FAITH & PATIENCE

FAITH & PATIENCE

“You can get some things by faith, but you’d get most things by faith and patience.” This was the line that stood out for me at a conference that year. From that moment, I understood the balance of faith and patience. You need this, too. Friend, you...
NO EXPERTS IN DIVINE LEADING

NO EXPERTS IN DIVINE LEADING

Years ago, a young man came to meet me about who to marry. He had prayed about it and was convinced God was leading him. I had some caution, but I had to let him proceed. He returned with a fallen countenance. The lady was already in a relationship, about to get...
MORE THAN A JOB

MORE THAN A JOB

I visited a dear father in the faith shortly before I stepped into full-time ministry. He made a profound statement that has remained with me: “The idea that someone who is in full-time ministry isn’t working is a grave mistake.” That day, I knew the...
REPRESENTING CHRIST

REPRESENTING CHRIST

A pastor once received a thought-provoking question from the Lord: “How many of your church members reflect you, let alone Me?” This question shifted his perspective and transformed his ministry approach. He understood that ministry is about representing...
DON’T ENVY, PREPARE!

DON’T ENVY, PREPARE!

Part of the highlights of our annual singles and married summit in church is a special couples’ dinner. That year, as the program was about coming up, my five-year-old daughter was super excited, “Daddy, tomorrow’s our couples’ dinner!” I...