May 2023
Why Didn’t God Start Over?
“But where sin increased, grace increased all the more…” God created a perfect world. In the middle of a perfect world, He created a perfect garden. Into that perfection He placed the man and the woman, the crown of God’s creation. And they fell. They listened to the lie. They thought they would gain enlightenment …
What Does the Holy Spirit Really Do?
As Jesus was preparing to leave His disciples behind, He spoke to them about the Holy Spirit. “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” (Acts 1:8) In Luke 24:49, …
Who Unlocks Your Dreams?
“The same vision was repeated three times. Then the sheet was pulled up again to heaven. Peter was very perplexed. What could the vision mean? Just then the men sent by Cornelius found the house and stood outside at the gate. They asked if this was the place where Simon Peter was staying.” (Acts 10:16-18) One …
The Power of Persistence
“Persistence is a great substitute for talent.” Steve Martin I can remember getting so frustrated when I was working for the police department. So many of my peers were getting promoted or were getting transferred to better positions, but I could not seem to make any headway. I would study, prepare, and then take the …
How Can We Think Differently?
“Our lives are always moving in the direction of our strongest thoughts. What we think shapes who we are.” Craig Groeschel “Do not be conformed to the this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable …
What is On the Other Side of the Door?
Several years ago, I was speaking at some meetings in England. Our hosts also wanted to show us some of the sights and took us on a couple of incredible tours. Blenheim Palace was the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill and one of the most amazing places I have ever seen. The palace is made …
