Not Activism. Not Pietism. Witnessing.

(Acts 1:6–11) When Jesus was about to ascend into heaven, His disciples still didn’t quite get it. They asked, “Lord, are you at this time going to restore the kingdom to Israel?” They were thinking about power, politics, and national restoration — in other words, activism.But Jesus gently redirected them. “It’s not for you to know […]

What about Halloween?

I’ve been in a lively discussion with other pastors on social media lately about Halloween — should we celebrate it, ignore it, or avoid it altogether? The answer is both NO … and YES. Let me explain. It’s true that Halloween has deep spiritual roots that tie back to darkness. Some of its traditions stem from the night […]

Trunk or Treat biblical Ideas

If your church/school/organization/neighborhood is having a Trunk or Treat this year and you are trying to come up with some ideas for what to do, here are a few suggestions. Comment below on the one you chose if you take one from this list. I’d like to know and will pray for you as you […]

Life Changing Moments

I’ve had plenty of life changing moments. The birth of my two children, changing ministries, dealing with hurt from people who either knew better or didn’t care what they were doing to me, and unexpected God moments that propelled me into a deeper more meaningful faith. My first life changing moment was when I was […]

Temptation

Temptation comes in many forms with many lies. The lies are not just based on “benefits” it promises but can never deliver on. The lies it tells you that are the most dangerous are the ones it tells you about your current reality. It’s the things it tells you before you commit to the deed. […]

It’s the first one without you.

I can’t say I was looking forward to this weekend like I have in years past. You are gone and Father’s Day feels empty. Tonight would have been our traditional get together. We all would have gone to a restaurant of your choice… Chilis Stamey’s BBQ Buffalo Wild Wings. And I would have given you […]