“Out of the overflow of the heart, the mouth speaks.” Luke 6:45
One reason I know the Bible is divinely written is because of something fantastic that occurs every Spring. It’s then that Jews and Christians celebrate Pentecost—but for different reasons. Though they differ, the similarities surrounding the two Pentecosts are fascinating. Pentecost means fiftieth day in Greek. For the Jew, Pentecost is a commemoration of God... 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 shocked in 2022 when USA Today awarded “Woman of the Year” to Richard Levine, aka Rachel. Equally startling was when the self-appointed morality police, the Southern Poverty Law Center, labeled Focus on the Family a “hate group.” Point out the absurdity of it all and you, too, are labeled a hater. It shouldn’t... 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 →
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 →
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 →
"Livin' in the Flesh Blues" was a song Marci and I recorded in 1999. Written by our friend Dan Whittemore, the lyrics are so relatable. “What’s the use? Why do I even try? Every time I do . . . I soon run dry. That’s when I start to ooze . . . those livin’... Continue Reading →
My wife likes when I dress up. So do I. Mark Twain jokingly said, "Clothes make the man. Naked people have little or no influence in society.” Funny, but true. God wants His children to influence society by the way they dress. Some of the clothes He wants us to put on are the garment... Continue Reading →
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