Some Unscriptural Ways of “FINDING” God’s Will “I’ve got peace policy.” “I make all my decisions by myself” policy. “Keep going till you have a closed door” policy. God’s Will in Finding God’s Will Present your body (soul and spirit) to God. “Therefore I urge you, brethren by the mercies of God, to present your … More You Won’t Find God’s Will this Way
Preaching at The Springs, Springfield, MOOctober 25, 2026 Pastor has a family wedding out of state and texted me early this morning with the challenge. His assignment for me is Luke 8:1-15, the parable of the sower and the four soils. You would think that with coverage in all three synoptic gospels, that most people … More Just Accepted an Invitation to Preach
Prayers to pray for new believers in ChristBased on Psalm 119:129-136 That they would know the wonder of the word of God and delight in obedience. (vs. 129)“Your testimonies are wonderful;Therefore my soul observes them.”… That they would move from simple truths to the unfolding light of God’s word. (vs. 130)“The unfolding of Your words … More Eight Things to Pray for New Disciples
Sunday Afternoon Musing Today, in worship we sang a classic hymn of the faith. Well, congregation did, my voice was not among them. A bad cold and a raw throat kept me from joining the throng. What do you do when your voice is taken but your heart cries out in worship? This sort of … More A Majestic Hymn I Couldn’t Sing
I just got back from helping to move sheep on my daughter and son-in-law’s property. And then tonight, after that encounter with the sheep, who are not always dumb, but let’s be honest, they do a lot of dumb things, I decided to read one of David’s Psalms that has nothing to do with sheep. … More Hope in the Middle of Betrayal (Psalm 52)
Wisdom from Brother Lawrence “Please keep my recommendation in mind: think of God often, by day, by night, in your business, and even in your diversions. He is always near you and with you. Leave Him not alone. You would think it rude to leave a friend alone who came to visit you. Why, then, … More “Think of God Often”
A Prayer for All of Us Thesis: The American Church and Christians in General Don’t Understand a Critical Gospel Imperative Evidence: We are more likely to live for our comfort, convenience and security than we are for the Kingdom of God. Solution: Obey Jesus. “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and … More Living for Nothing
