In the real estate market, I am asked all the time by sellers to make sure my buyer's have proof of funds or a pre-approval letter before they can see the home or put an offer on the property. This pre-approval letter gives recognition from a lender or bank that the buyer has the potential... Continue Reading →
Dear Husband, Are You Loving Your Wife Like Christ Loves The Church?
"Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her." -Ephesians 5:25 In June, my wife and I will be celebrating our 10 year anniversary! It has been a joy, privilege, and honor to be her husband. I am beyond blessed to have her companionship as we navigate through... Continue Reading →
5 Simple Steps For Starting And Growing Your Christian Website Or Blog
Did you know that by starting a Christian website, you could potentially reach the entire world for Christ? Your passion alone could change millions of lives around the world. I can't think of any better conduit for fulfilling the great commission---going into all the world and preaching the gospel---than the global internet that fits within... Continue Reading →
What Is Evangelism And Why Is It An Important Role For The Church?
Evangelism is defined as, "the God-given ability to share the gospel with non-believers in a relevant, practical, and engaging way so that they choose to become followers of Jesus." This definition encapsulates the heart of the great commission---to go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature (Matt. 28:19-20; Lk. 14:23; Mk.... Continue Reading →
Verse of The Day: The Seal of The Holy Spirit
"And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption." -Ephesians 4:30 I was driving in the car with my two sons to Taekwondo when my oldest son asked me a very important question. He said, "Dad, I am like 99% sure I have the Holy... Continue Reading →
Daily Devotional: The Gospel Is For Everyone
"There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus (Gal 3:28)." God despises racism. Any type of prejudice, discrimination, or antagonism directed to a certain racial or ethnic group should never be tolerated. It's clear from Scripture the Lord does... Continue Reading →
Daily Devotional: Be Prepared To Share Your Faith
But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect (1 Pet. 3:15). Several years ago, I had the unique privilege of preaching a sermon to a large... Continue Reading →
Daily Devotional: Jesus Did Not Come To Abolish The Law But to Fulfill It
"Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them." -Matthew 5:17 Shortly after Jesus preached the beatitudes to his disciples on the mountainside, he sternly warned them not to believe He came to abolish the Law or the prophets.... Continue Reading →
4 Practical Steps For Sharing Your Christian Faith
Would you agree that sharing your Christian faith can be nerve-racking? Would you also agree that a major part of being a born-again follower of Jesus is to evangelize to the lost with the gospel of hope? The Lord beckons us to fulfill the great commission when he said, "Therefore go and make disciples of all nations,... Continue Reading →
Verse of The Day: The Call To Follow Jesus From Luke 5:27
"After this, Jesus went out and saw a tax collector by the name of Levi sitting at his tax booth. "Follow me," Jesus said to him, and Levi got up, left everything and followed him (Lk. 5:27)." I remember the day God called me to be a disciple of His. Beforehand, I was an unchurched,... Continue Reading →