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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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The theme of the book of Zephaniah is this: judgment brings bitterness: the extent of judgment, and blessing: the intent of judgment.

Journey Through Zephaniah

Journey Through Zephaniah One of my favorite verses in the Old Testament is found in the little Book of Zephaniah. At the conclusion of our journey through Zephaniah, I will share the verse with you that has encouraged me so much. The Book of Zephaniah is a much-neglected book. For example, what do you know…

More than 65 verses in Scripture refer to seasons. Seasons are God's measurement of the stages of life. God is in the Changing Seasons of Life

The Changing Seasons of Life

Fall is my favorite time of the year. At least in the fall! I actually love all of the seasons and am blessed to live...

New Beginnings

Today we open the doors of Crown College for its 23rd year.  I remember well the day 19 years ago this week when I showed...
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The Power of History

I live around history...and I love it.  Just outside my office at Crown College was a 30,000 square foot Christian Heritage Center.  For me, history...

Remembering

Just a few days ago I had the privilege of being back where I grew up in West Virginia.  It was refreshing to walk around...

My Greatest Need

Every generation requires true men of God who carry on the work of the Lord in the power of the Holy Spirit.   An entry in...

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"...
Aquila and Priscilla were tentmakers by trade. They worked with Paul. They were faithful in the most worldly cities of the Roman empire.

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

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...
writing in a journal each day has been the most helpful daily discipline I have ever followed, outside of prayer and the reading of God's Word. David kept a journal. Read the Psalms, Journals, reasons to use a journal why I use a journal

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....