Jesus’ Gospel Changes Lives
“Gospel” means, “Good news!” Does the gospel you believe bring good news for the life you’re actually living today? Jesus’ Gospel is the best news but…
Tag: Kingdom of God
A Different Kind of Monk
In my solitude with Jesus at a monastery I met a monk who taught me to listen to God. You might expect that. But this…
The Life-Changing Gospel of Jesus
“Gospel” means, “Good news!” Does the gospel you believe bring good news for the life you’re actually living today? For many Christians their good news…
Bloom Where You are Planted (a Benediction)
I’d like to share with you the benediction I wrote to go with my sermon on Matthew 6:25-34, “Be God’s Wildflower — Be Worry Free.”…
A Better Year Ahead?
We all want this year to be better than last — even if last year was a great year. How does that happen? Not by…
The Words we Need to Hear on 9-11
There’s one thing you don’t hear on 9-11, and it’s the most important thing. Until you trust these words, you’re not in a position of…
My Horse Sense was Stinking Thinking!
“Grin and bear it” we say to force a smile and push ourselves through to the end of a situation that is painful or stressful.…
Reflections on Dallas Willard’s Ministry to Me
Many of the pastors and leaders that we work with in our Soul Shepherding ministry have heard my wife Kristi and I reference how Dallas…
Enroll in Jesus’ Master Classes
If only we would let Jesus enthrall our hearts! If only we would see that the opportunity of our lives is to be Jesus’ beloved…
A Pocket Lighter to Ignite Your Heart (Martin Luther and the Lord’s Prayer)
Could a prayer change your life? This little one could ignite your heart for Christ as it has mine. The other day on my Sabbath,…