Man Alive: Courageous

"This is my command—be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 NLT In a poll of random acquaintances, I asked the question, “When you hear the term manhood, what’s the first thing that comes to your mind?” I tallied the … Continue reading Man Alive: Courageous

Sunday Supernaturally: Look UP!!!

We tell you this directly from the Lord: We who are still living when the Lord returns will not meet him ahead of those who have died. For the Lord himself will come down from heaven with a commanding shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trumpet call of God. First, the … Continue reading Sunday Supernaturally: Look UP!!!

De la abundancia del corazón: Un momento de valentía

Construyendo personas de sustancia para obras de poder Ok, lo admito, soy un aficionado a los programas de policías, en especial me encanta una buena serie, los Británicos son expertos en esta área, y actualmente uno de mis favoritos es uno Británico llamado “esfuerzo.” Disfruto mucho los personajes, la historia, y los años sesenta. Sin … Continue reading De la abundancia del corazón: Un momento de valentía

Out of the Abundance of the the Heart: You Might be a Success!

Building People of Substance for Works of Power This past February, I stepped out of the Senior Pastor's role in our church. It was my fourth pastorate and third time to be part of a start-up. Since then I’ve had the opportunity to talk to, observe, and try to encourage several others who are in … Continue reading Out of the Abundance of the the Heart: You Might be a Success!

Out of the Abundance of the Heart: Bait and Switch?

Building People of Substance for Works of Power This has been brewing in me for a good while. I know it will make some folks angry, but it’s just my opinion, and I probably don’t agree with most of yours. So calm down! First, I’m fascinated with the proliferation of foods referred to as “meat … Continue reading Out of the Abundance of the Heart: Bait and Switch?

Man Alive: Maturity

When I was a child, I spoke as a child, I understood as a child, I thought as a child; but when I became a man, I put away childish things. 1 Corinthians 13:11 NKJV In a poll of random acquaintances, I asked the question, “When you hear the term manhood, what’s the first thing … Continue reading Man Alive: Maturity

September Update from Pastor Virgil

“From the pew to the harvest.” Matthew 9:36-38 September 30, 2019 Judy and I are so grateful for you and what you enable us to do. Here’s just a taste of what happened in September. FMTI Level II: Off and running in Hermosillo With the climax of the current Level I classes coming in April … Continue reading September Update from Pastor Virgil

Political Madness: Focus on the Important

I urge you, first of all, to pray for all people. Ask God to help them; intercede on their behalf, and give thanks for them. Pray this way for kings and all who are in authority so that we can live peaceful and quiet lives marked by godliness and dignity. This is good and pleases … Continue reading Political Madness: Focus on the Important

Out of the Abundance of the Heart: Let’s Be Church

Building People of Substance for Works of Power I had an unusual experience in church last week. We were in a small church in Hermosillo, Sonora. It took us a bit to find it, the road was pretty rough and rutted, dirt and rocks after several days of hard rain. My vehicle was one of … Continue reading Out of the Abundance of the Heart: Let’s Be Church

Sunday Supernaturally : Expecting

This promise is to you, to your children, and to those far away—all who have been called by the Lord our God.” Acts 2:39 NLT We had a great time yesterday with Rev. Tony Cooke teaching on Miracles and the Supernatural Throughout Church History. It was a march through the ages beginning in the Book … Continue reading Sunday Supernaturally : Expecting