How God Made Us Eat Our Words: Mission To Sun City, AZ

I RELUCTANTLY RETIRED FROM THE PASTORATE IN THE SPRING OF 2018. I say, "reluctantly" because I loved my job. It gave me a great sense of purpose. But I needed to retire to make room for younger talent. I planted the church in 2002, and I needed to retire to insure an orderly secession of … Continue reading How God Made Us Eat Our Words: Mission To Sun City, AZ

Which Kind of Fire Will You Experience From God?

“I baptize you with water for repentance, but he who is coming after me is mightier than I, whose sandals I am not worthy to carry. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire. His winnowing fork is in his hand, and he will clear his threshing floor and gather his wheat into … Continue reading Which Kind of Fire Will You Experience From God?

What Faithfully Sharing the Gospel Looks Like

I INVITED A FRIEND OUT TO COFFEE. He is older and doesn't have long to live. Because I care deeply for him I looked for an opportunity to share the gospel. We visited for about 45 minutes about things we had in common. Finally, I screwed up my courage. "Do you mind if I ask … Continue reading What Faithfully Sharing the Gospel Looks Like