Whose Side is God On? You can safely assume that you have created God in your own image when it turns out that God hates all the same people you do. - Anne Lamott Read more
Soul Fitness: God's Photo Album It is estimated that 105 billion people have lived on this planet, according to PubMed.gov. That is a huge number. Best estimates say the world population is currently around seven billion. Can you wrap your mind around 105 billion, let alone seve... Read more
Are You a Prayer Worrier or a Prayer Warrior? Most of us tend to pray when things seem to get out of control. We pray when we notice we need God's help because we can't seem to do things independently. Don't get me wrong, this is a great time to pray, but why do we wait until things are out o... Read more
Why I Believe in a Creator Preface: Let me set the stage for this article by sharing my worldview. I believe in a literal 7-day creation, made, designed and executed by the God of Scripture. I take the Bible literally, and that begins with the book of Genesis. My viewpoint ... Read more
Find Courage to Let Go Leaders often talk of the importance of letting the next generation take on leadership roles in the church. However, in my experience as a young child and as a leader, it tends to be more talk than action. Read more
No Fear in Love, Part 3 "If you are repentant, it means that you love. And if you love, you already belong to God." — Fyodor Dostoevsky Read more
4 Ways to Boost Emotional Development in Kids I don’t know about you all, but for me, the past 18 months hasn’t always been easy. In fact, it’s often been a stressful time with school, work, quarantine, lockdown and just day-to-day life during a pandemic. We’ve dealt with some big issues emot... Read more
From Where I Stand: A Visit With Jesus I talked with Jesus today. I wasn't praying. I picked up my office phone and held an audible two-way conversation with Jesus. Read more
From Where I Stand: Helpless Returning home from my nephew's baptism this weekend, I turned on the radio to help pass time. My mind drifted as I slogged through interstate construction traffic. All of a sudden, a woman's voice wrenched me back to the present. Read more