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More Art Than Science

Posted by Rev. Ben Trammell on Oct 20, 2017

Friends, Ever heard the saying that something 'is more art than science'? I always thought it was an interesting turn of phrase. I came across a scientist recently writing about how much this phrase bothers him. I am overly simplifying his argument, but his basic objection was that it was a cop...

Seeing the Signs

Posted by Rev. Ben Trammell on Oct 13, 2017

Dear Friends, The signs are evident. They are showing up in more places. God is at work in and among the people of University. Whether you look at the redesigned Wednesday nights, the joy that radiates down our hallways, or the increasing number of people participating in and being blessed by...

In the Wake of Harvey: Respite from a Long, Hard Road

Posted by Rev. Ben Trammell on Sep 29, 2017

for I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me…-Jesus (Matthew 25:35) Friends, Recovery is a long, hard road. Whether it is grief, addiction, or rebuilding after a tragedy, this long road is far better if we...

Being the Good News

Posted by Rev. Ben Trammell on Sep 22, 2017

Christ redeemed us from that self-defeating, cursed life by absorbing it completely into himself. Do you remember the Scripture that says, “Cursed is everyone who hangs on a tree”? That is what happened when Jesus was nailed to the cross: He became a curse, and at the same time...

Hospitality and Generosity in the Time of Harvey: An Update

Posted by Rev. Ben Trammell on Sep 01, 2017

Love one another with mutual affection; outdo one another in showing honor. Do not lag in zeal, be ardent in spirit, serve the Lord. Rejoice in hope, be patient in suffering, persevere in prayer. Contribute to the needs of the saints; extend hospitality to strangers. Romans...

When Harvey Comes to Town: An Important Update

Posted by Rev. Ben Trammell on Aug 25, 2017

Friends, Thursday I drove to Houston and back. On I-10 and all around Houston, there were signs instructing drivers to fill up their gas tanks because there was a storm brewing in the gulf. We need full tanks to get through the storms that are forming in the gulf, in our world and in our...

We're really excited about Wednesday nights!

Posted by Rev. Ben Trammell on Aug 11, 2017

Friends,   I know the weather doesn’t suggest it, but fall is just around the corner. I am so excited to share the plans we have for Wednesday nights at University. I believe this is a great opportunity for us to grow as a unified community and as followers of Christ. Eating...

Take Courage, Be Not Afraid

Posted by Rev. Ben Trammell on Jul 21, 2017

But Jesus immediately said to them:“Take courage! It is I. Don’t be afraid.”-Matthew 14:27  Friends,         There are few instructions or commands found in scripture that occur anywhere near the frequency of “Do not be...

You Have Been Chosen

Posted by Rev. Ben Trammell on Jul 07, 2017

Friends,                 Maybe it was the trip back to East Texas for the 4th but home has been on my heart. I remember when I was in college the first time standing in my parent’s kitchen that I said that it...

"That's Why We Built the Church"

Posted by Rev. Ben Trammell on Jun 23, 2017

Friends, It is Vacation Bible School week. The building has been filled to the brim with children, students, and adult volunteers. It has been large, loud, and filled with energy. It has been fantastic. There are churches that seldom hear the laughter of children blessing the walls by bouncing...