Building People of Substance for Works of Power Judy and I went out for tacos the other day. We went to a favorite spot and enjoyed carne asada, carnitas, and a fabulous cheese crisp. The place was quite busy and the atmosphere jovial. At one point, I visited the men’s room. It only has room … Continue reading Out of the Abundance of the Heart: Priorities for Preachers
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Sunday Supernaturally: In the Spirit
It was the Lord’s Day, and I was worshiping in the Spirit. Suddenly, I heard behind me a loud voice like a trumpet blast. It said, “Write in a book everything you see, and send it to the seven churches in the cities of Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea.” Revelation 1:10-11 NLT … Continue reading Sunday Supernaturally: In the Spirit
Sunday Supernaturally: Savor It
Is this not the carpenter, the Son of Mary, and brother of James, Joses, Judas, and Simon? And are not His sisters here with us?" So they were offended at Him. But Jesus said to them, "A prophet is not without honor except in his own country, among his own relatives, and in his own … Continue reading Sunday Supernaturally: Savor It
Sunday Supernaturally: Temple Maintenance
Then those who went before and those who followed cried out, saying: "Hosanna! 'BLESSED IS HE WHO COMES IN THE NAME OF THE LORD!' Blessed is the kingdom of our father David That comes in the name of the Lord! Hosanna in the highest!" And Jesus went into Jerusalem and into the temple. So when … Continue reading Sunday Supernaturally: Temple Maintenance
Gleaning Wisdom from Cuba
Appreciate your pastoral leaders who gave you the Word of God. Take a good look at the way they live, and let their faithfulness instruct you, as well as their truthfulness. There should be a consistency that runs through us all. For Jesus doesn't change—yesterday, today, tomorrow, he's always totally himself. Hebrews 13:7-8 MSG I … Continue reading Gleaning Wisdom from Cuba
Sunday Supernaturally: Opening Treasures
When they saw the star, they were filled with joy! They entered the house and saw the child with his mother, Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him. Then they opened their treasure chests and gave him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. Matthew 2:10-11 NLT I know it's not Christmas, but I was … Continue reading Sunday Supernaturally: Opening Treasures
De la Abundancia del Corazon: El Caracter es Importante
Construyendo personas de sustancia para obras de poder Muchos años atrás, conocí a un amigo que tenía un don extremadamente bueno para ser líder de adoración, queriendo decir que Él podía hacer que un cuarto lleno de personas entraran en la presencia de Dios y mantenerlos allí, simplemente lo hacía, también era extremadamente simpático, estos … Continue reading De la Abundancia del Corazon: El Caracter es Importante
Sunday Supernaturally
A single day in your courts is better than a thousand anywhere else! I would rather be a gatekeeper in the house of my God than live the good life in the homes of the wicked. Psalm 84:10 NLT Worship in Darien Occasionally I’m in a situation that reminds me of “the good old days.” … Continue reading Sunday Supernaturally
Sunday Supernaturally: Starting a Movement
The following week almost the entire city turned out to hear them preach the word of the Lord. Act 13:44 NLT Let’s face it. We live in a culture that has essentially left the church behind. When I was growing up, it was assumed that folks went to church. If I stayed home, I didn’t … Continue reading Sunday Supernaturally: Starting a Movement
I Am Free!!!
Freedom is what we have---Christ has set us free! Stand, then, as free people, and do not allow yourselves to become slaves again. Galatians 5:1 GNB Not too long ago, I was in a service full of young folks when the band broke out in a very lively version of the Newsboys anthem, “I Am … Continue reading I Am Free!!!