If you know me well, you know how much I love music. I love playing it, singing it, listening to it, and occasionally writing it. I actually planned on majoring in music (as a percussionist) in college before God call me to missions. Even though God steered me in a different direction, I still have … Continue reading 3 Songs I Listen to On Repeat
Would we send a soldier into battle without any training? Would we hire someone to teach who had not first been taught? That wouldn’t be very wise, would it? Likewise, if we want to minister for God, first we need to be trained and taught by Him. Continue reading Building Character Before Ministry
Yesterday, I took some time to listen to some praise music by the late-great Keith Green. Keith was a tremendous song writer and pianist who pioneered the CCM (Contemporary Christian Music) in the late-seventies, early-eighties. Even if you don’t recognize his name, you have probably heard one of his songs in church or on the … Continue reading The Legacy of Our Praise
This morning I am praying for the Lord to give us more opportunities to share the Gospel where we live. In this current season of our lives, we could make many excuses not to share it with others. “We don’t speak the language well enough yet. What if it damages a relationship we have been … Continue reading 3 Tips for Sharing Your Faith
Friend, if you are serious about pursuing a closer relationship with the Holy Spirit then this book is a great place to start. Continue reading Book Recommendation: How to Be Filled With the Holy Spirit by A.W. Tozer
As a relatively new father, I am still learning things each and every day. I do not consider myself an expert when it comes to parenting, but I do consider myself extremely blessed by God. Being a father is a joy unlike any other in this life. And contrary to an unspoken, yet popular belief … Continue reading 3 Things I Love About Being a Father
If you follow me on Facebook, you may have seen some of the posts I have made about the air pollution here in Chiang Mai. Most of the pollution is due to the burning of rice fields for future harvests. Today the pollution is especially bad. Chiang Mai is a city surrounded by mountains, but … Continue reading Is There Smoke in Our Lungs?
I have never had a friend accuse me of treason or murder, but I am no stranger to betrayal. Continue reading When Friends Betray Us
If I have learned anything in the past two years of living overseas it is that missionaries need daily encouragement. And not just missionaries. Every Christian needs to be told that they are loved, appreciated, and have value on a regular basis. Continue reading 3 Ways to Encourage Others Better
Like yesterday’s blog, I was inspired to write after having seen something on my Facebook feed. However, today’s topic is not about an up-and-coming musician, rather it is a cautionary tale for up-and-coming ministers of the Gospel. News broke today that former Southern Baptist Seminary professor, David Sills (who resigned 9 months ago), resigned due … Continue reading When Sin Goes Unchecked the Nations Suffer
With his creative guitar strumming, interesting cord progressions, and lyrical depth, Alejandro has captivated the hearts and ears of people all over the world. Continue reading In the Presence of Greatness
This morning I was studying in Genesis chapter 26 when I was reminded of an important truth. After Abraham died, the Philistines filled up the wells he had dug in order to support all of his herds of livestock. Digging these wells was hard work, but it had to be done. As one commentator put … Continue reading Let’s Dig Up the Wells
The Real Zeal 