Love is not easy! I know that isn’t a groundbreaking or earth shattering statement, but those who love others know it to be a true statement. It applies to your spouse, your children, and even other people. The idea of … Read More
I wanted to take a quick moment and to say on behalf of myself, my family, and the Westlake Baptist Church family, Merry Christmas to you and your family. Thank you to the many of you who are faithful readers … Read More
Here as of late the podcasts of preachers I listen to, the blogs I read, as well as the articles I have been reading all seem to revolve around one subject, suffering. As I have gone back and looked and … Read More
“The Lord is my Shepherd” are the words to what is most likely the most popular Psalm in the Bible. The 23rd Psalm is recited in church services, funerals, and other events. It used to comfort those who are struggling. … Read More
Have you ever been talking to someone and they said something so profound that you just said to yourself “wow, that is really powerful?” I had one of those moments in a chat with a brother in Christ. His quote … Read More
I have the joy and privilege of pastoring a Southern Baptist Convention church. Though I did not grow in in the Southern Baptist Convention, I have come to love Southern Baptist because they are people who stand on the Word … Read More
Diana and I have a show that we like to watch, it is called The Voice. We like it because it doesn’t have the craziness of other similar shows. The people who come to the voice are very talented and … Read More
People will hurt you and people will mistreat you. I know that isn’t a groundbreaking assertion, but it is true nonetheless. I spent part of this past Sunday and even this past Wednesday night teaching on the fact that we … Read More
Jesus’ ministry lasted three and one half years. To say that a lot happened during that time would be a major understatement. But on the bookends of Jesus’ ministry is something that is very interesting. In Matthew 4 as Jesus … Read More
Let’s face it, we all mess up, need forgiveness, and to be given a second chance. Many times it is a third, fourth, fifth, etc. chance. As parents we always tell our children, if you make a mistake own it, … Read More
