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Lessons God is Teaching Me about My Family
Lessons God is Teaching Me about My Family My kids are growing up so quickly. We are entering a new season as “empty-nesters.” I feel like I am getting old so quickly! Life moves along at a rapid pace, and God is teaching me many things. I am not the husband or father that I…
What About Eternity?
A friend and I were enjoying a time of fellowship together just a few days ago. During the conversation I asked about a man who...
A Word for Young People About Parents
Like most children, when I was very young, I memorized the Ten Commandments. The fifth commandment says, “Honour thy father and thy mother.” It is...
Dealing with Goodbyes
Goodbyes are hard. I was standing in a security line at an airport not long ago preparing to go through the regular process that has...
Pop Culture and Pop Christianity
Pop Culture and Pop Christianity The attitudes and ideas of “popular culture” expressed through music and current trends have exploded through the various means of...
The Power of a Personal Letter
The Power of a Personal Letter Recently I was sitting in my study at home when my oldest daughter came in and proudly announced, “Dad,...
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...
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
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...
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"...
