There are some amazing people working tirelessly behind the scenes to launch a labor of love to those in need. This isn’t another “throw money at a problem and put a bandage on a wound organization”, it’s about addressing the wound itself and being in position for long term support. Journey focused on the Whole Person There are many that continue to try and...
During the journey of life, its hard to understand all the God is doing at a particular moment in time. It’s moving to look back and see that God was fully in control, while you were just working to make an impact each day. Addressing the issues of Poverty in Africa Laying the Foundation Each step along your path, life challenges you in ways...
Out with the old, in with the new! A New Year represents an opportunity to re-focus your journey and ensure what is really important gets all your attention. We learn from our past and now use this knowledge to impact those around us in a more positive way moving forward. Do you accept this call to action? There are many of us that have...
Not just any Birth, the beginning of life. Over 2000 years ago in an underwhelming structure surrounded by livestock, the world changed in an instant. Jesus was given by God to not only sacrifice himself for us, but provide a guidance for how we are to live our lives while on this earth. The greatest Gift ever given to mankind. Over the years, life...
God calls on us to Love our neighbor as our ourselves. Our country has suffered numerous acts of evil that have rocked our society and communities. How do we continue to Love while also fighting back evil? Love comes when we think hard and combine this thought with the strength of courage, mind, and soul. Think, don’t take a Shortcut when seeking answers. Evil...
A year ago, the State of Texas was hit with a horrible storm in Hurricane Harvey. The power of this storm yielded damage and loss that was hard to fathom until one could experience it first-hand. We were able to be a small part of the groups moving up and down the coast of Texas, across Houston, and into the bayous surrounding the Beaumont...
It’s been some tough and crazy times around here lately and this morning I focused on Psalm 46:10 “Be still and know I am God”. In my study I also went to Mark 4:39 where Jesus was awakened by his frightened disciples while sleeping on a boat during a terrible storm. Jesus awoke after a very long day which had caused them to move...
People are struggling and they need help, but you still must have order to optimize your effort in the midst of chaos. We are naturally motivated to see a problem and want to fix it. That’s a good thing. If you can take that motivation and filter it into an organized system, an even greater result will occur even among chaotic times. ...
Insist upon accountability, but keep doing the work! The recent resignation of Bill Hybels, Founder of Willow Creek Community Church outside of Chicago, has rocked the evangelical world. There are plenty of reasons for anger, distrust, etc. but as the dust settles, it should be a call to action for all followers of Jesus to take a step back and insist on clear levels...
The journey as a Follower of Jesus continues… The world around us is one of mixed messages, strife, anger, and concern. Constantly we hear people spin their points of view about events happening today and yet there is little conversation about a much more important concern…living today as a preparation for eternal life. An investment in Christ will provide a much larger return than...
Well done, President Trump, Speaker Ryan, and Senator McConnell! We give thanks to God for Billy Graham! The Bible being read and quoted today in the Capitol Rotunda just as it has provided the foundation for which our country was built. May this continue to be done for centuries to come! As Michael W. Smith sings “Just As I Am!”, tears may be...
I continue to reflect on the impact that Ruth and Billy Graham have made in my life. Fernando Ortega performed a beautiful tribute to Ruth Graham for the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association for the Ruth Graham Memorial celebration. It continues to move me every single time I watch it and I share it with the hope that it touches you just as much! Sam Smith...