The Grafter, the Root, and the Scion
Connection is essential to life. I have fruit trees in my backyard, and I know that if a branch breaks off from the tree, not only will...
Let Me Introduce Myself
You have everything you need to fight your battles and overcome the struggles of life. If you have received Christ, your eternity is...
Do Not Short-Change Yourself
Spirit-filled Christians have a lot to give. God wants you filled with the Holy Spirit so that you can share His love with others,...
The Real Deal
Because the Lord is unchanging, your commitment must be unwavering. The surefire ways to hold steady when everything shifts are to commit...
I Am an Uppertaker
When I go into a store, or am on the phone with a business, it is not unusual to get into a conversation about what I do. I say, “I am an...
Put Off / Put On
If you are serious about living an abundant life for Christ, be brave and ask the Spirit of God to search you. “You were taught, with...
No Bells & Whistles Required
God never intended for anything in the world to take the place of the Holy Spirit in the church. In the early years after my salvation, I...
Up Close and Virtual
Your God does not do temporary, and you will not find Him in the superficial. “Do you know Kevin?” “Yeah, we’re friends on Facebook.” I...
Spiritual Cataracts
Is your vision hazy? Are you trying to sense the direction of the Holy Spirit through a cloudy lens? Moral wisdom gives clarity....
Spiritual Malnutrition: Symptoms, Prevention, and Treatment
Many people today are satisfied with the milk of the Word – the easy-to-swallow parts that make them feel good. The spiritual nutrients...