What is a disaster? A disaster is any occurrence that causes suffering and creates human needs that cannot be alleviated without help. Disasters can occur at any moment and in any place. Here are ten ways that your church can minister, if disaster strikes your community: Pray for those affected. God can do far more than any of... Continue Reading →
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Show the Value of Your Association
I had the privilege this week to consult with two different associations concerning future direction. One has a new Director of Missions (DOM) and the other is seeking the Lord for a DOM. Although both are in different places, however, each meeting involved discussion around the importance of value and how the association benefits the... Continue Reading →
Despite the Cold, the Work Goes On!!
This morning I sit in my home office looking out at the beautiful sunrise and thankful that I do not have to get out in this frigid 1̊ weather. I pray for those who do not have this same privilege. Many are out working in this artic cold so that my electricity, water and heat... Continue Reading →
To Infinity and Beyond
“To infinity and beyond” are the famous words of Buzz Lightyear, space ranger from the Intergalactic Alliance stationed in the Gamma Quadrant of Sector 4. His sole objective was to protect the universe from evil Emperor Zurg. Wow, I guess I have watched Toy Story one too many times (insert parent card at this point!).... Continue Reading →
Remembering the Persecuted
Many Christians put their life on the line every day across the globe. As you read this today, Christians continue to be persecuted for their faith in over 40 countries around the world. In many of these lands, it is illegal to own a Bible, share your faith publicly, or teach your children about Jesus. These believers... Continue Reading →
Faithfulness
The holidays are over, 2013 is history, and we are now a few days into 2014. The New Year normally finds us reflecting back over the year just ended and looking ahead with new resolutions, goals, and plans. We vow to be a better person, to do better. We may even commit before the Lord... Continue Reading →
Get Trained
As America watched footage of the devastation in Moore, Oklahoma and the incredible loss in the flooding that swept across Colorado, many people were moved to pack up and be a part of the recovery efforts. As a State Disaster Relief Director, I often get calls from spontaneous volunteers wanting to serve, and it troubles me that I am unable to use these... Continue Reading →
What to Give Someone Who Has Everything
Christmas is a very special time of the year. I love the music, lights and decorations, time with family, baked goodies and gift giving. I really enjoy giving special gifts to those I love. But not just any gift, the perfect one. The one that is just what they needed or really wanted. But... Continue Reading →
Christmas in My Hometown
Just two days after Thanksgiving I found myself walking up the steps and through the doorway of the old Livingston Grade & High School where I attended from 4th through 11th grades and later taught for 9 years. The school closed in 1994; the windows and doors have been boarded up for nearly 20 years.... Continue Reading →