Overheard Wisdom
October 17, 2026
Overheard wisdom “When it comes to giving until it hurts, most people have a very low threshold of pain.” —Anonymous Ain’t it the truth?
Do you preach with this passion?
October 17, 2026
The Supernatural Value of Friends
October 16, 2026
Today I received a wonderful quote from a book I have read twice, but maybe need to read again. It was meant to encourage, and indeed it did. But it did more than that. It led me to reflect again on the greatness of my treasures in the richness of my friends. “In friendship, we … More The Supernatural Value of Friends
Today I Was Thinking of My Mom and Dad
October 15, 2026
“Honor your Father and Mother.” Exodus 20 “Honor Your Father and Mother” Every one of them.I would buy every one.The three, no, the four,The four homes you / we lived in,I would buy them alland turn them into museumsof the memories you gave us,and the stories our God gifted us with,through the forge of lovefrom … More Today I Was Thinking of My Mom and Dad
The Fleeing Bird of the Gospel
October 15, 2026
I am working in my office today, organizing ten different writing projects–ten different books I would like to get in print before the sand in the top of my hourglass is done. Lord willing, He will give me time to complete each one for His glory. Some of the beginning work on these projects is … More The Fleeing Bird of the Gospel
The American Church is Focused on Trivialities
October 14, 2026
American Christians are More American than Christian I have said it for years, and I think it is truer than ever: American Christians are more American than Christian. The Church in America, in the main, liberal and conservative, is focused on trivialities rather than the gospel. They are more comfortable pursuing the American dream with … More The American Church is Focused on Trivialities
You Won’t Find God’s Will this Way
October 11, 2026
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
Just Accepted an Invitation to Preach
October 10, 2026
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
Cucumbers Can Teach Us More than You Imagine
October 8, 2026
Eight Things to Pray for New Disciples
October 7, 2026
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
