Bible Study Blossoms

Bible Study Blossoms

Have you ever planted a tree you thought would never produce fruit? Many years ago, I planted a tiny sprig of an apricot tree on the backside of our property. It finally grew into a large and leafy tree, but after several years of fruitless life, I was ready to cut it...
So Close, Yet So Far Away

So Close, Yet So Far Away

Nothing beats a day of sharing fellowship with great friends, accompanied by the crack of the bat—the sound that is the heartbeat of baseball. For two weeks, I had looked forward to this outing. It was not disappointing. The 100-mile drive to Busch Stadium passed...
Our Miracle-Working God

Our Miracle-Working God

One thing I can tell you with certainty: God is still in the miracle-working business. Since I started working in 3ABN’s Pastoral Department, I’ve been a frequent witness to His mighty power. Some of His miracles deal with ordinary matters in an extraordinary way,...
Endurance Training for Life’s Marathon

Endurance Training for Life’s Marathon

I’ll never forget the first time Shelley and I met Rachel.* With sparkling eyes that reflected the Lord’s love, she enthusiastically embraced us as a brother and sister-in-Christ. Rachel was one of those overachievers who do all things well. A true handmaiden of the...
Don’t Be a Spiritual Scaredy-Cat

Don’t Be a Spiritual Scaredy-Cat

“Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” Hebrews 4:16 My wife Shelley and I love animals, and have had a number of house pets throughout our lives. We’re both allergic to cats, so we’ve...