Fresh heart for the journey
Is your seat belt tightened? Is the life preserver you’re wearing holding your head above the dark waters of this pandemic? Is your hope intact? Do you feel like the foundation under you has been replaced by a sink hole? If you are struggling right now, can I give some words of encouragement to enable […]
We seem to be at a crossroad. For many decades my Christian faith has been my guiding force – my ‘North Star’. My relationship with Jesus has guided my entire life. What He says – goes. My behavior has been modeled by his Word. Until recently there has been little pushback against my beliefs. […]
Being rescued can be a tricky thing. As we have watched the drama unfold recently in Texas, we got a front row seat for some dramatic and timely rescues. I say it’s tricky because there are several elements going on simultaneously: you are in trouble and need help – someone must be looking for […]
I don’t own a gun for protection for the same reason I quit using my table saw. I don’t want to go to heaven accidentally. I know I’d sleep more confidently knowing there was a loaded pistol nearby. The trick would be waking up quickly and being awake enough to know where the […]
What a difference a leader makes! Little Josiah was only eight years old when he became king of Judah. Both his father and grandfather had failed miserably as godly kings before him. But in his eighteenth year as ruler, this twenty-six year old monarch was given a copy of God’s covenant with Israel. As […]
Standing on the promises I cannot fall, Listening every moment to the Spirit’s call Resting in my Savior as my all in all, Standing on the promises of God. Russell Carter 1886 Public Domain It’s one of the old songs … the kind that brought a smile to the face and comfort to the insides! […]
“If you cling to your life, you will lose it; but if you give it up for me, you will save it.” Matthew 10:39 TLB There is a tiny two letter word that has staggering implications in the decisions we make. It’s the word “if.” For instance, I could drive any fancy car out […]
God’s Word marinates! When I grill or cook meat I like to marinate it first. There’s virtually no limit to the flavors that you can soak and steep into a steak or roast. All that’s needed is time for the meat and the seasonings to hang out together, usually in a plastic bag or wrapped […]
Believability – who earns it? For the last forty years or so we’ve had increasing difficulty believing our politicians. What they say isn’t necessarily what they mean or know. Truth isn’t quite as important as expediency or appearances. And how believable are those ads promising instant relief from everything from acne to high blood […]
I am a pastor, teacher, and encourager. I am a happy husband and leader of a family tribe now numbering 13. I am President of Fresh Heart Ministries and consider called of God to help you grow in your spiritual walk … let you know how special you are to God … and have some fun while doing so.