“Out of the overflow of the heart, the mouth speaks.” Luke 6:45
Shortly before he died, a pastor told me that for most of his life he didn’t love the people he pastored. He felt his main calling was to teach them the Bible. Thankfully, the Lord taught him how to love others by opening his eyes to how incredibly loved he was by Christ. With newfound... Continue Reading →
Before we ever dated, Marci and I spent a year playing in a traveling band, performing concerts across the country and becoming best friends. It was a fun and exciting time in our lives. During a rehearsal break, I was playing that beautiful old love song, “The Nearness of You” on the piano. Marci approached... Continue Reading →
I’ve been restoring a damaged piece of furniture this week. Sanding smooth the imperfections reminds me how God uses abrasive people in my life to restore me. You know the type of people I’m talking about. They say and do things that rub you the wrong way. It’s much easier to avoid them than engage... Continue Reading →
I’m blessed to be part of a brotherhood of amazing men who love putting their faith into action. Last summer I needed help cutting, splitting, and stacking firewood from some downed trees on our property. I put the word out, and ten brothers showed up on a Saturday to help me. It was a fun... Continue Reading →
These twin brothers are like sons to me. They both were Chippendale dancers, lost and battling drug addiction. Then it happened! A stranger approached them on Venice Beach, and told them about the Father's love for them. They received Jesus—and their lives would never be the same. The twin’s powerful transformation reminds me of an... 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 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 Marci and I wrote a song encouraging kids around the country to, “Say Thank You” (for all that comes your way.)” The song's message was that thankfulness begins in the heart, but its power is not fully released until it is spoken. Paul and Silas had been flogged within an inch of their... Continue Reading →
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