We received this letter from one of our radio listeners: “What is absolute surrender to the control of the Holy Spirit? I feel like the Holy Spirit wants this of me, but I’m not entirely sure that I have anything God can use. I serve in my church as teacher,...
In the past century, the human family has experienced the worst suffering ever. Millions were murdered during the holocaust. Over 100 million have been slaughtered in wars. Today, crime and violence are rampant, drug abuse is epidemic, and sexually transmitted diseases continue to spread. There are millions who die each...
Do you remember the old hymn “I Have Decided to Follow Jesus?” Here are the words: I have decided to follow Jesus; no turning back, no turning back. Though I may wonder, I still will follow. The world behind me, the cross before me. Though none go with me, still...
I want you to think with me for just a moment and let me ask you four questions. Who do others say that you are? Who do you say that you are? Who does God say that you are? Which one is the real you? August 2010 You will immediately...
I was recently at the Southern Baptist Convention and heard this statistic quoted from the platform, “More than 90% of the churches in America have plateaued or are in decline.” When I heard these words it really gave me a sick feeling deep inside. I knew we were troubled but...
I have been reading one of the books in the American Classic Series, “The Real George Washington.” I am reminded and encouraged of these facts, “The story of his life is the story of the founding of America. He was the dominant personality in three of the most critical events...
It sure is nice to be back here in the good ole USA! I love to preach in other parts of the world but there is no place like home! Jesus clearly commanded us in Matthew 28:18-20, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. Go...
I am in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia as I write this newsletter. If it were not for you, I would not be here. If it were not for you, I would not have seen hundreds pray to receive Christ and receive free Bible lessons that will encourage them in their spiritual...
I was just thinking about the words I heard this evening in a song, “My sins held Him to the cross until it was accomplished.” We are so blessed to be children of God. It was such an expensive grace that purchased our salvation and snatched us from Satan’s kingdom!...
In these days in which we are living many people are asking one another, what is happening to us as a nation and what is going on in our churches. My friend, in times like these we must continue to believe in God, and His permissive will, knowing that He...