Teaching Prayer

Tomorrow is the day. 28 people from my church are going to show up for a class I’m teaching called “Unceasing Prayer.” Nobody in the class knows this, but I’ve been wrestling with this teaching program for over 2 years! It’s been a much...

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 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...

worshipping at ancient high places

How ancient Israel kept on sinning When you read the Old Testament, undoubtedly you are going to come across many references to “high places”. What the heck is that??? That’s a great question and for as often as they show up in the Old Testament, I...

like the smell of home cooking

Is there a food that transports you back in time to a specific place? It might be your mother’s special family meal.  Or perhaps your grandma’s baking. Maybe you connect to the aroma of a special meal at a restaurant. There is something about food –...