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Influence the World for Christ
Influence the World for Christ The Rise of Social Media Influencers The popularity of social media platforms such as TikTok and YouTube has caused our world to be obsessed with fame. Many teens and adults quietly (or not so quietly) dream of becoming famous, “going viral”, and reaching others with their message. This cultural shift…
Kind People in a Mean World
There once was a school that had but one rule. (Oh, what a wonderful place that would be!) It is now known as Washington and...
Joy in the Midst of Conflict
Lester Roloff used to sing an old gospel song that said, "It's a battlefield brother, not a recreation room. It's a fight and not a...
Why I Believe In Saying, “Amen!”
Amen. It is usually the last word. It is the last word in the model prayer. It is the last word of the Bible. It...
When It Is Time to Go
Recently I wrote a post on the discipline and joys of staying where God put you. Like the Psalmist David we sometimes feel like we...
Stay.
It is often easier to leave. Problems come and we think that is our cue to go. Our transient world tends to promote this idea....
We Don’t Need A Hero!
On Friday, January 24, 2014 the USA Today ran an article on a Texas politician. It opened with these words: "We don't need a hero."...
3 Dangers of Technology Overload and What to Do About It
3 Dangers of Technology Overload and What to Do About It Look around you. Heads are bowed. People are quiet. No, they are not praying....
The Influence of a Good Friend
The wisest man who ever lived teaches us that "he that walketh with wise men shall be wise" (Proverbs 13:20). Friends have tremendous influence. For...
Living in the Present
Two of life's greatest enemies are the past and the future. I cannot change yesterday. I do not yet have tomorrow. And if I am...
7 Things to Pray for Your Pastor
7 Things to Pray for Your Pastor Everyone expects the pastor to pray for his people. But pastors need prayer too. In fact, they need...
Pass It On
Have you ever wondered why God blesses any of us? One thing is sure. It is not because we deserve it. All of His blessings...
A Word for Christians about President’s Day
A Word for Christians about President's Day President's Day should be a reminder to pray. To pray for our president and for our nation. It...
The Years Are Passing Too Quickly
I know, I know - I sound like an old man. Suddenly all of the things I heard the "old people" say years ago are...
Praying the Proverbs
Many years ago someone suggested to me that I make a practice of reading a passage in the book of Proverbs every day. It is...
My First Sermon and What I am Now Learning From It
On a Thursday night in July of 1989 God made clear to me that He wanted me to be a preacher. I was 12 years...
What to Do When You Have Questions
What to Do When You Have Questions Questions are opportunities to teach. God gave explicit instructions to Israel about what to say when your children...
