“Fit For The Pulpit”

Earlier this year, I was asked if I would contribute a chapter in a book designed for preachers.  However, the more I’ve thought about it, I’ve come to the conclusion that this book isn’t just for preachers, but it’s just as much for all Christians who want to do what they can to hold up …

Hopeless? Not So Fast

Earlier this year, Harrison Okene unexpectedly found himself in a hopeless situation.  He found himself on the bottom of the ocean, in a small air-pocket in his overturned tugboat.  Harrison was in total darkness, disoriented, all alone, and dressed only in boxer shorts in freezing temperatures.  For 60 hours, he fumbled in total darkness, trembled …

7 Things Not To Say To The Grieving

My family and I just recently suffered the loss of my dad.  During the days following his death, we were comforted by all the kind words that were spoken in an effort to encourage us.  But not everyone has the same experience.  I’ve stood at the head of many caskets through the years and I’ve …