Monthly Meditations with Dr. Michael L. Hargett, Sr.

1 Corinthians 15:58: 58Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord. I was talking with my sister Angela from New Jersey last week and she shared a testimony with me. She was telling she was gaining a greater understanding of living with Christ. A young man who cuts her grass did not have the proper tools and lawn mower. Having these things would probably increase his business. She spotted a very good mower on sale for a $100.00 so she got it for him. After giving it to him, he began to call her and ask “Is there anything else I can do for you?” My sister was so proud to see her seeding in this young man grow. Perhaps she set him on the path to building what can become a multi-million dollar business. Nonetheless, she met a physical need and the young man is better off for it. But as a Pastor I also wanted her not to miss the ministry with this

I would be lost this morning without giving God thanks for the many blessings that he has bestowed upon me. Thank you to all of you that were able to attend my retirement from the Navy. Words cannot do justice to the depth of my gratitude for making such a monumental effort just to see me say goodbye to the Navy. God continues to bless me, as on Last Friday I had the opportunity to begin a new chapter in my life. Yes, this was a day that the Lord has made, I rejoiced and was glad in it. The word says that no eyes have seen no ears have heard what God has for those who love him. Seasons come and go, yet God’s presence is forever faithful. No moment from the past can cloud the vision that God has for us right now. With God all things are possible and we must trust in God to guide us into a new beginnings. And Yes, even after the Navy. I must first share our dreams and goals with God in prayer, and then led by his divine wisdom. This is why I center myself in the presence

Isaiah 46:3-4 Listen to me...you whom I have upheld since you were conceived, and have carried since your birth. Even to your old age and gray hairs I am he, I am he will sustain you. I have made you and I will carry you I found this illustration for Father’s Day. It is the story of Derek Redmond, a star runner in the 1992 Olympics. Derek was competing for the medal in the 400 meter race. Less than half-way through, he ripped a hamstring muscle and fell to the ground in agony. While the rest of the runners moved past him, Derek managed to get to his feet and began struggling to move forward. Then something caught the attention of the television cameras. Jim, his father, ran past security and onto the race track. At first Derek shrugged him away, saying, "I'm going to finish the race." Jim said to his son, "We've started everything together. We'll finish this together." He put his arm around his son and held him as they crossed the finish line together. T

“ON LEVEL GROUND” MONDAY, MAY 04, 2009 Psalm 27:11 "Teach me your way, O Lord, and lead me on a level path." Ever fell like life is just an up hill battle? Do you feel like you are always climbing and clawing your way up to where you want to be? Perhaps you should take a moment and allow God to get you there. Allow God to teach you His way through His word. God teaches us to be more in his light through his word. It levels the hills and valleys. Better yet! It levels the playing field. Understanding God’s word gives you an inner strength and confidence that gives strength in the face of adversity. You will continue to face challenges but the in a different light! God will lead you on a level path in every aspect of your life. In your finances, in your relationships, in your employment, in your prayer life… Everything! How does one study God’s word? I always encourage people to read Matthew and John in the New Testament first. It puts things in pr

“STANDING IN LINE AT WAL-MART” MONDAY, APRIL 27, 2009 Hebrews 10:23-25 23 Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;) 24 And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works: 25 Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching. The other day while standing in line at Wal-Mart God sent me a message through three cashiers. I was in line waiting to pay for my order and observed them engaged in a casual conversation. Cashier A invited Cashiers B and C out to a comedy club on a Sunday evening. This is what they said… Cashier A: “Hey, I have some passes to a Comedy Club on Sunday evening do you all want to join me?” Cashier B: “I am off that day!” Cashier C: “Oh I can’t go… You guys will be drinking.” Cashier B: “You do not have to drink! We will not be drinking.” Cashier A: “You ca