There is a story of a ship that was nearly driven onto a rocky coast during a storm. The storm was so heavy and fierce that it threatened to sink the ship and its passengers. A passenger snuck up on deck, and saw the pilot steadily holding the wheel, slowly turning the ship back…
Have you ever heard the saying: “You have to learn to read between the lines”? Or – “Make sure you read the fine print”? One of the main reasons for these sayings is the very real possibility that something being said, or offered, could be – misleading. In His word, God teaches us that a…
The Bible is the world’s best-selling book. It has been said: “How wonderful it would be if the best seller, was also the best read book in the world.” All through history, there has been many great literary classics, novels, and poetic writings that both stimulate and stagger the imagination. But there is only one book…
There was once a piccolo player in a very famous orchestra. In one song he only had one note to play. He decided since he only had one note – it wasn’t worth tuning up his piccolo or even playing that note – because no-one would miss it. At concert time – the conductor raised…
Many people rely on GPS systems to get them to places they’ve never been before. Some still love to study maps and plan their routes before taking a trip. There’s one journey however – that neither satellites, nor maps can accurately assist us with – and that’s the journey – of life. Life’s Journey…
Recently my 7-year-old Grandson said: “God has ears, He is alive.” Wow! What a powerful statement coming from a 7-year-old. And it speaks volumes to the masses of people wondering if anyone – is listening? So many people feel blocked out, locked out, ignored, even invisible, because they feel that no-one – is listening to…
Critical People! AHHHHH! Where do I begin? Well first off, by not criticizing – critical people. Here’s the math– criticism plus criticism just brings more criticism. We all know the sting of negative criticism and critical people. Hey – I’m a songwriter and in Fulltime Ministry – I’m the perfect target for criticism. But I’ve…
The power of words and how they are used is a very heavy thing. They can build someone up and bring great joy, or, they can tear someone down and bring great sadness – or worse. Over the years, I’ve seen many lives, relationships, friendships, even marriages harmed and destroyed over the misuse of words.…
The Loch Ness Monster – Big Foot – The Abominable Snowman – It’s truly amazing how people are so curious and want so badly to believe that these strange things actually exist. Have you ever thought about the time, money and effort that has been spent trying to find them, and prove they are…
Have you ever heard of the saying, “Just pull yourself up by your boot straps and get back in there?” That may work for many situations, and that’s a good thing. But there are times when we are hit so hard by certain things in this life, we just can’t pick ourselves up in…