Defeating the ME in each of us!

It something we all face every day. It’s the selfish, self-serving, self-preserving side of us that wants to fulfill our flesh-generated desires with micro-fast speed.  It’s the side of us that does not want to be bothered with other people’s problems, with day-altering decisions, or requests for our time, our service, or our stuff. TheContinue reading “Defeating the ME in each of us!”

A Line In The Sand

On Father’s Day Sunday I was blessed with an opportunity to share a word that God has placed on my heart for the past few months.  It’s a simple word, one that most people will identify with, but one that is life changing if we can only apply it. The message was about drawing aContinue reading “A Line In The Sand”

Now Reading… “Not A Fan” by Kyle Idleman

I just started this book yesterday but already look forward to reading it every chance I get.  “Not A Fan” is a challenge to those who believe in Jesus, who do good things in the name of Jesus, and who think they are living their life for Jesus to take a serious look to seeContinue reading “Now Reading… “Not A Fan” by Kyle Idleman”

It’s Hard To Be Quiet When Your Passion Is Stirred.

  What’s your passion? Are you moved by world hunger and poverty?  Does child-abuse or neglect really affect you?  Are you moved by a particular cause like abortion or the support of young mothers facing this decision?  Most people are passionate about something, even if it’s football.  And because we care so much about thisContinue reading “It’s Hard To Be Quiet When Your Passion Is Stirred.”

Want The Fire Of God To Consume Your Life? Just Add Water!

“I want God to consume my life.” Is this a familiar phrase to you?  It’s a comment that many of us make.  We want God to send the fire down, set us ablaze with passion and anointing, and use us to make history or at least to change the world around us.  I’ll admit thatContinue reading “Want The Fire Of God To Consume Your Life? Just Add Water!”

How Retreating Was One Of The Best Things I’ve Ever Done.

Retreating? In most cases, the thought of retreat seems weak and cowardly. When a group retreats it means the battle is lost and the injured survivors gather together, bandage their wounds, and hope for the best. Well let me tell you, the couple’s retreat we attended this past weekend was anything but weak and cowardly!Continue reading “How Retreating Was One Of The Best Things I’ve Ever Done.”