“Out of the overflow of the heart, the mouth speaks.” Luke 6:45
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! An evangelist approached them on Venice Beach, and told them about the Father’s love for them. They received Christ—and their lives would never be the same. The twin’s powerful transformation reminds me of an... Continue Reading →
Recently, I recorded myself on my phone reading many of my favorite Bible verses. Sometimes, when I can't sleep, I will play it back. It’s better than counting sheep! God is serious about rest. He rested after creation. Jesus rested peacefully in a boat that was tossed by a violent storm. Then He tells us,... 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 evening, 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... 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 dear 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... 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. “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because... Continue Reading →
From the moment of conception, every person has been infected with the tragic “sin” gene. It is hereditary. “Surely I was sinful at birth, sinful from the time my mother conceived me.” Psalms 51:5 “When Adam sinned, sin entered the world. Adam’s sin brought death, so death spread to everyone, for everyone sinned.” Romans... Continue Reading →
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