I’ve been chewing on this one for a while. Having friends/family that serve in areas hostile to the Gospel and teaching Acts on Sunday evenings has brought this to the forefront of my mind. Please pray for the Persecuted Church. I have a bad habit. If I hear a discussion on religion, I squeeze my … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: January 2011
A Birthday Musing
Today I turn 34. It’s time for me to make a difference. According to tradition my lifespan has surpassed that of Jesus’ time on earth in the form of a man. I cannot help but think, “What have I really accomplished in that amount of time?” I have been reading a biography on the German … Continue reading
Book List
I get asked all the time about what I’m reading and what I’ve read lately that’s helping me to develop my ministry and myself. Obvious answer #1 is: (drum-roll please) THE BIBLE! But I believe God has gifted many people with the gift of writing to edify and encourage others, so I decided to compile … Continue reading
Simplicity
I have a confession to make. I know it may come as a shock to some, and a disappointment to others, but to those who know me best, this confession has been a long time coming. I… am… a… clutter-bug. Whew! I said it! It’s now out in the open for all to see. It … Continue reading
Slave by John Mac Arthur
John Mac Arthur’s books have always been hit or miss for me. I either love them or really don’t get anything out of them. This one, Slave: The Hidden Truth About Your Identity in Christ, falls into the ‘love it!’ category. MacArthur takes great care in uncovering a truth that has been lost in many … Continue reading
Casting the Vision
There she was, my eleven-year-old daughter trying on her first pair of glasses. Not only was she looking way too grown up for my taste, she was looking. As we walked around the store later her eyes were wide with wonder as she was able to read clearly that which was but a few moments … Continue reading