Installment Number Two of God's Stories is long overdue...but after what just happened to me, I couldn't help but get back on the blogging horse and bring you this amazing story!I just saved $55 at the mechanic!That might not seem like a big deal to you...But for us at the moment, $55 actually is a … Continue reading God Stories; No. 2: Jog + Prayer + Hairy American = $55
God Stories; No. 1: Riches from a Beggar.
Introduction to the Series. I've recently been encouraged, that when I feel discouraged, I should remember. Remember what, you might say? Remember God's faithfulness throughout my life. Remember the times He stepped in and saved the day. Remember that I am not alone. I have never been alone. And so... let me introduce you to … Continue reading God Stories; No. 1: Riches from a Beggar.
Prophecy at 35,000 feet: A birds eye view on “words of knowledge”.
At a recent youth camp, that I was speaking on, I delivered a couple of "prophetic words." That is, messages I felt were from God. One of the youth in attendance asked me, "How do you know you are hearing from God?" It's a good question isn't it? She wasn't the first person to ask … Continue reading Prophecy at 35,000 feet: A birds eye view on “words of knowledge”.
Reflections from a dying man…
(Our family has just spent a week in Colorado Springs for my (Andrews) Masters program with Fuller Theological Seminary. It was a two week intensive that rocked my world, and so... I thought I'd share some thoughts I've had as a result, with you. I'll divide these thoughts into two sections, one for each week … Continue reading Reflections from a dying man…
When all is stripped away…
In the last few months, my wife and I have quit our jobs and sold nearly everything we have to come to America. We knew selling everything would be difficult, and saying goodbye to friends and family would be hard too. However, what we, or should I say "I", didn't realize would be so difficult … Continue reading When all is stripped away…
When seasons change…
What do you do when everything you know and knew, suddenly goes out the door, and your season changes? For over three and a half years now I have been responsible for the discipleship of hundreds of young adults, as the Young Adults Pastor at Discovery Church. It has been one of the most challenging … Continue reading When seasons change…
Lessons from Noah, The Wright Brothers, and Martin Luther…
Have you ever worked on something (a project, or an idea) that was so outrageous, so unlikely, that you didn’t want anyone to find out, just in case it didn’t work out? Are you in a season right now, where you are either doing what you think you should be doing, or contemplating doing it, … Continue reading Lessons from Noah, The Wright Brothers, and Martin Luther…
Christmas Chaos…
It's Christmas time... and you know what that means? It means it's time to forget about humanity. It's time to kick in your survival instincts, and start to look out for number one. Get your elbows ready to push another human being out of line in the shops. Get your reflexes tuned so that you … Continue reading Christmas Chaos…
I AM FREE- Day 9,10 and beyond…
Have you ever just needed to get away? Your brain is full, your heart is drained, and you just need to spend some time alone with God, to recharge and refocus. My last two days in the USA, before flying home, were spent doing just that. I’d met with many people, most days being out … Continue reading I AM FREE- Day 9,10 and beyond…
Born with no eyes, but seeing the love of God in action- Day 7 and 8
Have you ever met someone who's story inspires you? Have you ever talked to someone and thought- I can learn a lot from this person? My last two days have been full of such people. I met Patrick Henry and Patrick John Hughes. Patrick John has given his whole life to supporting and raising his … Continue reading Born with no eyes, but seeing the love of God in action- Day 7 and 8
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