“Out of the overflow of the heart, the mouth speaks.” Luke 6:45
Our home is just 100 feet behind the house where our daughter, son-in-law, and five grandkids live. Almost daily, the youngest, Crosby, comes over to see us. When he leaves, we are required to wave until he reaches his porch—then blow and catch kisses. Did I tell you how precious he is? Crosby also can’t... Continue Reading →
Sometimes I have a hard time falling asleep, so I recorded myself reading several of my favorite Bible verses. On those sleepless nights I will play the recording back and listen as I lie there in bed. It’s better than counting sheep! God is serious about rest. He rested after creation. Jesus rested peacefully in... Continue Reading →
I was shocked in 2022 when USA Today awarded “Woman of the Year” to Richard Levine, aka Rachel. Why were the feminists so silent about a man stealing a woman's award? It makes no sense. It’s like the emperor has no clothes, but no one will tell him. Equally startling was when the self-appointed morality... Continue Reading →
I was talking to a friend who didn’t believe God still speaks to us. He told me everything we need to know from God is in the Bible. Hey, I love the Bible— but God didn’t write it and then retire. He’s still speaking—I’m just not always listening. Sadly, this friend couldn’t fully grasp that... Continue Reading →
Growing up, I never had an imaginary friend. I still don’t—but I do have an invisible friend who is anything but imaginary! Some of His names I love are Comforter—Counselor—Spirit of Truth—the Helper. I prefer to just call Him Holy Spirit. Having Him as a friend makes every day an adventure! “May… the fellowship of... Continue Reading →
While visiting a large church one Sunday, Spirit-inspired prophetic words were being spoken to people prior to the pastor's message. Many were encouraged by what God was saying to them. I learned later that my wife Marci was disappointed she wasn't receiving a word from the Lord. A bit discouraged and thirsty, Marci left her... Continue Reading →
When we moved to Colorado, we gave things away and put our remaining possessions in storage for three years until we built a small home of our own. Jesus said, “Your life can never be measured by the amount of things you possess.” Luke 12:15 It’s easy to calculate our self-worth by what we’ve... Continue Reading →
When our two girls were little, bedtime always included playing a recording of lullabies to help them sleep. One of our favorite songs was “Don’t be Afraid of the Dark”—written by our friend Frank Hernandez. The lyrics say—“Don’t be afraid of the dark. Remember you’re never alone. The Lord will surround you with angels of... Continue Reading →
Years ago, a pastor shocked Marci and I right before we were to lead worship at his church. He told us, “Don’t sing about the blood. We don’t want to offend anybody.” Sadly, the pastor and his wife eventually divorced and the church closed its doors. The apostle Paul writes: “For I am not ashamed... Continue Reading →
"Why in the world can't I stop sinning? I keep trying and failing! I'm miserable!" Sound familiar? From the moment of conception, every person has been infected with the tragic “sin” gene. Unfortunately it is hereditary. “Surely I was sinful at birth, sinful from the time my mother conceived me.” Psalms 51:5 “When Adam... Continue Reading →
