“Out of the overflow of the heart, the mouth speaks.” Luke 6:45
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 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 →
One reason it’s hard to trust politicians is that their beliefs often shift with the changing culture. Here are a few examples… In 1996 Chuck Schumer argued for photo ID, to ensure voters showing up at the polls were who they said they were. Today he says voter ID is racist. What shifted in his... Continue Reading →
My friend, Andreas, works with the underground church in the Middle East, where hundreds of thousands of Muslims are coming to Christ—often through dreams and visions of Him. This makes sense since there are no churches where they can go to hear the Good News. God is coming to them! Later, they often meet an... Continue Reading →
The more I come to know the character of God the more I understand why He lovingly disciplines us. “The Lord disciplines those he loves, and he punishes each one he accepts as his child. As you endure this divine discipline, remember that God is treating you as his own children . . . God’s... Continue Reading →
It’s been one year since our beloved papa Don Mardock left this world for the next. Don so loved people, but told me he wished he could have loved others better. Can’t we all honestly say that? Love is everything to God. He said how we love others will determine where we spend eternity. Since... Continue Reading →
I got teary eyed reading a text from my grandson Boone. He was responding to a recent blogpost of mine. “Papa, I’m really happy to see you still writing these. It means more than you probably realize. I love reading every word. You’re such a beautiful human being, and somehow an even better friend, and... Continue Reading →
When I was a UPS driver, my Catholic boss asked me, “Walt, you see your job as your parish, don’t you?” A parish is a small spiritual community under the pastoral care of a priest or pastor. I’ve never thought of myself as a priest, but it’s true—Christians are called “a royal priesthood” 1 Peter... Continue Reading →
“But for you who fear my name, the Sun of Righteousness will rise with healing in his wings. And you will go free, leaping with joy like calves let out to pasture.” Malachi 4:2. Some Bible versions use the word “frolic” instead of leaping for joy in that verse. Some say, “skipping” and others, “playfully... 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 →
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