Fruit and Beans

Christians, recently I was asked to lead the devotional at the board meeting of an organization I am currently helping by serving in various capacities.  As I thought about what to share with the group, I thought about the organization itself and how I got involved.  I thought about the different levels of serving, the … More Fruit and Beans

The Chair

Christians, please enjoy this revelation received and written by my lovely wife: As I was reading on the couch, my son came out of his room to ask me to get a toy garage on top of a pretty high shelf in the attic.  I proceeded to tell him I would get it for him … More The Chair

Leave it in the Valley

Christians, if you have ever watched anything about mountain climbing, you begin to realize that every tool, every piece of equipment has a specific purpose and function.  Some items, such as clothing or gloves and goggles, protect from the elements experienced on the climb.  Other tools, ropes, hooks, and hammers all aid the climber in … More Leave it in the Valley

Making the Turn

Christians, when you think of running a huge race, such as a marathon, it seems like an overwhelming feat.  Most people train for months, potentially years preparing themselves.  Working their way up, running 3, 5, 10, 15 miles never getting to 26.2 miles, but doing a portion run.   Our Christian walk is the same … More Making the Turn

Mere Words

Christians, previously when I was going through a test from the Lord, He was using a very non-serious physical “health” issue.  To be honest, my eye was red, although it looked a little like pink-eye, it wasn’t.  After prayer, a natural home remedy (honey burns when put in your eye, not recommended), and some over … More Mere Words

Conviction, Education, Application, Passion Pt. 2

Christians, we talked last week about God’s four step process and how it works.  God showed me more about the idea of Passion.  Why passion?  It is a strong will or desire to do something, you cannot be easily persuaded to do.  God instills convictions and educates us (usually) in the desert times, then He … More Conviction, Education, Application, Passion Pt. 2