Many years ago, Matthew Henry, a well-known Bible scholar, was robbed of his wallet. Knowing that the Scriptures teach us to give thanks in everything (I Thess. 5:18), he meditated on this incident and recorded in his diary the following: "Let me be thankful, first, because he never robbed me before; second, because although he [...]
We came back from our two-month sabbatical yesterday. It is great to be back! During the past few months we were privileged to take time to rest and be refreshed, we had good times with the LORD, and we really enjoyed our time with our family! Tomorrow I leave for a ministry trip to Malaysia [...]
This will be my last blog for the next two months. LaVerne and I are taking a two-month sabbatical to detach from ministry and leadership. Our plan is simple: take time off to look back, look up, and look ahead. God created the world in six days and then took a day to rest. Every [...]
Let’s purpose in our hearts today to keep our “spiritual eyes” open. What do you see Jesus doing in your life, or in the lives of your loved ones, or in the lives of those He has placed around you? How has He called you to partner with Him to minister to those around you? [...]
I was on a flight to Brazil 25 years ago browsing through the airline magazine when my eyes riveted on a short article with four questions. These questions jumped off the page and were life-changing for me. I have continued to ask myself on a regular basis these four questions, sometimes called “The Four Killer [...]
It is so easy to make the mistake of relying too much on how we feel. One day we may feel close to God, the next day we don’t. Although getting in touch with our emotions is important, we cannot trust our feelings alone. We must trust the truth we find in the Word of [...]
I meet a lot of good people. And countless believe in a higher power. The only problem is many feel their good deeds will get them into heaven. But eternal salvation comes only through totally trusting in the Lord Jesus Christ as the sacrifice for our sin (John 3:16). People who hope they can “work” [...]
I learned to play the guitar when I was 16. And I have had the privilege of teaching many others to play the guitar during the past nearly 50 years. In fact, many of my students now play the guitar much better than I. If I taught you how to play the guitar, I would [...]
There is tremendous spiritual power released when we begin to experience the grace of God. Years ago, I was involved in a youth ministry. I remember coming home one day, and discovering that someone had taken a big rock and thrown it through our window. I knew the rock-thrower was someone we cared about and [...]
I am very excited about a young generation among us who are changing the world. Throughout history God has consistently called and anointed a young generation to fulfill His purposes. From young Joseph to David to the disciples of Jesus, the LORD has prepared young men and women to do great exploits for him. Acts [...]