Devotional Blog

On every trip, decisions are made. Along the road of life, we inevitably face intersections and decisions about which way to go. It is at those moments that we must live by faith, asking God for wisdom and believing that He will never lead in the wrong direction. It is our hope that each article on the blog will encourage you to keep enjoying the journey…and look for Jesus along the way.

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The Valley of Achor

The Valley of Achor 

The Valley of Achor   “And Joshua, and all Israel with him, took Achan the son of Zerah, and the silver, and the garment, and the wedge of gold, and his sons, and his daughters, and his oxen, and his asses, and his sheep, and his tent, and all that he had: and they brought them…

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Life’s Training Wheels

Summer is a wonderful season to invest in young people. Over the last few days I have had the opportunity to spend substantial time with...
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It’s Time To Stop Being Sorry

Some people live their entire life in an apologetic tone. The words “I’m sorry” are necessary and helpful, but they cannot become your identity. Yes,...
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7 Keys to A Great Summer Camp

For many years summer camp was an institution for young people across the country. In recent years the proliferation of so many other events have...
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New Podcast Series: A Message We All Need

Today we conclude our study of "The Twelve" with a final word to all would-be followers of Jesus. I hope you will listen to this...
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Rest Is More Than A Conference

Rest was built into the creation week for a reason. Have you ever considered that the first day man ever lived on this planet was...
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4 Suggestions for Listening to Podcasts

"Have you ever thought about doing a podcast?" The young lady who first asked me this question was a missionary in China and interested in...
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Meditations On Revival

In a world marred by sin and marked by suffering God’s people must constantly be reminded of the admonition: “Set your affection on things above,...
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Taking Your Family To The Next Level

When I was a young man in Bible College I remember Pastor Sexton telling us that as we grew we must always work to bring...
Advice To A Teenage Preacher

Needed: Heart Preaching

There are all types of preachers and a variety of delivery styles. For years I told young men in homiletics that the important thing was...
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Why Does God Bless ANY of Us?

There are some meetings that stand out in your memory, not because of what God did in others but because of what God did in...
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A Divine Preservative

I love preserves...grape, strawberry, blueberry, blackberry...yes, I like them all! The preservative principle is that some substance is used to prevent something whole and fresh...
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Would You Join Us Tuesday Night?

Monday is a special day of remembrance across our nation as we reflect on those who have given their lives to protect our liberty. For...
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HELP WANTED

Most communities at this time report that local businesses are experiencing a shortage of workers. Ask owners and managers and you will find that many...
5 Things Every Church Member Can Do For Their Church Today

3 Things Your Pastor Needs Now

Every week I speak with pastors who are trying to keep their local church moving forward in the face of intense opposition. Pastors are called on...
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Don’t Lose Your Laughter!

This week the Lord reminded me of a simple and yet profound truth. Tammy was taking me to the airport and we were talking about...
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A New Listening Option for Full Length Bible Messages

"The Lord gave the word: great was the company of those that published it" (Psalm 68:11). Technology and media platforms have provided amazing ways of...
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Prime Time for Churches

This is not the worst time to be alive and serving God - this is the best time! Never before have people been more hopeless...
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The Revelation Series and Our Next Study

My heart has been helped studying through the Revelation of Jesus Christ over the last several months. Christians have no reason to dread and every...