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?
A Little Common Sense, Please!
During a conversation with a new acquaintance, after inquiring what kind of work I did, he asked for my thoughts about the Second Coming of Christ. I love it, when that question comes up. “We are filled with hope, as we wait for the glorious return of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ.” Titus…Read more A Little Common Sense, Please!
Wise Speech #3
"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
Wise Speech 2
"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
Wise Speech
"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
Dream Again – Casting the Vision
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
Dream Again – Testing the Vision
A vision should be tested, evaluated, shared with people who will be honest with you regarding their thoughts. If you are not willing to share your vision for evaluation and counsel, you have probably not heard from God. After three years of thinking and praying, I shared with Becky one morning what was on my…Read more Dream Again – Testing the Vision
Dream Again – The Vision
Dream Again began one evening in Kolkata, India (Calcutta) following services at the Buntain Church. Mark Buntain had been legendary for his ministry to the poor and marginalized of Kolkata and the nation of India. I had the opportunity to visit the hospital he built, to visit the orphanages, and the home for rescued little…Read more Dream Again – The Vision
Dream Again
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
The Mark
Some books have a continuing impact on my life. The Mark of the Christian by Francis Schaeffer is a small book that I read and reread. Francis Schaeffer commenting on John 13:33-35 wrote the following. This passage reveals the mark that Jesus gives to label a Christian not just in one era or in one…Read more The Mark
Coram Deo 