Science Says
Remember playing “Simon Says” as a kid? If the lead prefaces a command with “Simon says” then you have to do it. If not, and you do...
Mike's Memo
Mike's Memo is a devotional produced by Assistant Minister, Mike Heisler. It is originally posted on Instagram and Facebook. Like, share, and make sure you check back for new editions of Mike's Memo!
Forgiving Jesus
Sometimes I get ideas from my readings or experiences. Something maybe that God is doing in my life or the life of others around me. Today...
The Lamp
Psalm 119 is full of references to the significance of God’s law, word, commandments and testimonies. Psalm 119:105, “Thy word is a...
CS Lewis on Covid-19
Perhaps this is what CS Lewis would have written about the pandemic. Think Covid as you read bomb. The following is from C. S. Lewis. It...
Disciple Who?
I failed. There I got that out. Now to explain. Our mission statement is “To Be Disciples and to Make Disciples”. A disciple is more...
Good News
An interesting morning. I felt restless and got up early. Got some coffee and headed to my “sanctuary”. Having an unused room is one of...
My Ignorance
In the 2014 movie “Captain America, the Winter Soldier”, a police car pulls up next to Nick Fury in his big black SUV. When they stare...
Desired Things
True godliness with contentment is itself great wealth. . . . But people who long to be rich fall into temptation and are trapped by many...
Evangelicals, Trump and the Election
Okay, I watched part of the first “debate” last night. Seriously, how embarrassing. I’ve seen more reasoned discussion on sports talk...
Choosing Life
I’ve had a hard time getting my ideas down to manageable memos lately. I’ve been wanting to get something out ASAP. The Derek Prince...
Trees
Marsha and I often walk on trails in wooded areas. Here is a typical conversation. Marsha: “Isn’t this beautiful!” Mike:...
Fortress of Steadfast Love
These past two months I feel like I’m hiding in a fortress. We are confined to our homes, protecting ourselves and others from an...
The L-Word, Liturgy
Maybe that word doesn’t strike fear in your heart. I’m told there are some people that are quite fond of liturgies. I am reminded of an...
Lizards, Crows, and Slugs
This might seem a little strange. I want to talk about animals. I was struck this week while reading the February 15th edition of World...
Quiet, God’s Talking
Back on January 19th Pastor Ward spoke about Walking in the Spirit, the Way to Peace of Mind He encouraged us to get away, turn off the...
What’s The Point?
So why am I even writing a “Mike’s Memo” in the first place? I don’t have anything interesting to share. I’m not smarter or more...
Gardening and Harvesting
I became a Christian in the late 70’s as a Junior at Cornell. Christianity was still an accepted part of the culture. Maybe we were in...
In Sight Of a New Year
The Vineyard has been blessed by a new column this year. Mike’s Memo is a devotional produced by Vineyard Leader, Mike Heisler. Like,...