Pastor. Writer. Speaker. Jesus-follower. Light-giver. Sinner. Saint.
American pastors are abandoning their posts, left and right, and at an alarming rate. They are not leaving their churches and getting other jobs. Congregations still pay their salaries. Their names remain on the church stationary and they continue to … [Continue reading]
I'd rather see a sermon than hear one any day; I'd rather one should walk with me than merely tell the way. The eye's a better pupil and more willing than the ear, Fine counsel is confusing, but example's always clear; And the best of all … [Continue reading]
There is quite a stir about Rob Bell’s soon to be released book – Love Wins. It is about heaven, hell, and the fate of every person who has ever lived. Judging by the response to a book that no one has even read yet, Bell has certainly hit a … [Continue reading]
Resurrection I’m tired, Lord, and have grown weak. I serve, and give, and die, and leak. Crucifixion has been my life’s selection But now I’m praying for resurrection. I’ve died a thousand deaths to obey your call; Lost my life, lost it … [Continue reading]
I once was part of a survey on spiritual formation. Thousands of people were asked when they grew most spiritually, and what contributed to their growth. The number one contributor to spiritual growth was not transformational teaching. It was not … [Continue reading]
