7 deadly wrongs in 28 words or less

1. Wealth without work 2. Pleasure without conscience 3. Knowledge without character 4. Science without humanity 5. Commerce without morality 6. Worship without sacrifice 7. Politics without principle AUTHOR UNKNOWN Hey. They were only 28 words. Why not read them again?

The Scripture’s Effect on the Mind

Twenty years ago a deeply troubled young man stepped into my office.  He was accompanied by a friend for the sake of encouragement. Together they began to pour out his sad story. When he was in 8th grade he became a victim of sexual abuse at the hand of high school teen. As he had entered high school he struggled … Read More

Building Bridges: Introduction to the Nine Areas

John Piper once wrote, “Books don’t change people; paragraphs do. Sometimes even sentences.” Such was the case with a sentence that was given me by a friend over 15 years ago. I have found that whenever I have used this idea in my ministry or in my parenting I have not been disappointed.  To my shame, I also acknowledge there … Read More

Building Bridges: 9 Key Areas for Questions and Scriptures

The nine areas of consideration are intentionally built upon the acrostic “scripture” so that we may remember both the importance of the question (to discern the need) and the Scripture (to offer hope and change). As a pastor, for years I have lived by the addage: Ask questions until a Biblical parallel comes to mind. Nine Key Areas for Life Change … Read More

Section 1: Salvation – Where is their relationship with the Lord?

Key questions to ask: Do you know for sure that you’re going to heaven? Why? Do you know what the Bible says about how one gets to heaven? Has there ever been a point in your life where you’ve trusted Christ as your Savior? Have you ever doubted your salvation? Very seriously? How often? Key Scriptures to consider: But when … Read More

Section 3: Relationships: Friends – What kinds of friends do they have?

Key questions to ask: Who are your three  closest friends? Do you like to be with them? Why? Why not? What are the hardest things you face with your friends? Do your friends get along with their parents? What do your parents think about your friends? Do you ever discuss spiritual things with your friends? In what ways do your … Read More