“America has now embarked on a foolhardy experiment to discover what happens to a culture in which nearly half the children do not live with their fathers. One result is that many people do not know how to call God ‘Father,’ nor do they want to.”  Read More

The specific term “Father” used in the Lord’s Prayer reflects the profoundly personal, relational aspect of God’s character. It signifies His intimate care, compassion, grace, and faithful provision for His children.  Read More

Similar to plants needing parts to die and decompose to provide nourishment for new growth, some dreams, desires, and callings need to be laid down and go through a process of death and resurrection for God’s work in us to take place.  Read More

Living by faith demands that we be willing to risk everything for the sake of obedience to God.  Read More

When thinking about cultivating spiritual growth, more often than not, it is useful to start with things that possibly hinder growth. Anything which impedes your relationship with God, or prevents you from becoming more like Christ is a hindrance to spiritual growth and maturity.  Read More

Drifting away from God’s will is a subtle process that can happen to anyone, even those with sincere intentions. As followers of Christ, we examine our hearts and identify the idols that may hinder our spiritual growth.   Read More

Measuring success and significance in ministry requires a shift in our perspective.  Read More

The topic of gender roles and the question of whether women can serve in leadership is a matter of significant debate within the Christian community. For the most part, I try to avoid stepping into the fray of social arguments, which are grounded in opinion and not the truth of God’s Word.  Read More

Therefore, in our journey of faith, it is crucial to recognize the aspects that hinder our spiritual growth.   Read More

In a world often obsessed with outcomes, we should shift our focus from results to the process.  Read More

Looking Up: The Art of Focusing on God in a Distracted World“In your walk with me, don’t forget to look up from the task you are fulfilling now and miss something important I want to communicate or impart. Look to me, watch me; observe carefully, I don’t want you to miss a thing.Look down, tell me, what do you see?If your focus is only on what is right in front of you, what you can see and what I ...  Read More

Taking a Stand for Christ“More Americans also are turning away from Christianity and are seeing themselves as unaffiliated with any religion or as religious ‘nones,’”...Members of Gen Z — now ages 11 to 26 — are switching and shunning religion faster as young adults than other Americans. That’s expected to continue.” Russell ContrerasReligious “Nones”The stats and quotes from an Axios article date...  Read More