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Haynie Chapel UMC, 16309 Greenwood Drive, Del Valle, TX (2026)

09/05/2026

Come Worship With Us This Sunday!

We’ve got something new at Haynie Chapel—and you can’t miss it when you pull in! 😊

Our parking lot has been newly paved!

So come on out, park on our brand-new pavement, and then come inside for worship, fellowship, and a warm welcome.

Sunday School — 10:00 AM
Worship — 11:00 AM

Whether you’ve been coming for years, haven’t been in a while, or you’re looking for a church to call home, there’s a place for you at Haynie Chapel.

Haynie Chapel United Methodist Church
“A small church with a big welcome.”
We’d love to see you!!!

08/28/2026

It’s been a while since I shared a devotion, but today God showed He was here and it reminded me of the following scripture:
“In their hearts humans plan their course, but the LORD establishes their steps.” -Proverbs 16:9 (NIV)

Today was one of those days when God reminded me that He is working in our lives every day. We just have to open our eyes and notice. It started this morning. I was debating whether I should work remotely or go into the office. For some reason, I kept feeling pulled to go in. I was running a little later than normal, but I went anyway.

When I arrived, something else unusual happened. I normally park on the third or fourth floor of the garage, but there was an open spot on the second floor. I thought, well, I'll just park here today. As I was walking in, I ran into a gentleman I had been meaning to catch up with him and had a few things I wanted to ask him.

Then, as we were walking together, he said something that caught my attention. He said, “I normally park on the third floor, but today I decided to park on the second.” Think about that. I almost stayed home. I was running later than usual. I normally don't park on the second floor. And neither does he. Yet somehow, on this particular morning, at this particular time, we both ended up on the same floor. Some might call that coincidence. I saw God in the timing.

Later, I headed out to pick up lunch. As I ordered my food, something told me, “Get an apple pie.” There wasn't anything particularly spiritual about buying an apple pie. I just felt like I should get one, so I did. I ate my lunch, but I still had the pie.

A little while later, I pulled up to a stoplight and saw a homeless man standing there holding a sign that read: “I'm hungry. Anything helps.” Immediately I thought, I've got that apple pie. So, I handed it to him. It wasn't a lot. It wasn't some grand act of generosity. It was simply what I had when someone needed it. And once again, I saw God in the timing.

Then came a third moment. Later in the day, I was trying to decide where to finish my work in the office or go home and finish working from there. I decided to drive out to the church and work from there instead. As I approached the road leading to the church, a vehicle right in front of me was the paving company that will be working on our church parking lot. We pulled into the church at about the same time. And it turned out they needed someone there because they needed to know where they could park their equipment. Once again, God in the timing.

Three moments in one ordinary Friday. A parking space. An apple pie. A paving crew. None of this sounds miraculous by itself. But together, they are a reminder of something we sometimes forget. God doesn't only show Himself in the big moments of life. Sometimes God shows Himself in a parking space on the second floor, or a little nudge to buy an apple pie, or even through a decision to take one road instead of another.

We often pray, “God, show me that You're here.” And sometimes His answer is, “I've been showing you all day. Are you paying attention?”

God is working in our lives every day. He’s arranging opportunities, bringing people across our paths, giving us little nudges, and placing us where we need to be at just the right time. We may call some of those coincidences. But sometimes, when we slow down and look back over our day, we start to see a pattern. And maybe faith isn't always about seeing some great miracle. Sometimes faith is just simply learning to notice God our everyday lives.

So tonight, I'm grateful. Grateful for a parking space. Grateful for an apple pie. Grateful for the paving crew. But most of all, I'm grateful for the reminder that God showed He was here today. And the truth is, He shows us every day. We just have to open our eyes and notice.

Lord, thank You for being present in the ordinary moments of our lives. Forgive us for the times we are moving so fast that we fail to notice what You are doing around us. Help us recognize Your gentle nudges, Your divine appointments, and the opportunities You place before us. Open our eyes to see You working in the big things and the little things. And when You place someone in our path who needs what we have to give, help us respond. Lord, help us notice You today. In the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.

08/18/2026

Good Morning. I know it has been a while since I shared a devotion. I took a little break to reflect on some things on my mind. I am sharing one of those things in this devotion about the meaning of life.

Last week, I was talking with a friend about life, and he mentioned how sometimes we find ourselves trying to understand the meaning of life. We questioned what it's all about and what really matters in the end. As we talked, a verse from Ecclesiastes 1:2 came to mind, “Meaningless! Meaningless!” says the Teacher. “Utterly meaningless! Everything is meaningless.”

Then over the past several days, I received news of the passing of three different people. One of a friend who had been battling ALS. And hearing this news caused me to think back to that conversation. Because as difficult as it is to think about, physical death is part of this earthly life. Times like this make us stop and think, “What is the meaning of life? What are we really living for? And when our time here ends, what truly mattered?”

When we first read Ecclesiastes 1:2, it sounds pretty depressing. But, Ecclesiastes isn't saying that life has no value. It's reminding us that life is temporary. We work, make plans, take care of our families, accomplish things, grow older, and eventually, our earthly lives come to an end. What was it all for?

Maybe Ecclesiastes is asking us, “If my time here is limited, what am I doing with the time God has given me?” See, the writer of Ecclesiastes chased a lot of the things we think will give life meaning. Things like pleasure, wealth, possessions, accomplishments, and wisdom. But then, he eventually said in Ecclesiastes 2:11, “Everything was meaningless, a chasing after the wind.”

Sometimes we spend our lives chasing after the wind too. We say, “When I get that promotion... when I make enough money... when I retire... when I accomplish this one thing... then I'll be satisfied.” There's nothing wrong with goals, accomplishments, or enjoying the blessings God gives us. But, the problem is when we expect temporary things to give us eternal meaning.

Ecclesiastes 3:11 also says, “He has also set eternity in the human heart.” Maybe that's why the things of this world never completely satisfy us. Because God created us knowing there is more than this. More than our careers, more than our possessions, more than our accomplishments, and even more than the few years we have on this earth.

The news of those who died the past few days reminded me that none of us knows how much time we have. But as Christians, we don't believe physical death is the end. Jesus said in John 11:25, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die.”

See, Ecclesiastes is a reminder that this earthly life is temporary and Jesus reminds us that this earthly life isn't all there is. Because of Christ, our lives are part of something eternal. So maybe instead of asking, “What is the meaning of life?” we should also ask, “What am I doing with the life God has given me?” Because one day our careers will end. Our possessions will belong to somebody else. And our accomplishments will become memories.

Life is temporary, but life with God is not meaningless. It has purpose today, hope for tomorrow, and a promise beyond the grave. So, don't spend your life chasing the wind. Instead, love people today, forgive them, and tell people you love them. Serve somebody who needs you. Use the gifts God has given you. And walk with Jesus.

Gracious God, life moves quickly, and sometimes loss reminds us just how precious our time really is. Help us not to spend our days chasing things that cannot last. Teach us to love deeply, forgive freely, serve faithfully, and walk closely with You. And when we face the reality of death, remind us that because of Jesus Christ, death does not have the final word. Help us to live each day with purpose, knowing that our deepest meaning, our greatest hope, and our eternal life are found in You. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

08/01/2026

Daily Devotional - August 1, 2026

But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. -Isaiah 40:31 NIV

The first thing that comes to mind when I read this verse is the song, “On Eagles Wings.” If you know the song I’m talking about, these words probably come to mind, “And God will raise you up on Eagles wings, bear you on the breath of dawn, make you shine like the sun, and hold you in the palm of God’s hand.”

Both today’s verse, Isaiah 40:31 and this song remind me of God’s protection, strength, and care. It’s God’s promise that He will lift up those who trust in Him when they are weak. He renews our strength when we are weak. He carries us through life’s trials and He comforts us when we are down, and He restores us when we feel depleted.

There have been many difficult times in my life. Times that were hard to put hope in God and even wondered if there was even hope. But those are the times that we seek His promise. When there is nowhere else to turn. When we feel that all hope is lost.

I think back to the time I injured my back. It led to two major back surgeries just a month apart. I spent two months in the hospital and in rehabilitation. When I finally left rehab, I was in a wheelchair and unable to walk. For the next two years, I wondered if I would ever walk again.

There were days when I was discouraged. Days when progress seemed so slow that I questioned if it would ever come. But through every setback, God never left me. He gave me strength for each day. He surrounded me with people who encouraged me. He reminded me that my hope was not in my own ability, but in His faithfulness.

By God's mercy and His miracle, the damaged nerves in my back began to regenerate. Little by little, I was able to stand, then take a few steps, and eventually walk again. I still walk with a limp today. I still have balance issues. Those are reminders of what happened. But they are also reminders of God's grace.

When Isaiah says, "They will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint," I don't just read those words, I have lived them. God didn't restore me overnight, but He gave me the strength to keep putting one foot in front of the other. He carried me when I couldn't carry myself.

Maybe you're facing a trial today. It may not be a physical injury. It may be grief, financial hardship, loneliness, or a burden no one else can see. Whatever it is, don't give up hope. The same God who strengthened Isaiah's people, and who strengthened me, is the same God who is with you today. Keep placing your hope in Him. He will give you the strength you need for today, and tomorrow, until one day you look back and realize He carried you through it all.

Heavenly Father, thank You for being our strength when we are weak and our hope when life feels overwhelming. Help us to trust You even when we cannot see the outcome. Renew our strength each day so that we may keep walking by faith. Thank You for Your faithfulness and for never leaving our side. In Jesus' name, Amen.

07/31/2026

Daily Devotional - July 31, 2026

Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us, to Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen. -Ephesians 3:20-21 NIV

These two verses are the ending to a prayer Paul was praying that starts at verse 14. While this reminds us that God can do amazing things in our lives, this passage becomes even more powerful when we understand Paul’s prayer. If anyone had reason to pray for freedom, better living conditions, or an easier life, it was Paul because he was in prison when he wrote this. But that's not what he prayed for.

Paul prayed that believers would be strengthened by the Holy Spirit, that Christ would live deeply in their hearts, that they would understand just how wide, how long, how high, and how deep the love of Christ really is, and that they would be filled with the fullness of God. Then he ends the prayer saying, "Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine..."

In other words, Paul isn't talking first about bigger houses, better jobs, or easier circumstances. He's talking about what God can do inside us. God can change a fearful heart into a courageous one. He can replace bitterness with forgiveness, worry with peace, and doubt with faith. He can transform us into the people He created us to be.

That reminds me of my own life. Looking back, if someone had told me that I would one day serve as a pastor, I probably would have laughed. That wasn't the person I saw when I looked in the mirror, even though I felt a calling. But God saw something I couldn't see. And little by little, through His Word, through prayer, and through the work of the Holy Spirit, He began changing my heart.

It didn't happen overnight, and I'm still growing today. But when I look back, I can clearly see that God has done far more in my life than I could have ever imagined. The greatest miracle wasn't changing my circumstances. It was changing me.

Maybe that's exactly what Paul wanted us to understand. Sometimes we ask God to change the situation around us, while God is quietly working to change the person within us. And that's the greater miracle.

So today, don't limit what God can do. His power is already at work in everyone who belongs to Christ. He can strengthen you when you feel weak, give you peace when life feels uncertain, and continue shaping you into the person He created you to be.

He truly is able to do immeasurably more than we could ever ask or imagine.

Heavenly Father, thank You for loving us enough to keep working in our lives. Help us not to focus only on changing our circumstances, but to allow You to change our hearts. Strengthen us through Your Holy Spirit, help us grow deeper in Your love, and remind us that You are able to do far more than we could ever imagine. May our lives bring glory to You in all we do. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

07/30/2026

Daily Devotional - July 30, 2026

The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit. -Proverbs 18:21 NIV

Words are powerful. Words can praise and words can hurt. We've all experienced both. Most of us can remember a kind word that lifted our spirits when we needed it most. We can also remember a hurtful word that stays in our mind long after it was said. That's because our words have the power to shape hearts, strengthen relationships, or leave lasting wounds.

Proverbs teach us principles for living wisely and chapter 18 focuses on our relationships with others. There are several verses in this chapter that deal specifically with the way we speak. In verse 21, Solomon reminds us that our words either bring life by encouraging, comforting, and telling the truth in love, or they bring death by discouraging, gossiping, lying, or speaking in anger.

I remember hearing an example that puts this into perspective. Imagine hammering a nail into a wooden board. Then, after a few moments, you pull the nail back out. The nail is gone, but the hole remains. Our words are the same way. We may apologize and sincerely ask for forgiveness, and God certainly calls us to forgive one another. But hurtful words can leave scars that take time to heal. That's why Solomon encourages us to think before we speak.

Also think of what words can do to a child. Imagine a child comes home excited to show a parent a drawing they worked hard on. If the parent smiles and says, "I'm so proud of you. You did a wonderful job," those words build confidence. That child learns they are valued and encouraged to keep trying. But if the response is, "That's not very good. You could have done better," those words stay with that child for years. The drawing may be forgotten, but the words are remembered.

The same is true in our marriages, our friendships, our workplaces, and even our churches. A few words of encouragement can give someone hope to keep going. A harsh response said in anger can discourage someone far more than we ever intended.

Our words should reflect the One we follow. Jesus spoke truth, but He also spoke with grace. He corrected without condemning and encouraged those who were weary and broken. Every conversation gives us an opportunity to bring life instead of hurt.

So today, before you speak, ask yourself, “Will these words build someone up or tear someone down? Will they leave encouragement or leave a hole?” Let’s try to make our words point others to the love, grace, and hope that we have found in Christ.

Heavenly Father, thank You for reminding us that our words matter. Forgive us for the times we have spoken in anger or carelessness and wounded those around us. Help us to speak with kindness, truth, patience, and love. May our words encourage the discouraged, comfort the hurting, and glorify You in every conversation. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

07/29/2026

Daily Devotional - July 29, 2026

Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God – this is your true and proper worship. -Romans 12:1 NIV

This verse begins with the word “Therefore” and refers to everything Paul has written in the first eleven chapters of Romans. In those chapters, Paul explained that every one of us has sinned, that we can’t save ourselves, and that God has shown us incredible mercy by sending His Son, Jesus Christ, to die for our sins. He reminds us that we are saved by God's grace through faith, not by anything we have done. So, when Paul says, "Therefore... in view of God's mercy," he is saying, "Because of everything God has already done for you, this is how you should now live."

One of the most common misunderstandings of this verse is that we have to sacrifice ourselves in order to earn God's love or approval. But that’s not what Paul is saying. Jesus already became the perfect sacrifice for our sins. So Paul isn't telling us how to be saved. He's telling us how we should respond for receiving and experiencing God’s mercy.

When Paul says, “to offer your bodies," He isn't talking about our physical bodies only. He’s talking about our whole lives, our words, our attitudes, our time, our talents, our decisions, and the way we treat other people. Every part of our lives belongs to God.

Then he uses the words "living sacrifice." These words stand out to me and made me wonder what this means. This means that every day we should choose to live for Christ. We should our lives in a manner that is pleasing to Him, not just on Sunday morning, but every day of the week. In everything we do, every day, we should do for the glory of God. Giving thanks, worshipping, and living the way He is calling us to live. Loving one another as Christ has loved us.

So, in other words, "offering our bodies as a living sacrifice" is to live our lives in a manner that is pleasing to God. I relate this to a wedding ring. See, a ring doesn't make someone married. The marriage commitment is first. The ring simply shows everyone that the person is loyal to someone else. In the same way, living for Christ doesn't earn our salvation. It’s the visible evidence that we already belong to Him because of His mercy.

Then Paul says, "This is your true and proper worship." When most of us think of worship, we think of gathering on Sunday to sing, pray, and hear God's Word. But Paul reminds us that worship doesn't end when the service is over. Worship continues in how we live on Monday morning, how we speak to our family, how we treat our coworkers, how we serve our neighbors, and how faithfully we follow Christ each day.

We know what Jesus has done for us. We know the mercy He has shown us. Maybe the question Romans 12:1 asks us is, “How will we respond?” We should respond by offering Him not just part of our lives, but our whole lives. Not just on Sunday’s, but every day. After all, He didn't give us part of Himself. He gave everything for us.

Heavenly Father, thank You for Your amazing mercy and grace. Thank You for sending Jesus to be the perfect sacrifice for our sins. Help us never to think we must earn Your love, but instead help us respond to Your mercy by living lives that honor You. May our words, our actions, our choices, and our hearts become an act of worship every day. Teach us to offer ourselves completely to You as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing in Your sight. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.

07/28/2026

Daily Devotional - July 28, 2026

‘He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death’ or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.” -Revelations 21:4 NIV

Throughout Revelation, the Apostle John describes visions God gave him about the future. When we get to chapter 21, the battle against sin and evil is over. Death has been defeated, God's judgment is complete, and John sees a new heaven and a new earth where God will live with His people forever.

What stands out to me in this verse is the promise. God doesn't just say that life will get a little easier. He promises that one day He Himself "will wipe every tear from their eyes." Think about every tear telling a story. Tears from losing someone we love. Tears from sickness. Tears from disappointment, loneliness, fear, or regret. God sees every one of them, and He promises that a day is coming when tears will be gone because the things that caused them will also be gone forever.

What also stands out is, "the old order of things has passed away." Everything that causes pain today is temporary. Death, grief, suffering, and sorrow, are part of this broken world, but not part of God's eternal future for us. We live with the hope that our hardest days are not the final chapter of our story.

As a pastor, I am often asked to officiate funerals and memorials. The pain and the grief that the families feel for the loss of a loved one is real and the sorrow is deep. This verse doesn't tell us not to cry. Jesus Himself wept. Instead, it tells us that our tears are temporary because God's promise is eternal. There is a day coming when sorrow will be replaced with joy, pain will be replaced with peace, and death itself will be gone.

If you're carrying a burden today, remember that your suffering does not have the final word. God's promise does. The same God who walks with you through your trials today has already prepared tomorrow's victory. Hold on to Him, because the day is coming when He will wipe away every tear, and all things will be made new.

Heavenly Father, thank You for reminding us that our suffering is only temporary, but Your promises are forever. When life is difficult and our hearts are heavy, help us to keep our eyes fixed on the hope You have prepared for us. Strengthen our faith, comfort us in our sorrow, and remind us that one day You will wipe away every tear. Until that day comes, help us to trust You, walk faithfully with You, and share this hope with others. In Jesus' name, Amen.

07/27/2026

Daily Devotional - July 27, 2026

“My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry.” James 1:19 NIV

Usually there are a couple of words that stand out to me in a verse, but in today’s verse it’s most of them, quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry. And what’s interesting, James doesn't say we should never become angry. Instead, he tells us to slow down. Why? Because when we react before we listen, we usually say things we wish we could take back. And when anger takes control, it becomes hard to hear God's voice or understand another person's heart.

I can relate to this lesson. There was a time in my life when I had a quick temper. If someone criticized me, treated me unfairly, or challenged me, I was ready with a response. I thought I was showing strength by standing up for myself. Looking back, all it usually accomplished was creating hurt feelings and making situations worse. But now I’ve come to realize that real strength isn't found in winning an argument. Real strength is having enough self-control to pause, listen, pray, and respond with grace instead of reacting in anger.

I'm still learning, but today I try to ask myself, "Have I really listened? Am I responding the way Jesus would?" More often than not, taking just a moment to listen changes the entire conversation.

James reminds us that hearing God's Word should change the way we treat people. When we listen before speaking, think before reacting, and surrender our anger to Christ, we reflect His love instead of our emotions. That's what it means to be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry. And this is putting God's Word into practice.

Heavenly Father, thank You for being patient with us. Teach us to be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry. Help us hear Your voice before we react to the voices around us. Transform our hearts so that our words bring peace instead of hurt and encouragement instead of conflict. May our lives reflect the love and grace of Jesus in every conversation. In His name we pray. Amen.

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