“Christ has set us free to live a free life.” Galatians 5:1, Message My uncle once told me he rather drive a restored car than drive a brand new one.  He had a couple of very nice vehicles in his garage.  Once was a restored Ford pick-up and  the other was a very fast restored…Read more Living from the Heart

The New Testament over and over encourages us with the promise of Jesus’ return.  It is the encouraging news of the Return of the King.  Remember the powerful way that Jesus announced the arrival of the Kingdom of God.  His message was profoundly life changing demonstrated with love, mercy and signs and wonder.  After His…Read more Is Jesus Coming May 21? Really?

"From a wise mind comes wise speech" Proverbs 16:23a, NLT Whatever your role in life, applying yourself to wisdom will be like a tree of life to your family and friends. Wisdom begins with reverence of God in all things. Wisdom is learned and uses what one learns to glorify and honor God, serve others…Read more Wise Speech #3

"Live so that you wouldn't be ashamed to sell the family parrot to the town gossip." Will Rogers Wise speech begins at home don't you think. Our children learn how to communicate from us. Speech isn't just about what you say, it's how you say it as well. When a father speaks to his wife…Read more Wise Speech 2

"Well-spoken words bring satisfaction...Rash language cuts and maims, but there is healing in the words of the wise. Truth lasts; lies are here today, gone tomorrow." Proverbs 12:14, 18-19, Message Some of the best speakers are not public speakers, motivational speakers, preachers or politicians. They are the people who speak the truth with love, wisdom,…Read more Wise Speech

Have you ever smelled the rain? The sky is blue and the shine is shining and you get that fresh sniff of a summer rain heading your way. The best word to describe the scent is fresh! You're outside on a hot day and even though you can't see it, you know its coming. If…Read more Dream Again – Casting the Vision

Occasionally in pastoral ministry a visionary challenge will surface in your thoughts and prayers that eventually you discern is the leading of the Holy Spirit. If you are wise, you will seek out counsel and the prayers of your spouse, your leadereship team, and prayer partners. Whether negative or positive you are still left with…Read more Dream Again

Starbucks has released a new and limited blend of Ethiopia Sidamo, Sumatra (two of my favorites), Columbia and Paupa New Guinea coffees. Normally I don't like the blends of coffee, but this new coffee blend Tribute was delicious. So, I had a second cup, delicious! If you like bold tasting coffee that is tamed with…Read more Good Coffee and a Green Book

Sometimes I laughed, other times I had tears, but throughout Sunday night’s Fine Arts Festival at Woodland I smiled with great gratitude in my heart to the Lord.  The sounds of woodwinds, brass, strings, percussion, solos, vocal solos, essays, dramas and especially the two short sermons did more for this pastor than you could ever…Read more Fine Arts Festival at Woodland

“What is important is faith expressing itself in love.” From time to I pray as the disciples requested of Jesus, “Increase our faith.” Luke 17:5, NIV In our community faith and faithfulness is needed.  I should say it is necessary.  There are many people who are counting on us to be strong in our faith…Read more What I am Learning About Love