Matthew 6:9-13 New King James Version (NKJV) 9 In this manner, therefore, pray: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name. 10 Your kingdom come. Your will be done On earth as it is in heaven. 11 Give us this day our daily bread. 12 And… Read more
I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength… Occasionally I have the privilege to consult with ministries and leaders. Frequently I hear stories of burnout and feeling overwhelmed with responsibilities coupled with a reference to Philippians 4:13,… Read more
In a recent conversation, I had a friend argumentatively tell me, “I’ve read the bible all the way through, cover to cover…I know what it says…” I was a little taken aback at her thought process. Now, I do realize… Read more
In the last year I’ve finally come out of a very long season of pain and frustration as a direct result of something I didn’t deserve…2006 was my last year in law enforcement… I was a Detective Sergeant and a… Read more
When People tell me that they are tired, I often respond…”I was tired once…” Of course it’s a joke, but in truth, being one who is motivated and affirmed by progress, often times I find myself more tired than not…… Read more
Have you ever had one of those conversations that you find yourself reflecting back on years afterward…? I had one of those probably 4 years ago while talking with a Biker pastor friend of mine named Sid who has also… Read more
I was driving this morning and saw a custom florida license plate that got my attention. It said “Protect Wild Dolphins”… When I saw this I immediately had several thoughts. As a scuba diver, I love the water! But, I… Read more
In the past 2 months, in my home town we have had record breaking heat and a drought that has caused me to jokingly coin the phrase that “Brown is the new Green”… Then out of the blue last week,… Read more
If you are like me, I’m sure you have had times in your life when you wondered if what you were doing for God was amounting to anything… Maybe you’ve taken a stand for God with some friends and it… Read more
As many of you know…A few years ago while on duty, a couple of guys tried to kill me and because of my injuries the doctors mandated that I retire in my law enforcement career as a Detective Sergeant and… Read more