A Army of Mice or Servant Leaders?
After almost 20 years of full-time pastoring (started at 22) and church planting- both in the U.S. and overseas—- I am never surprised by how fast a church can grow with little to no discipleship. It’s like raising up an army of mice. However, what does surprise me is how many pastors keep doing…
Read MoreMy Personal Miracle Journal
Below is raw footage from my third trip to India in 2011 where a man gets set free from a demon. It happened at the end of the service when I was doing the altar call. The man began to scream in agony and was brought up to the front for deliverance. Generally, I like to…
Read MoreThe Power of Prayer
The privilege and the power of prayer cannot be over stated or mentioned too much. Disciples of Christ are able to pray and have the same kind of relationship Jesus had with the Father through the Holy Spirit in prayer. EPHESIANS 6:10-20 10 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. 11…
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The Full Armor of God
Jesus promised His disciples two things in this world- ONE, we will have troubles and TWO, He has overcome them all! John 16:33, “…In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” May God use the inspired teachings of Paul to help insure our victory over every battle we face,…
Read MoreWhy I Believe the U.S. is the Best Nation in the World
Please note that I am not overlooking our present problems (such as abortion, violence, corruption, etc) nor the problems of the past (slavery, treatment of Native Americans, Jim Crow, etc) but I am sharing why even despite these things, as far as current countries go- the U.S. is still the best. 1. OUR FREEDOMS:…
Read MoreCloud of Witnesses
Today God is raising up a generation of world changers, history makers and roof breakers! HEBREWS 12:1-3 1 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for…
Read MoreWorking Unto Christ
Work has always been apart of the human experience from the beginning of creation (Genesis 1:28). However, after the fall there has been unhealthy structures in which work was done. In today’s passage, Paul reminds us of how to work within hierarchical structures in a way that honors God! EPHESIANS 6:5-9 5 Slaves obey your…
Read MoreJesus’ Talk to the Seven Churches
Enjoy this goodie from my personal study of Jesus’ words to the seven churches of Asia. Unlike some, I don’t believe they represent “church ages” but rather I believe they are “church categories,” like in an assement that can be applied to individual churches (or regional). Just a few take-ways: Only two churches don’t…
Read More13 Rules to Follow to be a Relevant Church
Please enjoy the following list: Never discuss controversial subjects from the pulpit- leave the people wondering what you believe the Bible teaches about current events and issues. Don’t require too much from people- especially new Christians; teach them to obey God’s commands in bite-sized bits- total transformation is unrealistic. Be spiritual in your worship but…
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