As I have been studying the book of Judges, I am constantly reminded of God’s faithfulness in the midst of our faultiness. He is constantly caring for His people, even when we don’t deserve it. His command to the Isrealites, Read more…
One week down, three to go. My wife has been in Haiti, helping with the relief work, for just over a week now, and I have been holding down the “fort” at home with the ministry, kids, home, and many Read more…
Two days ago, my wife left for Haiti to help with The Salvation Army’s relief work there, from the earthquake that hit on January 12th. It has been a long road in the process of getting her there since January, Read more…
“‘The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge. He is my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. I call to the Lord, who is worthy Read more…
“Since we have these promises, dear friends, let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence for God.” 2 Corinthians 7:1 From the great words of Oswald Chambers: “put God first literally.” Purify Read more…
As I sit with my kids watching, “Where the Wild Things Are”, I see myself in the same situation as young Max. At times I find myself behaving like one of the monsters I was so terrified of when I Read more…
“Restore to me the joy of Your salvation and sustain with me a willing spirit.” Psalm 51:12 I am not sure how you react when there is a new challenge in front of you, but I LOVE the beginning of Read more…
As I was beginning to prepare for my next message to my congregation, I realized that I had left my Bible at the church. Fortunately for me, and maybe even for you, I had a back up Bible on my Read more…
Today we had an individual come into our office struggling to breath. It was almost as if she was hyperventilating or had an obstruction in her throat. From my office, I heard the difficulty in breathing and came to our Read more…
My friend Juanita mentioned an idea in a small group the other day about kids nowadays having a ‘nature deficit’. This idea really started to get my mind going. And it made me wonder what this has to do if Read more…