“Out of the overflow of the heart, the mouth speaks.” Luke 6:45
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 →
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 →
“You’re only as sick as your secrets,” said a man in our Saturday morning men’s group. I am amazed by the love these guys have for each other. First-timers feel so safe they open up and share their burdens, and if needed, confess their sins. It’s beautiful …and much wanted. “When I refused to confess... Continue Reading →
Years ago Marci and I wrote a song encouraging kids around the country to, “Say Thank You” (for all that comes your way.)” Thankfulness begins in the heart, but its power is not fully released until it is spoken. Paul and Silas had been flogged within an inch of their lives for telling others about... Continue Reading →
I have friends who fear at times that God has stopped loving them because they keep screwing up. They have an unhealthy fear of Him. Fear is not always a bad thing. We are told in scripture too, “Work out your salvation with fear and trembling.” Philippians 2:12 I used to think the fear of... Continue Reading →
In 2004 my mother had a brain stem stroke. Her doctors told us they had never seen anyone recover from a stroke of this magnitude. While she was in the hospital I would go into her room after visiting hours and pray for healing. We also enlisted an army of people to pray. After several... Continue Reading →
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