Joseph, one of the sons of Jacob was a dreamer. In his heart he carried a vision beyond what anyone could see. Joseph’s dream was a God given idea that would take many years and much perseverance to obtain. Dreams clouded by life’s circumstances may look...
Like many people I am at the home of relatives today, looking forward to some barbecue and fireworks at the local small town square. This is a day to remember what our forefathers were signing when they put their signatures on the Declaration of Independence,...
Several years ago while driving across the farmlands of the Southern Ukraine we stopped to purchase fuel. Our team leader would not heed the sticker that said our car required high-octane fuel for high performance and we proceeded to fill the car up with the cheaper gas....
It was an invitation from heaven that brought you into a divine experience. The Almighty entered into our finite world and revealed who He was in Jesus. This living example then invited us to receive the life He has and the relationship He has with...
As a minister, when I walk up to the pulpit I think and believe that I am going to change the world. I know that what is real to me will be real to you. The reality is that what stimulates you will stimulate others....
As a young person my father would often take us on hikes into the forest. I was always intrigued by the difference in the landscape of a northern and southern exposure on a hill or mountain. How could it be that this same mountain had such...
“Guard my life, for I am faithful to you. Save your servant who trusts in you.” Psalm 86:2 (NIV) High-octane gasoline is equated with high performance. The Christian finds their high octane fuel in the word and in prayer. In 1837, George Muller, known for his...
We all are familiar with sitting down in a restaurant and placing an order. We look at the menu and enjoy the choice. I have seen some people get very anxious about this simple choice of food, and I have seen others wait and wait...
The name of the game is NO FEAR HERE! Jobless rates, economic reports, apocalyptic projections abound from the secular press to Christian programming. What will our response be? Over the years Kevin and I have said we must plan like Jesus is never coming back but...