Why Pray?

Why Pray?

It is my belief that most of us misunderstand the purpose of prayer. If it’s only to get your way, you’re most times going be disappointed. And if you believe that God already knows everything that’s going to happen anyway, then why should I pray? What good...
For What Do I Pray!

For What Do I Pray!

The short answer is…anything and everything! Scripture is very clear on this. Meditate on what the Spirit writes through Paul to the Corinthian church. I underlined for emphasis. “Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say rejoice. Let your reasonableness be...
Resurrection Is God’s Work!

Resurrection Is God’s Work!

This past Sunday our church and denomination celebrated Resurrection Sunday. As I was reflecting on it, I tried to imagine how all of Israel and especially the 12 disciples were feeling from Friday to Sunday morning. On the surface I am sure it felt like all their...
When to Pray!

When to Pray!

As to when to pray, I have my opinion, but I think I’ll start out by letting God’s word speak to us. Maybe that’s really all we need, remembering that prayer is a top priority for the Christian. Many of us make the mistake of putting it second or third. I once read...
Maundy Thursday!

Maundy Thursday!

Maundy Thursday is sometimes referred to as Holy Thursday, or Thursday of the Lord’s Supper, among other names. It’s a Christian feast during Holy Week. This year it is today, April 2. My wife and I will celebrate and worship with thousands of other believers at PCPC....
What About Retirement!

What About Retirement!

Recently, some have asked me why at eighty-eight I am still engaged in ministry, DREM and Abiding Fathers. My simple answer is that God placed a distinct calling on my life for both ministries. And as I have studied scripture over several decades I have yet...