This past weekend I attended my 40 year high school class reunion, joined by 3 dozen former classmates. We had a great time hanging out, reminiscing and catching up. But there was one brief element that was difficult. I was given the dreadful honor of leading a brief memorial for classmates who have passed away. … Continue reading Are You Sure?
Announcing: New eBook: The Journey
From the time we accept Christ through all of life’s daily ups and downs, we are on a journey with God. “The Journey” is a book that explores life with God as an intentional walk. It is a concise and accessible answer to the question, “what does it mean now that I’m a Christian?” And … Continue reading Announcing: New eBook: The Journey
Flood of Coronavirus?
Food for thought: In the Bible, prior to the great flood it says that all mankind had become corrupt. God tells Noah that he’s going to send a flood to destroy men because the earth is “filled with violence”. (Gen 6:13). After the flood, God promised he would never destroy all men by a flood … Continue reading Flood of Coronavirus?
JESUS WEPT!
It has been almost a full week since we all heard the news of the sudden, tragic death of Kobe Bryant, his daughter and 7 other souls, as a result of a helicopter crash. By now we have seen or heard about countless tributes, and public displays showing how this calamity has affected people. Prayers … Continue reading JESUS WEPT!
GROW UP!
The Plague of Adult Immaturity When I was a child, I used to speak like a child, think like a child, reason like a child; when I became a man, I did away with childish things. 1 Cor 13:11 I read an article the other day in the Wall Street Journal in which the author … Continue reading GROW UP!
The Journey – Intentional Christianity
A young man named Andre went to church one Sunday and sat in the last row. Things hadn’t been going well for him since his grandmother passed away a few weeks earlier. After the choir sang a song, the preacher started talking, and Andre listened. Before long something strange began to happen. It seemed like … Continue reading The Journey – Intentional Christianity
Micki will STOP THE VIOLENCE!
Today I watched my youngest child graduate from a teacher residency program in Chicago (AUSL) and, I hate to admit it, but I had mixed emotions. I have no doubt that she is being led by God in this direction and I’m thankful that at 23 years old she has such drive and purpose. On … Continue reading Micki will STOP THE VIOLENCE!
Book Release: The Second Peter Principle
I am pleased to announce the release of my first book, The Second Peter Principle: Keys to Becoming an Effective Christian. The book is based on 2 Peter 1:3-10 and is an engaging yet instructive word for Christians who want to discover how to apply the Bible to everyday life. I focus on God's prescription … Continue reading Book Release: The Second Peter Principle
The 2nd Peter Principle – Book Intro
The following is the introduction to my soon-to-be- completed book, "The 2nd Peter Principle". I'm interested in feedback: I’ve been a Christian for over 20 years now. I wish I could say that I’ve been a good Christian for all this time, but the best I can say is that I’ve been an intentional Christian. … Continue reading The 2nd Peter Principle – Book Intro
The First Redeemed
“I am ready to die.” That’s what he kept telling himself as he lay in his own body fluids on the floor of his cell. “I am ready to die.” But in his heart, fear reigned. In the darkness, he couldn’t prevent his mind from wondering what will happen next. What will happen after the … Continue reading The First Redeemed
