So, last Tuesday, four of us went to Iowa State University to pass out tracts and talk to people one on one about the gospel. I probably gave out over 60 "What Time Is Purple" books, and 100+ tracts. Most of the students didn't take anything. "So, last Tuesday, four of us went to Iowa... Continue Reading →
Totally Blessed Tonight
I absolutely love writing for http://www.GotQuestions.org. When COVID-19 broke out I didnโt have an outlet to share the gospel on the street. I was getting stale and stir-crazy to say the least. It was when a friend told me about this ministry that I looked into it to not only share the gospel, but equip... Continue Reading →
What is My Mission Statement?
Every morning my wife and I get up early, read our separate devotions, and then read one together. This time, we are reading the book given to me by my Pastor from our recent Menโs Retreat: A.W. Tozerโs Knowledge of the Holy, The Pursuit of God, and Godโs Pursuit of Man โ all in one... Continue Reading →
Modern Idolatry
โA person will worship something, have no doubt about that. We may think our tribute is paid in secret in the dark recesses of our hearts, but it will come out. That which dominates our imaginations and our thoughts will determine our lives, and our character. Therefore, it behooves us to be careful what we... Continue Reading →
The Power of the Paperclip
For the past few months I have been working on a seminar to teach at the church I attend on how to overcome fear in evangelism. To say that I have a few notes is a gross understatement. I have papers, post-it-notes, and things everywhere around my office; and of course they are not in... Continue Reading →
A Tale of Two Dogs
Several months ago I heard this story mentioned on the radio, and I thought it would be a good reminder to us. In case this story is ever deleted, I posted it here from Dustin Dedrick of God Updates. The Story "Once upon a time, there was a dog that lived in a sprawling house... Continue Reading →
…And an Elder in a Bear Tree: A look back at 2022
At the end of 2022 I started following another WordPress website called, Chasing Faith and Love which has some great ideas about writing and life. Her title of her 2022 recap summed it up for me: "Merry Crisis, Happy New Fears." To say that all my plans and goals were not completed was an understatement.... Continue Reading →
What Does God Want From Me? Obedience
The following was taken from my journal, written December 21, 2015 You ever have one of those bible studies where the Lord has been working in each of you throughout the week and then when you get together you all have had the same thoughts? Not only that but then each of you talk about... Continue Reading →
The Danger of Cynicism In Ministry
Sometimes you don't see how far you've come until you see how far you've been. Once in a while I read old journals and thoughts I had about things in the past. This was one of those times. In December 2013 I was miserable in ministry. All of 2012 I had been seriously contemplating leaving... Continue Reading →
Why Do You Write?
The first morning of the Iowa State Fair, I bounced into the Answers In Genesis booth with a brand new cup of joe, excited and full of life and energy ready as ever to take on any question that was asked of me from any atheist or unbeliever in the area. I was so pumped... Continue Reading →
