Monthly Archives: January 2013

It’s All Becoming Clear

I think I’m beginning to get it.  I’m not supposed to make friends so that I can witness to them.  I’m not even charged with making friends.  God wants me to love people! Sometimes, they will become friends.  Other times, … Continue reading

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Drama on Craigslist

One Easter, I posted an article online sharing the Christian message of the holiday, and placed ‘ads’ on Craigslist encouraging people to read it.  Here’s the text from one of those ads. Do you think Jesus and the Easter Bunny … Continue reading

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The Gospel Sketched for Kids

Share the Savior’s ministry is geared toward adults.  But sometimes, something comes along that’s more focused on kids, and since they need a savior too, I want to share Ben Irwin’s post today.  Read the whole thing.  See like a … Continue reading

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A Be Attitude: Be Patient

When our friends have questions, they want to hear real answers from someone they trust.  Sometimes they may just need us to listen.  We should always be patient with them, even if we see them moving away from Christ.  That’s what love looks like!

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Stott’s Thoughts – A Portrait of God

“The Bible reveals a God who, long before it even occurs to man to turn to him, while man is still lost in darkness and sunk in sin, takes the initiative, rises from his throne, lays aside his glory, and … Continue reading

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You Share, I Share, We all Share

I’m so often reminded of how little my effort to write a word of encouragement, has meant on its own.  Since it’s impossible for me to determine what you need to move toward greater evangelistic effectiveness, let alone get you … Continue reading

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Practical Principals

In April of 2010, I emailed an online friend, and he replied the next day.  It had been nearly four years since I’d last heard from him, so there was lots of catching up to do.  Since our initial contact, … Continue reading

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