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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A journey through 1 John reveals our place in the family of God, how we can have assurance, and that our joy is rooted in Christ.

Journey through 1 John

Journey Through 1 John Five men in the New Testament bear the name John. The name means “Jehovah is gracious,” but one of them seems to stand head and shoulders above all the rest. Before he became a disciple, he was a fisherman. He was actually a cousin of the Lord Jesus Christ. Their mothers…

Our July Itinerary and a Special Request

The months are passing so quickly! Six months ago my family and I stepped out into full time evangelism. God has been so good and...
Almost every day, the topic of the devotional life comes up. We all struggle with it. Not just consistency, but truly having a meaningful time with God. George Muller devotional life and counsel

The Book That Saves the World

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...
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A Good Resource and A New Song

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...

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...

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...
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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...
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His Name Is Not A Swear Word!

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...
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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...
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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...
Disappointments are a part of life in an imperfect world. Every day we deal with disappointments with circumstances, people, and even ourselves. Dealing with Disappointment - Part I, Luke 24

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...
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This Is Our Generation

Last night I finished preaching in another youth conference. These are special meetings and more needed than ever. It was a privilege to have our...
This is the battle that never ends! Every day that we forget this truth is a day that will end in defeat. Flesh may pretend to be religious. It may "play dead" and not speak for a time. But it will rise up again, and we must be ready. Someone once observed that the first war that must be waged is a war against our own lusts.

The Battle That Never Ends

The Battle That Never Ends As a young Christian I imagined that some day it would get easier. My flesh would not rear its ugly...