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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There are many who base their entire view of themselves, their purpose, and their worth on the perception of others. In our day, many people allow social media algorithms to define them rather than our eternal God. Algorithms or Almighty God? This is a Battle for Definition.

Algorithms or Almighty God: Who Defines You?

Over the last couple of years, I have taken up the hobby and side hustle of woodworking. I enjoy the process of taking raw, often deformed, wood and carving it. Gradually, it takes shape into something that people can use for a definite purpose. In many ways, it reminds me of the work God does…

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...

May Ministry Itinerary and Update

God is at work all over our world. When He declared that "evil men and seducers shall wax worse and worse" He did not say...
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My Struggle with Doubt and the Victory I Found

My Struggle with Doubt and the Victory I Found It was the darkest time of my life spiritually. Like many believers, I struggled through a...
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Identity Matters

We are living in a day of identity confusion, gender confusion, political confusion, and doctrinal confusion. A confusion of roles within the family. Confusion seems...
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April Itinerary and Ministry Update

Thank you to so many friends who have joined with us in prayer for the advancement of the gospel and revival! We are just completing...

It Works!

It Works A man shared the most encouraging phone call with me yesterday. This man attended a men's conference that I had the privilege of...
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Daily Fellowship (Daily Living – Part 9)

Recently as I was caring for some personal business the Lord reminded me of a wonderful principle. God's people should be helping God's people. The...
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Lessons Learned on My Daily Run

Lessons Learned on My Daily Run Running has become for me many things. It is a means to stay in shape, a stress reliever, time...

Are the Progressives Really Progressing?

Let's clear the air...No, this is not a post about politics. And, no, I am not a progressive. With our current political climate the term...
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Daily Witness (Daily Living – Part 8)

Every day is a gift. Yes, they are a gift from God, but for the discerning Christian they are also a gift to God. The...
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Daily Wisdom (Daily Living – Part 7)

I have shared several thoughts concerning the daily Christian life. On the front of my calendar I have written: "Plan for the future, but live...
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Daily Battles (Daily Living – Part 6)

There are many daily blessings in the Christian life. There are also Daily Battles. One of the ironies of walking with Christ is that much...

A Better Way to Say Goodbye

Over the last few months several of my dearest friends have said goodbye to loved ones and watched them slip away to Heaven. Moments like...

March Itinerary and Special Request for Prayer

Many friends have taken up a ministry of prayer on our behalf. In just a few days we will begin sending a monthly update via...
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Daily Dying (Daily Living – Part 5)

Walking with Christ is a daily matter. For me, the emphasis of daily habits for a pleasing Christian life has been a reminder that I...

Let’s Hear It For the Preacher’s Wife!

Brace yourself for a lengthy dedication! This post is dedicated to my beautiful wife, my loving mother, my faithful pastor's wife, my wonderful sister and...