well the word is everywhere - these are some tough economic times.  people are watching the stock market dive and recover.  one day there seems to be hope - another day nobody is sure. the truth is that our real security is in Jesus Christ.  these troubled times though offer some unique opportunities for believers.  we have hope regardless of the economic or whatever situation.  we have the promise of provision even in the face of dwindling sales - unemployment - or underemployment.  … [Read more...]

today my schedule was filled with a few of my favorite things.  i started out in a workout class called bootcamp.  our instructor is bobbi and she is amazing.  she keeps the class challenging and new each and every time.  i appreciate that about her.  i am usually sore the day after her class - which they tell me is a good thing..... then later i met with jannelle and terra to pray.  we had a wonderful time in the Lord's presence.  He showered us with His goodness and showed us how to … [Read more...]

i want to thank all of you who have been praying for my dad.  thank you - thank you - thank you. God has answered our prayers as my dad is doing well.  i talked with him earlier today and he said he was pain-free.  for the day after surgery - that is such good news. i was in awe of how many people called, sent emails, and stopped by the hospital to pray and wish my dad well.  i am very thankful for all of the wonderful friends and family members that God has put in my life.  truly, i am … [Read more...]

the christian television network telethon started last night.  we are excited to see how God moves in the lives and hearts of His people.  we are sharing some great stories with our viewers of how God has reached into really dark places with the light of His love.  please continue to watch and join in as we celebrate another year of christian television. judy (my relative) got good news on her patholgy report.  we praise God for that.  in just two weeks she's back at work (promises she's … [Read more...]

i'm in atlanta this evening with my family.  we'll be here for the weekend.  the weather is beautiful and shortly we are leaving the hotel for dinner. as i shared with you i prayed about my father's upcoming surgery.  i definitely want to be there with him and my boss graciously allowed me to miss this year's telethon i order to be with my family.  i am most grateful to God for answering this prayer and most grateful to my boss who is the most godly, gentle and yet strong leader i have ever … [Read more...]

i am reminded today of how prayer is of the utmost importance. i have been praying for my relative who had a mastectomy last week.  she has been doing remarkably well and we continue to pray for a good pathology report.  today, i talked with my parents and i learned that my father needs shoulder surgery next week.  more prayer is in order. my schedule is loaded right now with speaking, traveling, and my full time job.  i am unclear right now on whether i'll be able to travel for work as … [Read more...]

i had a great time this AM at freedom international christian center in goodlettsville, TN.  i spoke in the AM service.  i spoke on grace and how His grace enables us to do what we cannot do on our own.  it was good to see everyone at freedom int'l again - the church is growing and the people are all hungry to know Him more. my relative's surgery on friday went well.  God answered many prayers.  we are all believing for a good pathology report.  we should have that from the dr. in about a … [Read more...]

my schedule has been extremely busy the last several weeks. i am tired from the television taping today.  we did 4 teaching shows in the studio.  a few of my friends came and watched.  it was wonderful to have them there.  i taught on being people of vision and the importance of knowing God's Word and His promises to us. when i got home from work i got busy packing.  i leave in the AM for ohio.  one of my relatives is having surgery on friday (mastectomy) and i am flying out  to be with … [Read more...]

i'm always delighted when i hear the story of the prodigal son. i'm encouraged when i read about how the father was watching for the son to return.  scriptures says that the father saw the son - a long ways off.  that means he was waiting for him. when the prodigal returned the father gave him all his stuff back.  his role as a son - after all everything that the father had belonged to him.  the father even threw a party for him.  not just a little party - but a lavish get … [Read more...]