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“Friends and Mentors”
Bob and Betty Crichton The Lord brings people into your life at just the right time and for many reasons. At certain junctures on the journey, He allows individuals to cross your path to help you find direction. Several years ago when I was serving at the Temple Baptist Church and Crown College, God providentially…
The Book That Saves the World
A few weeks ago I picked up a copy of the Wall Street Journal in a hotel. As I was breezing quickly through the sections...
A Good Resource and A New Song
Several weeks ago I had the privilege of speaking in a pastor's fellowship where Evangelist Byron Foxx was singing. He has been a real encouragement...
Integrity: Standing True In a Shifting World
Many years ago I was driving through the town I grew up in with my mother in the front seat and my sister in the...
A Word to the In-Laws
I know. The title has real potential. A preacher friend of mine recently said to me, "I have no problem with mother-in-laws. I love my...
7 Thoughts to Consider When You Are “Bored”
We live each day between two extremes. On one hand we fight the danger of idleness; on the other, the danger of busyness. Someone once...
An Aid for Your Prayer Life
Prayer is a help. It is our connection to the great Helper! Prayer is our lifeline to Heaven and the only way to live victoriously...
A Memorial Day Meditation
Like many Americans, I had the opportunity today to go by the cemetery where our family members are buried. The rolling hills were decorated with...
My New Favorite Airport
This week I have been in multiple airports. Some are better than others. All are the same after awhile! In a few minutes I am...
My Advice to Those Who Are Seeking God’s Will
This week I will speak in commencement exercises in a couple of states. I love these special meetings and it is an honor to be...
Our June Itinerary and Ministry Update
School is out and summer is upon us! These have been exceptionally busy weeks of travel and ministry. So many of you are praying for...
His Name Is Not A Swear Word!
Have you noticed it? I heard it sitting in a restaurant last week. It was muttered by someone who passed me in an airport recently....
A Goodly Heritage
It all started in the mountain state so near to my own heart. Anna Jarvis began to send carnations to her local church in...
The Best Thing In Your Town
As I travel week after week it is always fascinating to see the buildings and attractions that make each area unique. Large cities and rural...
Dealing with Disappointment – Part 2
Have you faced any disappointment in the last week? The last 24 hours? The last 10 minutes? It is inevitable. Disappointments come. In the last...
Dealing with Disappointment – Part I
We all have them. Disappointments are a part of life in an imperfect world. Every day we face the possibility of disappointment with circumstances, people,...
7 Things to Read Regularly
My daughter Lauren has recently developed a new fascination with reading. Over the last few days she has devoured several books, putting us all to...
