A friendly conversation turns curiously deep and reveals the underlying questions about life in the hearts and minds of all of us. ◊ She was a quietly assured woman sitting next to me on a 4-hour flight. As is the case… Read More ›
Calling
Selling the Gospel
The effective ability to discuss and engage on spiritual matters goes beyond heart and conviction. It involves sensitivity, tact, and even strategic wisdom. The Bible gives us a blueprint for doing so. ◊ I’m reminded by a friend currently visiting Athens,… Read More ›
Are We Even Praying Right?
People are asked to pray for a variety of needs and requests by friends, family, and others. While praying, do you ever wonder “am I even doing this right?” ◊ There’s a dual challenge when friends and family ask us to… Read More ›
A Great Awakening – The Movie
A fascinating movie introduces many to a man they’ve never heard of and reveals the faith development of a man they thought they knew. Either way, it is true that “God does govern in the affairs of men.” ◊ It’s… Read More ›
Renewing and Transforming the Mind?
There’s a Bible verse that says that we should “not conform to this world but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” What does that mean and how do you really do it? ◊ In my day job I consult and… Read More ›
Predestination – Yes or No?
The Bible clearly teaches that we are saved only by the grace of God. But why does God choose to save some and not others? Isn’t that unfair? ♦ Have you ever talked to someone, Christian or otherwise, about predestination?… Read More ›
Believe God or Believe in God?
There’s a very subtle distinction in how we think about spiritual matters. Regardless of how we appear in social circles (“I’m a spiritual person” or “I believe in God”), do you actually believe God? ♦ It’s one thing to be… Read More ›
Business, Sports, and Christian Excellence
Some businesses are excellent, many are not. Same with sports teams. Same with Christians. What’s the difference maker? It may surprise you. ♦ What do successful businesses of any size and in any industry have in common? One might say… Read More ›
The Slight Adjustment
It’s been 30 days into the new year. You set new goals, objectives, and made promises to yourself and others, even God, with heart-felt sincerity and resolve. How’s it going so far? Time for a slight adjustment. One month into… Read More ›
Sports, Wins, Losses & Jesus
Those Christian sports celebrations: some love it, some loathe it and cringe. Does God care about our sporting wins and losses? There’s a story in the Bible that shows us how God feels. We’ve all seen it. We may have… Read More ›
Good Works and God’s Answer
Are good works and acts of service real or manufactured Christianity? I took my question directly to God in earnest prayer. He answered me on Highway 280. Several years ago, I was driving home from a Mega church leadership meeting… Read More ›
Now What Do I Do?
It wasn’t until my mid-40’s that I awoke to a deeper understanding of full surrender in the area of one’s vocation. At this point in the year, many people are rethinking their vocational direction. Some are starting a new job; some… Read More ›
Biblical Viewpoint 