist had long hair, and I've seen picture of Jesus with long hair."
To which the Father replied, "And did you also notice that everywhere they went they walked!"
Humor is an important part of a full life!
Richard
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