The first was a letter to the congregation for Christmas 1987 on giving based on what Isaiah who said the Spirit of The Lord is in those who are urgent in their helpfulness to those in need.  The essay "Humanness and Godliness Go Together" Fall 1987, considered the human trait Jesus had, what was his sense of humor? The second essay "When You've Got a Good Model" May 1988 is about when you have a good model to follow you can be successful whether it is carving a wooden waterfowl or creating / living your life.  Having a good model helps you be successful.

These readings are taken from the book "The Holy Ground of Honey Creek: Reflections of a Small-Town Pastor" written by Rev. I. Dean Jordan.  This is a collection of essays, sermons and liturgy written and preached by Rev. Jordan during his ministry from 1950 to 1988.