This past week I along with several other senior pastors had the opportunity to have a half day with Henry Cloud and he shared some great insights about pruning. Henry is not a gardener but he spoke about the importance… Continue Reading →
I shot at least twenty deer this week . . . through the lens of my camera (as you can see from my picture he’s giving me a nice profile shot). After spending most of the day in airports and… Continue Reading →
Christianity, if false, is of no importance, and if true, of infinite importance. The only thing it cannot be is moderately important. – C.S. Lewis Since I believe in the infinite importance of Christianity I seek to grow in… Continue Reading →
As most of us enjoy freedom and peace we must remember that as you read this post there are men and women putting their lives on the line so that we may have freedom. This past weekend 38 brave… Continue Reading →
We live in incredibly exciting times. My we be like the men of Issachar, “men who understood the times, with knowledge of what Israel should do” 1 Chronicles 12:32
CHALLENGING CIRCUMSTANCES How do you respond to challenging circumstances? The Apostle Peter says, “Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal among you, which comes upon you for your testing, as though some strange thing were happening to you;… Continue Reading →
Even though you may understand the difference between joy and happiness you still may not be experiencing joy in your life. In the Old Testament we see that King David experienced this problem. He not only lost his joy,… Continue Reading →
Why is it when life appears to be going well you may still lack joy? Perhaps one of the reasons is that you may be looking for joy in the wrong places? Are you attempting to find joy in your… Continue Reading →
You have probably heard or said some of these statements yourself: “As soon as I lose 10 pounds then I will feel good.” Or “As soon as I finish my education then things will go well.” Or “As soon as… Continue Reading →
It seems that people are constantly looking for happiness and an absence of problems and suffering. We long for those happy days of childhood. Perhaps this idea is perpetuated by the statement, “And they lived happily ever after.” Is this… Continue Reading →
What brings you refreshment? Jeanne and I love to be with our grandchildren. Young children are great – they are open, honest, and genuine! In our journey from childhood to adulthood why do we often lose our way? We think… Continue Reading →
Herm Edwards speaks to the incoming rookies of the NFL. This talk is applicable to every young man who wants to be a professional at what he does. He shares a number of great principles, here’s a few of my… Continue Reading →
Last evening I was at a meeting at church with a wonderful couple who recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. I asked them “What changes would you make if you were starting out again?” They had very few changes to… Continue Reading →
As we celebrate independence day we are celebrating our nation’s freedom – freedom from tyranny and freedom of worship. Freedom is an ideal that Americans deeply cherish; however, we must realize that true freedom only comes from knowing the truth…. Continue Reading →
“You Were Born for This” by Bruce Wilkinson lives up to its title. Inspirational and practical it is filled with stories how God uses ordinary people to be His divine messengers. Wilkinson asserts “. . . you were born to… Continue Reading →
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