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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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I have the greatest respect for ministry staff members who come alongside the pastor for one purpose: to help the pastor as he leads the church under God.

My Advice for Ministry Staff Members

Over the last few years, I have had the privilege of spending time with a number of church staff members in the places where I have been preaching. This is always a great joy for me. More than eighteen years of my life and ministry were spent as a staff member. Tammy and I were…

He Lives

Hymn History: He Lives

"And he saith unto them, Be not affrighted: Ye seek Jesus of Nazareth, which was crucified: he is risen; he is not here: behold the...
I'd Rather Have Jesus

Hymn History: I’d Rather Have Jesus

“By faith Moses, when he was come to years, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh's daughter; Choosing rather to suffer affliction with the...
7 Things Christians Must Remember in Financial Crisis, money trouble, financial problems as Christians

7 Things Christians Must Remember in Financial Crisis

7 Things Christians Must Remember in Financial Crisis History does repeat itself. The most prosperous nations on earth have eventually and repeatedly faced their economic...
Study the final seven sayings of Christ from the cross. All you need to know about our Lord is revealed in the final words of Jesus on the Cross, Jesus's 7 Cries from the Cross

The Sounds of Calvary

Have you ever stood in your mind at Calvary on the day that Jesus died? Use your sanctified imagination and stand quietly with Mary and...
Saved By Grace

Hymn History: Saved By Grace

“For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man...
Questions About the Evangelist (Part 2). Sadly, the gift of the evangelist has been sorely (and sadly) neglected in many places. Q 4: Are there evangelists mentioned in Scripture? Q 5: What is the relation of an evangelist to a pastor and local church?

Questions About the Evangelist (Part 2)

Questions About the Evangelist (Part 2) The gift of the evangelist has been sorely (and sadly) neglected in many places. This is to the detriment...
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Planning for a Profitable Summer by Pastor Ryan Thompson

The following article was written by our friend, Pastor Ryan Thompson of Newport Beach, CA. Ryan is being used of God to lead the Liberty...
Gypsy Smith was one of the most loved evangelists of all time. When he would give his life story, crowds overfilled churches and auditoriums around the world. Havner: "What's the secret?" Gypsy Smith answered, "Sir, I have never lost the wonder of it all." This simple statement gave birth to the hymn..

Gypsy Smith: I Have Never Lost the Wonder of It All

Gypsy Smith and the Hymn "I Have Never Lost the Wonder of It All" Gypsy Smith was one of the most loved evangelists of all...
Questions About the Evangelist (Part 1). The mission and ministry of the evangelist is rooted in his message - or, we should say, God’s message. Q 1: What is an evangelist? Q 3: Was Jesus an evangelist? If yes, where do we find Scriptural basis for this?

Questions About the Evangelist (Part 1)

Questions About the Evangelist (Part 1) A few months ago, I answered a number of questions that had been given to me related to the...
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An Open Letter from My Friend…

Dear friends, In 2018, Scott Pauley and I hosted the first Rest Conference at Tabernacle Baptist Church in Hickory, NC. Our friend, Shane Lewis, who...
Hymn History: Let the Lower Lights Be Burning

Hymn History: Let the Lower Lights Be Burning

Hymn History: Let the Lower Lights Be Burning "Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your...
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Your Kids Grow You.

Last night was a very special night for me and Tammy. For more than twenty years we had the privilege of being a part of...
He Leadeth Me

Hymn History: He Leadeth Me

"The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters....
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Do You Know the Four Verses?

Recently I was sharing with a friend some of what God is teaching me through Psalm 119 this year. (Read more here.) It has been...
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Next Week’s Gospel Crusade!

These are days for the advancement of the gospel! People need the message of hope that is found only in the Lord Jesus. This is...
I Will Sing of My Redeemer

Hymn History: I Will Sing of My Redeemer

“Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works." – Titus 2:14...
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Good Resource on the “Minor Prophets”

Are you a life-long learner? We are all supposed to be life-long students of Scripture. It is impossible to exhaust God's infinite truth! You can...
Sunday, 5 Ways You Can Help Your Pastor On Sunday

5 Ways You Can Help Your Pastor On Sunday

5 Ways You Can Help Your Pastor On Sunday For those who know Jesus every Lord's day is a celebration of the risen Christ. We...