A Lifetime of Preparation, for What?

It’s a fact that people are living longer than ever before. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, since 1970 there has been about an eight-year increase on average in how long both genders of Americans will live. Most people live well into their 80s, and there...

Freedom Is Not Free

“I can do anything I want”, shouted the 10 year old at his older brother. “And you can’t stop me!” Freedom, individuality, and not being constrained by financial, social or spiritual norms reflects the basic nature of man and woman. I...

What IS Our Call to Ministry?

What truly then constitutes our call to ministry? As we see it, four elements come together to produce a valid, and obedient call (that counsel of God mentioned in Psalm 32): A strong personal conviction or a motivation felt by an individual to engage in something...

More 48 Hours: Heartwarming Lessons

The “Pacemaker Doctor” showed up. We are now almost 3 weeks into the 48 Hours that changed our lives, or “rocked our world” as my Grandson says. On a Sunday morning at 7:30, Judy, my wife of 53 impactful years, fainted while standing at her...

What Do I Do About My Leadership Flaws?

I came face to face with one of my leadership and interpersonal flaws this week. When I find myself faced with an issue I’d rather duck, the issue suddenly becomes, “What will I do?” As I reflect a bit further, it becomes clear that the “What...