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Co-laborers for Christ
God has given His people a big work to do, and each of us have our own assignment from headquarters. Only the judgment seat of Christ will reveal the contribution of those who labor tirelessly behind the scenes. I know that without the partnership of so many we could never do what the Lord has…
Why this Week has been So Special
Today is a day for rest and reflection after a very busy week. We have just concluded our annual Baptist Friends Conference. This is always...
The Gift of Sleep
God grants special gifts every day. Little do we realize all that He provides. One of the most wonderful gifts God gives is sleep. We...
How to Pray for a Special Meeting
Today we begin our annual Baptist Friends Conference at Temple Baptist Church and Crown College. Pastor Sexton and our precious people love hosting this meeting...
Don’t Quit!
Napoleon said that in every major conflict there is a ten to fifteen minute period when the battle is won or lost. It is the...
3 Days I Never Want to Forget
Every day is a precious gift from God. Even difficult days are reminders of God's mercy and grace. I have enjoyed some wonderful days along...
The Secret of Enthusiasm
Frequently I have said to youth workers that the key to connecting with young people is simple: BE ENTHUSIASTIC! Not the fake, plastic "put on"...
Working through Your Weariness
This afternoon I had the privilege to spend a few minutes with some of our staff and faculty at Crown Southwest in Fort Worth, Texas....
Aquila and Priscilla: A Biblical Marriage
Aquila and Priscilla: A Biblical Marriage God’s design is for families to serve Christ together in a New Testament church. As we find our place...
Married Couples Serving God Together
Married Couples Serving God Together My wife and I just returned from our annual couples' retreat. We had the joy of spending some extra time...
Resources Just for Youth Workers
Today we had the privilege to host a number of youth directors on our campus at Crown College. In the luncheon we discussed plans to...
10 Reasons I Use A Journal Every Day
10 Reasons I Use A Journal Every Day At the end of 2008, I decided that I would try to begin writing in a journal...
8 Words That Have Helped Me Get More Done
We all have 1,440 minutes in a day. Try as you might, it is impossible to add time! It is possible, however, to make a...
My Favorite Prayer Quotes
Today the Lord spoke to my heart again concerning the matter of prayer. When I think of prayer I think: what a great privilege! Then...
Advice for High School Seniors
The senior year of high school can be both frightening and exciting. I love talking and praying with young people at this stage in life....
A Remedy for Every Fear
Google the word phobia. Fear has reached epidemic proportions. Millions of Americans live in fear every day. Worse, many believers have become content with allowing fear to control...
Tips for Those Who Teach Teens
One of the great joys of my life is the privilege to speak to young people. Recently I was listening to one of our youth...
