Why Do We Anoint with Oil?

Anointing the sick with oil has been practiced for millennia. Have you ever wondered why? I did. Turns out it's a very important part of our healing tool kit.

Consult the Author

God intends for you to read His Word. The fact that we have a book written by God to reveal Himself to us is truly marvelous. Even more remarkable is the presence of His Spirit within us, helping us grasp the message. We have a great advantage.

Praying Over the Sick

In our modern western church, the practice of praying over the sick in a persistent, corporate manner seems almost lost. When James said "pray over" the sick, I think he had much more in mind that what we see in most church services. God wants us healed. Let's follow His instructions.

Jesus Is in the House

I think we sometimes forget who we’re dealing with. We tend to think of Jesus walking the shores of Galilee teaching and healing and interacting as a man. But when we gather on this side of the cross, who is really in our midst?

Y’all Come!

As we gather with the saints this week, let us take a moment to reflect on the importance of this occasion. Jesus came to Earth as a physical manifestation of God's love. God loved us so much that he gave us his son. And He didn't stop there!

The Hope of His Calling

We are the Church: a gathering of people who have been called out. Although the calling is individual, when we receive it we become part of the assembly. I pray that for you today that you will know what you are called from and what you are called to. That calling is the source of hope, both for now and for eternity.

God’s Gift Wrapping

The church is a great big collection of gifts. Each one is unique. Each has its own wrapping. You have to deal with the package to get the gift. It will be worth it.

Vision or Pipe Dream?

When God gives you direction for your life or ministry, write it down. Until you write it down, it's nothing more than a pipe dream. It’s devoid of substance. Writing forces you to express ideas in a coherent manner. If you can't write it, you don't understand it. You won't be able to effectively share it with others.

Join the Choir?

Psalm 150 concludes the Book of Psalms with the command to "Let everything that has breath praise the LORD!" When we do that, special things happen. I'm inviting you to join the "Everything That Has Btreath Choir." If you're breathing, you're qualified.

Sunday Supernaturally: Party Time!

It's Father’s Day. If anybody should be grateful for having a good father, it’s us. People have all kinds of reactions to the idea of “father” based on their own experience. My earthly dad was a nice enough guy, but when I found out how good my Heavenly Father is, it blew me away!