Folly is bound up in the heart of a child. — Proverbs 22:15 “Yes, I love you, and no, you can’t have your own way.” When my dad was two years old, the youngest of four children, his father abandoned the family. My dad’s single mom did they best she could, but they were extremely…
Becoming a More Kingdom-Minded Man
Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will. — Paul to the Romans, Romans 12:2 On Friday mornings, I teach men at The Man in the Mirror…
Tomorrow: The Antidote for Frustration
Therefore, do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. — Matthew 6:34 On peaceful days I feel in absolute accord with the will of Christ. Other times, when a sense of frustration sweeps over me, I am anxious about where Christ is taking my life. The difference always boils down to trust,…
Father’s Day Gift Guide: 12 Inspirational Books and Bibles Dads Will Love
Thank you, God, for dads! Though we love our fathers every day, Father’s Day is a great time to go above and beyond. Now is the time to pick out some great new books and Bibles for dads that will be sure to offer motivation, spiritual guidance, and inspiration for their walk with the Lord! Here…
Perseverance: The Need for Persevering Faith
You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what He has promised. — Hebrews 10:36 Have you ever known a time when you thought you would die if the Lord did not give you His touch? A time when no friend could comfort you? When you…
Lukewarm Christians: He is the Way Back
Here I Am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with him, and he with Me. — Revelation 3:20 When I speak at an evangelistic outreach meeting (like a prayer breakfast or luncheon), I always mention that Revelation 3:20 is…