“Out of the overflow of the heart, the mouth speaks.” Luke 6:45
“Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his saints.” Psalm 116:15 Charlie Kirk and his wife knew he might die for his faith in Christ. Their love for God and people overcame their fear of death. Charlie was a unique person when it came to conversation. Unlike so many today, he... Continue Reading →
I recently lost one of my dearest friends, Brad Smith. Actually, I didn’t lose him. I know right where he is… with Jesus. Brad was a successful businessman, but he knew his real worth wasn’t determined by what he owned, but by Who owned him. The grace of God had transformed his life and made... Continue Reading →
I first met my wife in 1976 at a band rehearsal. We performed just one evening concert, opening for Grammy winning Gospel artist André Crouch at the Concord Pavilion. Yes, Marci and I first met for a one night stand! One of André Crouch’s biggest songs back then was Jesus Is the Answer. The title... Continue Reading →
I’m tearing up as I write this. Two girls were sitting at a table when their waitress Riley commented on how beautiful their energy was. The girls replied, “Thank you very much but that’s not really us, but God in us.” Riley responded, “Oh, that’s cute.” What happened next is incredible! The girls would return... Continue Reading →
“God is not a man! He cannot lie.” Numbers 23:19 Do you trust the media? Most people don't anymore. There was a time when journalists only reported the facts and left their opinions out of it. Now, they often spin the news to fit their agenda. That’s bad news for us! The crazy thing is... Continue Reading →
Someone recently unleashed their anger on me and I was tempted to return the sentiment, but didn’t. I have to fight to be unoffendable. It’s a spiritual battle. “The Spirit and your desires (the flesh) are enemies of each other. They are always fighting each other and keeping you from doing what you feel you... Continue Reading →
James Madison wrote, “If men were angels, no government would be necessary.” He was almost right. Angels aren’t perfect. Lucifer proved that. Madison should have said, “If men were Christlike, no government would be necessary.” Think about that. If we were all sinless, there would be no need to be governed by others. There would... Continue Reading →
Many in America today are calling President Trump an evil king. If he is, should we still pray for him, honor him, and thank God for him? “I urge you, first of all, to pray for all people. Ask God to help them; intercede on their behalf, and give thanks for them. Pray this way... Continue Reading →
I tend to grumble when I don’t get my way. Thankfully, I’m learning how to overcome that demon named Grumbler. Just as joy is the overflow of a thankful heart, complaining is the overflow of an ungrateful heart. Grumbler, the demon is defeated when I choose to be thankful. “Oh give thanks to the Lord,... Continue Reading →
Back in the 80's Marci and I were blessed to be part of an amazing songwriting team. Some of our songs appeared on a Grammy nominated album. It was a fun and exciting season in our lives. One year we had the opportunity to collaborate with Marvel comics to write songs for an ABC television... Continue Reading →
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