“Out of the overflow of the heart, the mouth speaks.” Luke 6:45
“God is not a man! He cannot lie.” Numbers 23:19 Do you believe journalists are telling the truth ? Polls show that the majority of people no longer trust the mainstream media . There was a time when journalists only reported the facts and left their opinions out of it. Now, they often spin the... 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 →
My father served in World War II with the U.S. Army tank destroyers. Their motto was - Seek. Strike. Destroy. Long before that war, the Son of God had a seek, strike, destroy mission that would change the world. Jesus came to seek and save the lost, by striking and destroying the evil hold Satan... Continue Reading →
I am having heart surgery on Valentine’s Day. Many have asked if I am worried. I'm not. I gave my heart to Jesus years ago and He still has it. I’m thankful for my abnormal heart. It’s a constant reminder of how dependent I am on God for every heartbeat. Best of all, when I... Continue Reading →
Awhile back, my wife missed her flight home and was told she would have to wait twelve hours until another flight was available. In tears she called our friend Andy who flies for Southwest. Andy pulled some strings and was able to find a flight leaving in twenty minutes. Marci dashed to the gate, pounded... Continue Reading →
Recently, I apologized to my kids for acting in an unChristlike way. My daughter responded, “Dad, you’re only human.” That excuse might have worked for me in the past. But now, thanks to Christ, I am no longer only human. I am a new creation; a new species, “created to be like God—truly righteous and... Continue Reading →
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