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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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Announcing the Legacy Archives

At Enjoying the Journey, we are truly thankful for the rich heritage of Bible teaching and preaching that has been passed down to us. Christians must believe, apply, and minister the Word of God in the present day, but that is best done with an appreciation for those who stood for truth in previous generations.…

It is conspicuous that the Scriptures tell us very little about the speaking ability or style of any of the men most greatly used of our Lord. The Word is more important than the voice.

Preachers Are All Different!

No two people are the same, and no two preachers are either. The gifts and callings of God are unique in the life of every...
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A Poem, A Principle, and A Prayer

When I was in college someone gave me a copy of an anonymous  poem about the Bible as God's revelation of Himself. Today we begin...
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Our April 2018 Itinerary

It is hard to imagine that we are near the end of the first quarter of 2018! Next week we will publish our quarterly family...
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My Advice To A Young Preacher

My Advice To A Young Preacher Recently a teenage boy wrote to tell me that God had called him to be a preacher. What a...
Journey Through Scripture Bible Reading Plan, One year Bible reading plan

“Journey Through Scripture” One-Year Plans

Just this week as I was reading God's Word I noticed a reference that Jesus made to the reading of Scripture. In Luke 6:3, Christ...
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Special Announcement!

I am so very excited about the news I am going to share with you today! At the beginning of this year we began a...
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Cliche Christianity

Cliche Christianity So much of our Christianity has become trite and cliché. Words often overused and underappreciated are commonplace. Do we even think about the...
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Why I Was Wrong About Reading Fiction

For many years I almost prided myself in not reading fiction. "I read real stories." Some time ago I was given a work of Christian...
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An Opportunity to Invest in the Gospel

Not all investments are good ones! Investing in the gospel is always a wise investment. Today I am traveling to preach the Word of God....
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Politics, Local Government, and Good Candidates

Two months from today is primary election day in West Virginia. While I do not believe that politics is the answer for our nation, I...
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GUEST POST: Preaching 101

Pastor Kenny Kuykendall is being mightily used of the Lord in Lawrenceville, Georgia. It was my privilege to review his newest book on preaching. I...
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The Influence of Evangelist Billy Graham

Like so many days, I am flying through the Charlotte, North Carolina airport this morning. Four miles from the terminal a private memorial service is...

Our March Itinerary and Family Update

The Lord has been so faithful to us in the opening weeks of this year. Thank you for your continued prayers. I closed out a...
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Would You Join Our Daily Bible Study?

Today on "Enjoying the Journey" we conclude our study through the book of Philippians. I have heard from people across the country and even outside...
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My Shortest Post Ever – 2 Words to Help You Today

This is the time of year when so many people become sluggish. Schedules are hectic. The newness of the new year has worn off and...
President's Day, the White House, Pray for the man who is in authority right now in our nation. President's Day should be a prayer day for those who understand that our greatest need is not political revolution, economic recovery, or social reform...it is spiritual revival.

A President’s Day Prayer

A President's Day Prayer Today is President's Day in the United States. In the war zone that is the American political system, it is often...
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Tribute to An Encourager

There are a few men who are admired by believers of all backgrounds. These are special men. Men who make an impact far outside their...
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7 Specific Prayers for the One You Love

This week is, of course, a special time for sweethearts, and I am truly grateful for mine. On Valentine's Day, we often think more about...