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Your First Love
Nevertheless I have this against you, that you have left your first love. Remember therefore from where you have fallen; repent and do the first works, or else I will come to you quickly and remove your lampstand from its place—unless you repent. – Rev 2:4-5 The summer before my senior year I embarked on [...]
Don’t Miss The Purpose of Your Mountain
Sheer awe was the feeling I had as I overlooked the Yosemite Valley from atop Yosemite Falls. That feeling was the payoff for a long, and I do mean long, hike. Hours earlier I had almost given up as I looked up at those ominous zig-zagging trails carved into the face of the granite wall. [...]
Zacchaeus
I am not sure why the story of Zacchaeus is often left to our “kidz” church days along with classics like “Father Abraham” and “If You’re Happy and You Know it”. Yes, Zacchaeus is popular with the 3 to 5 year old crowd… but if you’ll let me pull him down from the flannel graph [...]
Gaga for Jezebel
I don’t see a young lady in that picture, I see what I believe she intended – a siren. A mythological demon that lured unsuspecting sailors to her with her song only to destroy them. There is more behind Gaga than her catchy tunes. There is a demonic spirit, a siren’s song, luring in unsuspecting listeners away from the life of Christ’s light. Her song is a message for open sexuality, rebellion, and advocacy. Her audience is massive. Her influence is great. I warn you, don’t get captured by her song!
Getting Stronger
The Lessons of a Strong Man When I think of a strong man, immediately I see a man with broad shoulders, massive arms, big chest and ripped abs. This hulk-like beast impresses me not so much because of his size, but because of his ability. I’ve watched with awe as such a man lifts telephone [...]
David Wilkerson’s Last Blog
David Wilkerson went home to be with Jesus tonight after a fatal car crash (news article). What a legacy! What an impact! Here is a repost of the blog he wrote hours before going home. WHEN ALL MEANS FAIL To believe when all means fail is exceedingly pleasing to God and is most acceptable. Jesus [...]
How We are Weathering the Financial Storm…
How I wish I could stand at the bow of the ship, look in the eye of this fierce financial storm shaking this nation, and command, “Peace be still.” The truth is you and I do not always get to dictate the circumstance that surround us, but we can certainly direct ourselves in the midst [...]
I Still Dream the Dream
It was Oct 2002 when Steve Hill called me. I’ll never forget the passion in his voice and the significance of his words. “Daniel, I’m coming off the evangelistic field. The Lord has spoken to me about starting a church in Dallas.” “My sheep need a fold” was what Pastor heard Jesus say. The word [...]
I Miss My Pastor!
Tonight Jenna and I spent the better part of an hour discussing how we both miss our pastor and how we are so ready to hear the words – Cancer Free! I miss my Pastor. I miss hearing that strong voice he has for heralding the good news. I miss seeing those piercing eyes that [...]
Jehovah Jealous
Ex 34: 14 Do not worship any other god, for the LORD, whose name is Jealous, is a jealous God. Remember observing the jealous boyfriend at your highschool (as I’m sure that was never you)? I can still see him throwing a tantrum in the cafeteria as he quizzed his love about her interaction with [...]
