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Spiritual Conversations: The Art of Listening
So, then, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath.” James 1:19 In my years as a missionary, a pastor, and witness…
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“How are you doing?” We hear and use this pleasantry all the time. And often the typical response is, “I’m fine, thank you.” But there are times when that seemingly…
Read MoreSpiritual Conversations: The Foundation of Prayer
One morning while enjoying breakfast with a pastor friend named Luke, he shared something about his devotional life that moved me, something simple, yet profound and powerful. Luke said everyday…
Read MoreSpiritual Conversations: Like a Box of Chocolates
In the well-known movie simply titled in honor of the lead character, played by one Tom Hanks, Forrest Gump famously evoked one of one of his momma’s sayings when he…
Read MoreLoving the Unlovable
To some it was repugnant, scandalous. To disregard sensible boundaries in the eyes of those completely opposed to it was an outrage. What was this controversial act? To the commoner…
Read MoreCults, Clarity, and Compassion
People are precious. People are image-bearers of our Creator God. Sharing the life-saving message of the gospel with people can be challenging. While telling someone about Jesus can be challenging,…
Read MoreThe Wonder of Newness
Stepping aboard brought forth a sense of excitement, nervousness, opportunity and adventure. This would be a milestone in my life. Stepping into the cabin of a helicopter in Glacier National…
Read MoreThe Consolation of Israel
It was a dark night for the nation of Israel, or more appropriately, a long dark season of silence. Roughly four hundred years with no prophetic words from God was…
Read MoreThe Faith Factor
Discrimination is a good thing! Whoa! What do I mean by that, you may wonder? Well, let’s define the word and unpack the context of the statement, which is also…
Read MoreYou Shall Be My Witnesses
I’ve had jury duty on several occasions. The last time I was called to serve on jury duty – at Federal Circuit Court in Greeneville, TN, the experience was different.…
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