Scott’s Blog

When we talk of a man doing anything for God or giving anything to God, I will tell you what it is really like. It is like a small child going to his father and saying, “Daddy, give me sixpence to buy you a birthday present.” Of course, the father does, and he is pleased [...]

I had the honor of giving the 2010 Convocation Address this year at Bethel University in McKenzie, TN.  It was so nice to experience such a warm reception and visit with staff, faculty, and students.  I haven’t been on campus in a few years; I was amazed at the growth they’ve had recently.  The text [...]

I got notice today that my thesis has passed final approval. I graduate in June. See more progress on: Get a PhD

I’ve finished listening to over 16,000 mp3s – Aaron Neville to ZZ Top. It took about a year. See more progress on: Listen to all of my mp3s

I’m up to Was (Not Was). Only 270 left to go so I hope to finish all of my tracks by the end of the week. See more progress on: Listen to all of my mp3s

I found this article showing the similarities of switching music styles to operating systems.  Not perfectly analogous but a fun read.

I’m knee deep into my u2 collection with less than a 1,000 tracks to go. See more progress on: Listen to all of my mp3s

As part of getting to know the congregation I’m now serving I’ve been reading about its history, including looking through old minutes.  As the Church in the county seat we’ve absorbed the membership of smaller congregations that have closed in the past.  One such congregation was the Presbyterian Church in Centre – a town I [...]

I’m up to the Ramones in my Whole Collection marathon. I’ve also culled some of the clunkers from the playlist so I’m down to 2,641 tracks left to play. See more progress on: Listen to all of my mp3s

I’m up to the Cure in my listen to all my mp3 marathon. 3728 songs left to go. See more progress on: Listen to all of my mp3s