We were outside today, and Brad said,” Look at that painting.” We chose to linger there and enjoy God’s masterpiece.  Deuteronomy 30:19: "I have set before you life and death, the blessing and the curse. So choose life that you may live."   He didn't say to make a decision. He said, “Choose”! The difference between a choice and a...

Can you believe this will be our second Thanksgiving in our charming little town? We are so thankful for all these sweet southern folks working in the shops, banks, restaurants, and the village market.  It's a blessing to witness their dedication and kindness. They make this community feel like home! I’ve started a little tradition of giving...

As I drove across the Blue Bridge today, the one I crossed over when going to town, my heart swelled with gratitude. The sky above was a canvas of divine artistry, painted with blue that matched the Blue Bridge and those hues of grey puffy clouds. I snapped a picture, capturing this moment. I knew it was from the Creator.  I call it my Blue...

On this Veterans Day, we pause with heartfelt gratitude to honor all who have fought for our freedom, who proudly wore the uniform, and who served our great nation. Their courage, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment remind us of the profound price of freedom. Let us celebrate these heroes, whose bravery has woven the fabric of our liberty. We...

As I opened my Bible today and began to study these powerful scriptures, I couldn’t help but reflect on the state of our America. Let’s take a moment to really digest Hosea 8:4: “They made kings, but not through Me. They set up princes, but I knew it not.” What a reminder for our times! Choosing leaders without seeking God’s guidance is not just...

So many people are wandering in the shadows, missing out on the incredible truth of God and His love. They sadly desire to linger in false information, yet some even claim to believe, but their understanding is all mixed up. Some chase after many gods, worshipping things that can’t save them, or even getting caught up in the darkness of evil...

As the sunsets in the series “The Journey.”  This brings everything full circle. I never intended to start writing a book, but the Journey series opened my heart, and the Lord began to release me to flow with words and fill the pages. The river ministry served as a powerful metaphor for my faith—it is ever—moving and ever-changing yet...

Hey friends! I’m beyond excited to share some incredible news with you all! I started writing the pages of my first book.  This isn’t just a book; it’s a beautiful tapestry of 25 years of faith and the journey I've walked as a pastor in a little Midwest town—right at the heart of America’s crossroads. Call it a River, which is my story of...

In Part 2 of my journey, I have been in awe of how prophetic words clear the clouds of uncertainty from my path and illuminate my way. First Steps Forward on My Journey  I accepted the Lord when I was nine and baptized in a Southern Baptist Church in Fultondale, Alabama. At 28, I was in deep shadows of depression, and it was trying to...