The Log Cabin

Since the dawn of civilization, humankind has given high priority towards the commemoration of special occasions. Throughout every year, we too pause to celebrate special occasions, holidays, birthdays, anniversaries, and special family events.It seems that as a people we are instinctively driven to honor the significant moments in our lives. On our Podcast we discuss why it's important to commemorate occasions. 

5 Reasons Why it's Important to Commemorate Special Occasions.
Project Happiness: Seline Shenoy, 2020.

Quote
Brene Brown 

Piano 
"There is a Fountain" arr by Phillip Keveren

Rev. Raymond G. Coffman
Podcast Host

Zachary Smith
Pianist 

Audio Engineer 
Clark Coffman

Log Cabin Community Church
Vinings GA

When Jesus was asked what was the greatest commandment of all, he shared two! Loving God and loving your neighbor. So who is your neighbor though? And what if we don't exactly see eye-to-eye? On this week's Podcast we look at loving our neighbors even when they are not just like us.

Poem: Love Thy Neighbor
Kenn Allan 

Piano: "Come Thou Almighty King"
Arr. Cindy Berry 

Rev. Raymond G. Coffman
Podcast Host

Zachary Smith
Pianist 

Audio Engineer 
Clark Coffman

Log Cabin Community Church
Vinings GA

This week a member of our church texted me a pic of a huge sunflower! It made me smile and it made me think. Did you know sunflowers are considered a spiritual flower? On our Podcast we look at the spiritual meaning of sunflowers. This flower is a symbol of light in a world that often seems too dark. 

Piano: "Praise to the Lord, the Almighty" 
Arr. John Carter

Rev. Raymond G. Coffman
Podcast Host

Zachary Smith
Pianist 

Audio Engineer 
Clark Coffman

Log Cabin Community Church
Vinings GA

Do you tend to see the positive, even in trying situations? Or do you immediately assume the worst and focus on the negative? When it comes to how we view the world, most of us fall into one of two categories: optimist or pessimist. On this week's podcast we discuss spiritual optimism and remind ourselves that God is always providing and protecting us.

A Christian Understanding of Optimism
Andrew Engstrom --Bellevue Christian Counseling 

Piano: "Great Is Thy Faithfulness" 
Arr. Larry Shackley

Rev. Raymond G. Coffman
Podcast Host

Zachary Smith
Pianist 

Audio Engineer 
Clark Coffman

Log Cabin Community Church
Vinings GA

This week we discuss American Politics....no way! We do however discuss how currents events (like politics) and situations in our lives can produce anxiety. We look at four steps to help us cope and two scriptures texts to inspire us to live with peace. 

Very Well Mind
Simple Steps to Help You Cope with Anxiety.
Kathrina Star PhD

Serenity Prayer
Reinhold Niebuhr 

Piano: "Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing" 
Arr. Mark Hayes

Rev. Raymond G. Coffman
Pastor

Zachary Smith
Music Director

Audio Engineer 
Clark Coffman

Log Cabin Community Church
Vinings GA

The pressures of life can sometimes feel overwhelming and exhausting. As we take a breath, our hearts can shift from optimism towards hope.

Scripture: Jeremiah 29: 11, 12

Finding Hope
Christine Jurisich 
Retreat, Reflect, Renew May 2 2020 

Piano: "How Firm a Foundation" 
Arr. Roger Summers

Rev. Raymond G. Coffman
Pastor

Zachary Smith
Music Director

Audio Engineer 
Clark Coffman

Log Cabin Community Church
Vinings GA

Someone once said never cruse anything because it is small. On this week's podcast we look at the parable of the mustard seed. How can we incorporate small acts of kindness in our lives to bring joy and spread the gospel message of good news! 


Scripture: Matthew 13: 31, 32

Poem: Drop a Pebble
James W. Foley

Piano: 'The Land of Rest" 
Arr. Joseph Martin

Rev. Raymond G. Coffman
Pastor

Zachary Smith
Music Director

Audio Engineer 
Clark Coffman

Log Cabin Community Church
Vinings GA

How can we create something of meaning and beauty out of our human brokenness?
On this week's podcast we discuss how we can use accept our imperfections and open our lives to the hand of God.

The Holy Work of Collage
Gretchen E. Ziegenhals
Faith and Leadership

Rev. Raymond G. Coffman
Pastor

Zachary Smith
Music Director

Piano: 'Morning has Broken'
Arr. Mark Hayes

Audio Engineer 
Clark Coffman

Log Cabin Community Church
Vinings GA

It is comforting to know that when difficult circumstances come our way they have a beginning and thankfully an ending. Today we look at the Genesis passage and the words, "In the beginning, God." We remind ourselves that God has been walking on life's journey with us since the very beginning.

Documentary: When We Left Earth
June 2008
Discovery Channel

Poem: Endings and Beginnings
Edna Champion 

Rev. Raymond G. Coffman
Pastor

Zachary Smith
Music Director

Piano: 'A Mighty Fortress Is Our God'
Arr. Mark Hayes

Audio Engineer 
Clark Coffman

Log Cabin Community Church
Vinings GA

Finding the courage to face our fears makes us stronger and happier in life. We discuss three ways to face fear and move forward. We look at the words of the prophet Isaiah who gives us a commandment, "Stay strong, do not fear!" 


Fear and Front Line, Susan L. Murray, M.B., B.A.O
The New England Journal of Medicine, May 7 2020

How a Scriptural Imagination can help Christians Face Fear
Ken Carter
Faith and Leadership, July 7 2020

3 Ways to Face Fears with Courage, Jim Rohn
Success, April 30 2017

Piano: Revive us again
Arr. Mark Hayes
Zachary Smith

Rev. Raymond G. Coffman
Pastor

Zachary Smith
Music Director

Audio Engineer 
Clark Coffman