end of an era…

Any pet-friends out there? I’m definitely a pet-guy. As a young man growing up, I had a goal of “a wife, a house and a dog.” And I’ve been blessed to see all three dreams come true. The house and the wife are doing fantastic. But it’s...

the meaning of “literal”

Last week I sent you an email where I completely screwed up. Perhaps you saw it. Perhaps not. It really doesn’t matter, because I made a right hash of it. I want to make it up to you today. Here’s what I want to explore with you … What does it mean...

Thinking for yourself

Studying the Bible is a wonderful gift to the growing Christian. It leads to a fresh perspective on the Bible. When you study the Bible, you start to understand what it says. But understanding is not always easy. It places a burden on the student to hold a position...

the final word

I grew up the firstborn son of a Baptist preacher. It’s a unique kind of life that offers a strange set of advantages and challenges. I think it’s safe to say, it shaped me significantly and made me into the man I am today. Being a Pastor’s Kid (we...

I don’t know about that

A few weeks ago at church I was chatting with a friend. She’s a new author – she just got her first publishing contract and was sharing about the timeline to publish her book. She’s quite brilliant. She’s an accomplished women’s bible...