Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Thursday, September 23, 2010
God's Hand
It has been quite some time since I have written on this blog site. This delay has been spent learning lessons and opening my heart to God.
In June and July I had placed my job as the priority in my life. I was not spending time in God’s Word and even placed my job in front of serving Christ. In the middle of July I signed my resignation and began the process of humbling myself. I began my daily readings and taking the time to listen for God to speak. I was applying for employment and praying for God to open the doors for the right vessel. I looked into different mission organizations to become a full time missionary. I found that many of these organizations have placed rules about being divorced. I know God uses jacked up people all through the bible for His glory. I continued to pray and then six weeks ago I applied for a position in a ministry that’s sole purpose is to get God’s Word to every child. Two weeks after applying for this position I still had not heard anything.
This is when God’s hand showed up and showed me His power to change all things. On the night of Saturday, 08/21/10 out of my normal routine I walked into the church office to pick up the items needed at our 2nd church campus. I was asked about my work experience. It turned out that the same position I had applied for two weeks prior was e-mailed to church staff. The next day as I was driving to the main campus to deliver items from the 2nd campus I thought “If there is a parking spot near the office I’ll stop. If not I’ll just pull up and drop off the items off and leave”. You guessed it. There was a front row space right next to the office. I went in and dropped off the items then went to talk to a Pastor about my internship in Pastoral Care. This was the 1st answered prayer of the week. I was then introduced to the Church member who sent the e-mail to the Church staff. On Monday I began my internship. On Tuesday I received a phone call to set-up an interview for the position I had applied for. On Wednesday when I finished the interview I knew there would be no doubt that God had arranged this whole situation. The interview was 90% about my walk with Christ. My resume explained my work experience so that was never a question. To interview for a job and be able to talk about what God has done in my life was amazing. On Friday I received the phone call that I was hired. This was the 2nd answered prayer of the week. The 3rd answered prayer was the pay was exactly what I needed in order to live and pay my bills.
During this time I read Psalm 25 almost every day. I can truly say this Psalm helped me through this tough time. God provided all my needs during the time of being unemployed and provided a vessel that allows me to serve Him every day. I am truly blessed and amazed by the Power, Mercy, Grace and Love God has for each of His children. God reached down and held me close. His right hand never let me go.
In June and July I had placed my job as the priority in my life. I was not spending time in God’s Word and even placed my job in front of serving Christ. In the middle of July I signed my resignation and began the process of humbling myself. I began my daily readings and taking the time to listen for God to speak. I was applying for employment and praying for God to open the doors for the right vessel. I looked into different mission organizations to become a full time missionary. I found that many of these organizations have placed rules about being divorced. I know God uses jacked up people all through the bible for His glory. I continued to pray and then six weeks ago I applied for a position in a ministry that’s sole purpose is to get God’s Word to every child. Two weeks after applying for this position I still had not heard anything.
This is when God’s hand showed up and showed me His power to change all things. On the night of Saturday, 08/21/10 out of my normal routine I walked into the church office to pick up the items needed at our 2nd church campus. I was asked about my work experience. It turned out that the same position I had applied for two weeks prior was e-mailed to church staff. The next day as I was driving to the main campus to deliver items from the 2nd campus I thought “If there is a parking spot near the office I’ll stop. If not I’ll just pull up and drop off the items off and leave”. You guessed it. There was a front row space right next to the office. I went in and dropped off the items then went to talk to a Pastor about my internship in Pastoral Care. This was the 1st answered prayer of the week. I was then introduced to the Church member who sent the e-mail to the Church staff. On Monday I began my internship. On Tuesday I received a phone call to set-up an interview for the position I had applied for. On Wednesday when I finished the interview I knew there would be no doubt that God had arranged this whole situation. The interview was 90% about my walk with Christ. My resume explained my work experience so that was never a question. To interview for a job and be able to talk about what God has done in my life was amazing. On Friday I received the phone call that I was hired. This was the 2nd answered prayer of the week. The 3rd answered prayer was the pay was exactly what I needed in order to live and pay my bills.
During this time I read Psalm 25 almost every day. I can truly say this Psalm helped me through this tough time. God provided all my needs during the time of being unemployed and provided a vessel that allows me to serve Him every day. I am truly blessed and amazed by the Power, Mercy, Grace and Love God has for each of His children. God reached down and held me close. His right hand never let me go.
Monday, May 17, 2010
Acts 20:28
Keep watch over yourselves and all the flock of which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers. Be shepherds of the church of God, which he bought with his own blood.
This is a very powerful and humbling verse. Paul spoke these words to the elders in Ephesus. This message still stands firm today. As I continue my walk with Christ and grow my faith I am reminded it is not just about me. As a leader in different ministries it is my responsibility to spread the Gospel and help others in their spiritual walk. My salvation was paid for by the blood of the living God. As 1 Timothy 4:14a states - Do not neglect your gift. My gift from God is the ability to communicate His word. I do not do this for money or self gain. I do this for the will of God and I serve him whole heartedly. Through the perseverance of my life and with sound doctrine I not only save myself but also those who hear and accept the salvation of Jesus Christ. Each of us has a flock that we tend to. You may not always be open to the idea of mentoring others; however your actions in every situation are well noted by those around you. Walking in faith and living a Christian life pays more towards others salvation then most people ever know.
This is a very powerful and humbling verse. Paul spoke these words to the elders in Ephesus. This message still stands firm today. As I continue my walk with Christ and grow my faith I am reminded it is not just about me. As a leader in different ministries it is my responsibility to spread the Gospel and help others in their spiritual walk. My salvation was paid for by the blood of the living God. As 1 Timothy 4:14a states - Do not neglect your gift. My gift from God is the ability to communicate His word. I do not do this for money or self gain. I do this for the will of God and I serve him whole heartedly. Through the perseverance of my life and with sound doctrine I not only save myself but also those who hear and accept the salvation of Jesus Christ. Each of us has a flock that we tend to. You may not always be open to the idea of mentoring others; however your actions in every situation are well noted by those around you. Walking in faith and living a Christian life pays more towards others salvation then most people ever know.
Friday, May 7, 2010
Galatians 2:20
"I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me”
I can truly say I struggle with this verse. We are still in a world that is polluted with sin. Just about every corner and turn I make sin is in my face. To be crucified with Christ means to be dead to sin. Satan is constantly testing me and my faith. I ask the Holy Spirit each day for guidance, wisdom and refuge. I live my life in faith of someone I cannot text, e-mail or call on a phone. Living in Faith takes me outside of all my senses. Imagine talking to people and trying to introduce them to your best friend that you cannot see. That is a walk in faith. I think about God turning his back when Jesus was beaten, mocked, spit on and crucified. As a father I cannot imagine turning my back on my son and allowing him to be treated like that. This was done for me (us). When I think about this I realize just how much God loves each one of us.
I can truly say I struggle with this verse. We are still in a world that is polluted with sin. Just about every corner and turn I make sin is in my face. To be crucified with Christ means to be dead to sin. Satan is constantly testing me and my faith. I ask the Holy Spirit each day for guidance, wisdom and refuge. I live my life in faith of someone I cannot text, e-mail or call on a phone. Living in Faith takes me outside of all my senses. Imagine talking to people and trying to introduce them to your best friend that you cannot see. That is a walk in faith. I think about God turning his back when Jesus was beaten, mocked, spit on and crucified. As a father I cannot imagine turning my back on my son and allowing him to be treated like that. This was done for me (us). When I think about this I realize just how much God loves each one of us.
Monday, April 12, 2010
Philippians 4:6
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present you requests to God.”
During the course of last week, I had a lot of anxiety in my heart and mind. I had been going crazy trying to discern the decisions I had to make. On Thursday my heart was heavy and I finally stopped and asked God to provide me with the strength to get this anxiety behind me and provide me with the courage to handle the situation. I gave thanks for everything he has done in my life and for the prayers he has answered. All my anxiety was immediately gone. I asked God to challenge me with a new verse and he provided me with this one. When I first read the verse I knew it was God reaffirming what I had done on Thursday. In today’s world with the pressures on everyone in the areas of work, finances, family and loved ones we tend to forget that God will always provide. As the scripture states, “IN EVERY SITUATION”, present your requests to God. We also need to ensure we give thanks for everything God has already provided for us no matter how big or small.
During the course of last week, I had a lot of anxiety in my heart and mind. I had been going crazy trying to discern the decisions I had to make. On Thursday my heart was heavy and I finally stopped and asked God to provide me with the strength to get this anxiety behind me and provide me with the courage to handle the situation. I gave thanks for everything he has done in my life and for the prayers he has answered. All my anxiety was immediately gone. I asked God to challenge me with a new verse and he provided me with this one. When I first read the verse I knew it was God reaffirming what I had done on Thursday. In today’s world with the pressures on everyone in the areas of work, finances, family and loved ones we tend to forget that God will always provide. As the scripture states, “IN EVERY SITUATION”, present your requests to God. We also need to ensure we give thanks for everything God has already provided for us no matter how big or small.
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
Biblical Fasting
During the beginning of March 2010, the church I attend asked the people to fast. Throughout the course of the week I had numerous people tell me that people questioned why they were fasting. Many people also commented that the church should not ask anyone to fast and that it was not Biblical.
I placed this subject on a back burner due to the controversy it brings. Over the past three days during my daily scripture reading I read two different verses in two different books of the Bible that talked about fasting. This prompted me to look more into the biblical aspect of it.
I certainly remember growing up and giving up something for Lent each year. As Easter approaches there are many who are still honoring this. This can be considered a form a fasting in today’s fast paced world. I have found that fasting appears numerous times throughout the Bible. The Master Study Bible refers to fasting as an act before God in the privacy of your pursuit of God. The early churches fasted to seek God’s will for the church leaders.
The three main forms of fasting in the Bible are:
•No food only water (Luke 4:2)
•No food or water for no more than 3 days (Ezra 10:6, Esther 4:16 & Acts 9:9)
•Fruits, Vegetables and water only (Daniel 10:3)
I personally find it ironic that people would question why people would fast and actually state it is not Biblical. I welcome the idea of fasting when I need to hear God. Fasting is a private matter between you and God. Boasting or advertising your fast to make people think you are righteous or Holy is not Biblical. In Matt 6:16, Jesus rebuked the Pharisees for doing just that. Jesus did not appoint any fasts during his time on earth, however He did fast for 40 days and 40 nights prior to being tempted by the devil (Matt 4:2-3).
I would urge anyone seeking God for Confession of Sins, Mourning, Heartfelt Prayer, Personal Afflictions or any Major Decisions to fast prior to talking with God. This will truly assist in cleansing the body and soul so you can truly listening and hear God’s answer.
I placed this subject on a back burner due to the controversy it brings. Over the past three days during my daily scripture reading I read two different verses in two different books of the Bible that talked about fasting. This prompted me to look more into the biblical aspect of it.
I certainly remember growing up and giving up something for Lent each year. As Easter approaches there are many who are still honoring this. This can be considered a form a fasting in today’s fast paced world. I have found that fasting appears numerous times throughout the Bible. The Master Study Bible refers to fasting as an act before God in the privacy of your pursuit of God. The early churches fasted to seek God’s will for the church leaders.
The three main forms of fasting in the Bible are:
•No food only water (Luke 4:2)
•No food or water for no more than 3 days (Ezra 10:6, Esther 4:16 & Acts 9:9)
•Fruits, Vegetables and water only (Daniel 10:3)
I personally find it ironic that people would question why people would fast and actually state it is not Biblical. I welcome the idea of fasting when I need to hear God. Fasting is a private matter between you and God. Boasting or advertising your fast to make people think you are righteous or Holy is not Biblical. In Matt 6:16, Jesus rebuked the Pharisees for doing just that. Jesus did not appoint any fasts during his time on earth, however He did fast for 40 days and 40 nights prior to being tempted by the devil (Matt 4:2-3).
I would urge anyone seeking God for Confession of Sins, Mourning, Heartfelt Prayer, Personal Afflictions or any Major Decisions to fast prior to talking with God. This will truly assist in cleansing the body and soul so you can truly listening and hear God’s answer.
Monday, March 15, 2010
Isaiah 7:14
“Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign: The virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel.”
When studying scripture I have found it important to read prior verses along with verses after the actual verse I am studying. This provides me with a greater understanding of it.
This verse was prophesied by Isaiah between 740 and 700 BC – The reasoning for the message was due to King Ahaz wanting a sign from God. Ironically this verse is also found in Matthew 1:23 when the angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph, which was written in 50 and 60 AD.
The name Immanuel means “God with us”.
These words are similar to the words used in the New Testament.
John 1:14 – “The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us.”
1 Timothy 3:16 – “He appeared in a body.”
As I read this verse I also noticed the “The Virgin” is an indication that shows how God’s plans are set. “The Virgin” is pointing to a specific person (Mary). If this was prophesied as “A Virgin” it would leave the impression or emphasis the “The Virgin” was not yet picked. This I feel is very significant for as it states in Psalm 139:16 – “All the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them became to be.”
I wonder what God has already written in His book for me? I know I need to open my heart in order to hear Him and allow Him to guide me.
I urge each of you to take time daily to sit and ask God the questions you have. Then take a moment and relax, clear your mind, open your heart and listen.
Remember it may not always be what you have pre-determined the answer should be and it may not be what you want to hear.
However God provides us with three answers: Yes, No, Maybe in my time and will. It is always your decision to walk on the narrow or wide path.
When studying scripture I have found it important to read prior verses along with verses after the actual verse I am studying. This provides me with a greater understanding of it.
This verse was prophesied by Isaiah between 740 and 700 BC – The reasoning for the message was due to King Ahaz wanting a sign from God. Ironically this verse is also found in Matthew 1:23 when the angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph, which was written in 50 and 60 AD.
The name Immanuel means “God with us”.
These words are similar to the words used in the New Testament.
John 1:14 – “The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us.”
1 Timothy 3:16 – “He appeared in a body.”
As I read this verse I also noticed the “The Virgin” is an indication that shows how God’s plans are set. “The Virgin” is pointing to a specific person (Mary). If this was prophesied as “A Virgin” it would leave the impression or emphasis the “The Virgin” was not yet picked. This I feel is very significant for as it states in Psalm 139:16 – “All the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them became to be.”
I wonder what God has already written in His book for me? I know I need to open my heart in order to hear Him and allow Him to guide me.
I urge each of you to take time daily to sit and ask God the questions you have. Then take a moment and relax, clear your mind, open your heart and listen.
Remember it may not always be what you have pre-determined the answer should be and it may not be what you want to hear.
However God provides us with three answers: Yes, No, Maybe in my time and will. It is always your decision to walk on the narrow or wide path.
Thursday, March 4, 2010
Psalm 46:10
"Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth."
Today as best I can, I am going to be still. I am not going to charter thoughtlessly. I will remember that I don't have to defend myself or make sure people think of me the way I want them to. Today I don't have to get my way. Today, before I make decisions, I will try to listen for God's voice. I am not going to be tossed around by anxiety or anger-I will take those feelings as prompts from the Spirit to listen first. In each of these situations I will ask God "How would you like me to respond? I will live in stillness."
Today as best I can, I am going to be still. I am not going to charter thoughtlessly. I will remember that I don't have to defend myself or make sure people think of me the way I want them to. Today I don't have to get my way. Today, before I make decisions, I will try to listen for God's voice. I am not going to be tossed around by anxiety or anger-I will take those feelings as prompts from the Spirit to listen first. In each of these situations I will ask God "How would you like me to respond? I will live in stillness."
Sunday, February 28, 2010
James 5:16
“Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective.”
Confessing your sins will humble your heart and make you more aware of your actions. When you confess your sins to a friend you have to undergo self-humiliation due to talking about your own weaknesses. I find this to be very hard. It requires me to swallow my pride and put my manhood to the test. I have learned this is all part of putting my baggage down as I walk my path. After confessing our sins we need to pray for one another in order to be made whole. The word prayer appears 138 times in 130 different verses in the NIV Bible.
Why would God have the word PRAYER repeated so many times?
I believe it is to emphasize the importance of prayer in our Christian lives. Prayer and the humbling of our souls help us to become righteous (Acceptable to God).
As the quote from Guy H. King states:
“No one is a firmer believer in the power of prayer than the devil; not that he practices it, but he suffers from it”
Confessing your sins will humble your heart and make you more aware of your actions. When you confess your sins to a friend you have to undergo self-humiliation due to talking about your own weaknesses. I find this to be very hard. It requires me to swallow my pride and put my manhood to the test. I have learned this is all part of putting my baggage down as I walk my path. After confessing our sins we need to pray for one another in order to be made whole. The word prayer appears 138 times in 130 different verses in the NIV Bible.
Why would God have the word PRAYER repeated so many times?
I believe it is to emphasize the importance of prayer in our Christian lives. Prayer and the humbling of our souls help us to become righteous (Acceptable to God).
As the quote from Guy H. King states:
“No one is a firmer believer in the power of prayer than the devil; not that he practices it, but he suffers from it”
Thursday, February 18, 2010
John 4:24
“God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in spirit and in truth.”
Growing up I always viewed worship as a work out “Stand up, Sit Down, Kneel Down, and Stand up”. Since being saved I struggle with true worship. In today’s society of getting everything done quickly I tend to worship through my actions and words. I have come to realize however that true worship comes from sharing your heart in spirit, you then feel God’s love more deeply. This cannot be done with actions or by words from our mouths. We have to open our hearts in worship followed by slowing down and listening to God.
Growing up I always viewed worship as a work out “Stand up, Sit Down, Kneel Down, and Stand up”. Since being saved I struggle with true worship. In today’s society of getting everything done quickly I tend to worship through my actions and words. I have come to realize however that true worship comes from sharing your heart in spirit, you then feel God’s love more deeply. This cannot be done with actions or by words from our mouths. We have to open our hearts in worship followed by slowing down and listening to God.
Monday, February 15, 2010
John 13:34
“A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.”
As a Christian this verse means so much. We need to be able to love the people in our lives who appear to be unlovable. Those who truly know me will say “I never have a bad day!” This is what being a Christian is truly about. I take time each day to reflect on the people I’ve come in contact with and ask myself, would they say “I am loving, I am always smiling, Nothing ever bothers me.” Always remember the true meaning of love as it is written in 1 Corinthians 13:4-7.
As a Christian this verse means so much. We need to be able to love the people in our lives who appear to be unlovable. Those who truly know me will say “I never have a bad day!” This is what being a Christian is truly about. I take time each day to reflect on the people I’ve come in contact with and ask myself, would they say “I am loving, I am always smiling, Nothing ever bothers me.” Always remember the true meaning of love as it is written in 1 Corinthians 13:4-7.
Sunday, February 14, 2010
“The Parable of the Lost Son”
A wonderful person came into my life recently and her words and faith began to inspire me. I listened to her talk about the word of God on her blog and was moved by the passion she had. During this time I asked if she needed any assistance and she responded that WE should do a video together. I immediately responded with a message that I was not prepared to take this step, however I would help her in other ways. I can truly say that within minutes of making that comment my mind was filled with messages. I picked up a piece of paper and began designing this page. I turned on the T.V. and there was Billy Graham in Black and White giving a sermon on “The Parable of the Lost Son”. My mind was going 110 m.p.h….. Immediately following this program Joyce Meyer appeared with John Maxwell. I knew at that point I was prepared to begin this journey. For years I have read and transformed John Maxwell’s leadership books into presentation to teach and train front line supervision.
God truly had the Holy Spirit give me a nudge (More like a slap in the back of head).
Luke 15:11-24 – “The Parable of the Lost Son”
"There was a man who had two sons. The younger one said to his father, 'Father, give me my share of the estate.' So he divided his property between them.
I received my share of God’s estate when I was growing up attending Catholic Church, from Sunday school, CCD classes, being an altar boy and at one point even thinking of becoming a priest. I learned at a young age the rights and wrongs of life. I just did not always follow them.
"Not long after that, the younger son got together all he had, set off for a distant country and there squandered his wealth in wild living. After he had spent everything, there was a severe famine in that whole country, and he began to be in need. So he went and hired himself out to a citizen of that country, who sent him to his fields to feed pigs. He longed to fill his stomach with the pods that the pigs were eating, but no one gave him anything.
This is where adolescents kicked into overdrive. As any young man faces it became Girls, Girls and more Girls along with alcohol. I fell in love with someone who was not equally yoked. I stopped attending church, stopped praying on a regular basis. Went through divorce, committed adultery as it is written in the Old and New Testaments. Worked in Strip clubs and dated the women who worked in them. Re-married the same woman and ended up divorced for a 2nd time.
“When he came to his senses, he said, 'How many of my father's hired men have food to spare, and here I am starving to death! I will set out and go back to my father and say to him: Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son; make me like one of your hired men.' So he got up and went to his father.
During my 2nd marriage I began to come to my senses. I truly tried to make this marriage work. During this time two spiritual men came into my life, Bob Cole whom I have coached football with for 11 years, and Gene Robinson who always has the Gospel at the tip of his tongue. Neither of these two hired men of my Father knew the impact they were having on my life. I owe stepping back into a church to Bob. He was always asking and was always prepared to be there for me. Gene always reminded me of the words God has for me. The other hired hand was a group of 12 and 13 year old athletes that I had the pleasure of coaching. I will not tell their story. It can be found in the book recently published “Charging Forward”.
“But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion for him; he ran to his son, threw his arms around him and kissed him.” The son said to him, 'Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son.' “But the father said to his servants, 'Quick! Bring the best robe and put it on him. Put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet. Bring the fattened calf and kill it. Let's have a feast and celebrate. For this son of mine was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.' So they began to celebrate.
During the time spent with Bob and Gene I was truly a long way off but the Holy Spirit was growing stronger inside of me. I finally called Bob and asked if I could go to church with him. The first service was about the vows of marriage. I still continued to go and on July 25, 2009 with my proclaiming in public that Jesus Christ is my Lord and Savior there was a celebration in Heaven because a lost (dead) soul had returned home.
I can truly say that during my life the Holy Spirit has always been present, I just was not in tune with his nudges. When I was 20 years old I toured Jerusalem, tried to walk on the Sea of Galilee, obtained a jar of water from the Jordan, visited Christ’s tomb. I can truly say I am looking forward to my next trip to the Holy land so I can see it through a glass clearly.
Thank you again for taking the time to visit this blog site. I look forward to the next story and the spreading of God’s word.
May God bless each of you and we’ll walk together again soon.
God truly had the Holy Spirit give me a nudge (More like a slap in the back of head).
Luke 15:11-24 – “The Parable of the Lost Son”
"There was a man who had two sons. The younger one said to his father, 'Father, give me my share of the estate.' So he divided his property between them.
I received my share of God’s estate when I was growing up attending Catholic Church, from Sunday school, CCD classes, being an altar boy and at one point even thinking of becoming a priest. I learned at a young age the rights and wrongs of life. I just did not always follow them.
"Not long after that, the younger son got together all he had, set off for a distant country and there squandered his wealth in wild living. After he had spent everything, there was a severe famine in that whole country, and he began to be in need. So he went and hired himself out to a citizen of that country, who sent him to his fields to feed pigs. He longed to fill his stomach with the pods that the pigs were eating, but no one gave him anything.
This is where adolescents kicked into overdrive. As any young man faces it became Girls, Girls and more Girls along with alcohol. I fell in love with someone who was not equally yoked. I stopped attending church, stopped praying on a regular basis. Went through divorce, committed adultery as it is written in the Old and New Testaments. Worked in Strip clubs and dated the women who worked in them. Re-married the same woman and ended up divorced for a 2nd time.
“When he came to his senses, he said, 'How many of my father's hired men have food to spare, and here I am starving to death! I will set out and go back to my father and say to him: Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son; make me like one of your hired men.' So he got up and went to his father.
During my 2nd marriage I began to come to my senses. I truly tried to make this marriage work. During this time two spiritual men came into my life, Bob Cole whom I have coached football with for 11 years, and Gene Robinson who always has the Gospel at the tip of his tongue. Neither of these two hired men of my Father knew the impact they were having on my life. I owe stepping back into a church to Bob. He was always asking and was always prepared to be there for me. Gene always reminded me of the words God has for me. The other hired hand was a group of 12 and 13 year old athletes that I had the pleasure of coaching. I will not tell their story. It can be found in the book recently published “Charging Forward”.
“But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion for him; he ran to his son, threw his arms around him and kissed him.” The son said to him, 'Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son.' “But the father said to his servants, 'Quick! Bring the best robe and put it on him. Put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet. Bring the fattened calf and kill it. Let's have a feast and celebrate. For this son of mine was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.' So they began to celebrate.
During the time spent with Bob and Gene I was truly a long way off but the Holy Spirit was growing stronger inside of me. I finally called Bob and asked if I could go to church with him. The first service was about the vows of marriage. I still continued to go and on July 25, 2009 with my proclaiming in public that Jesus Christ is my Lord and Savior there was a celebration in Heaven because a lost (dead) soul had returned home.
I can truly say that during my life the Holy Spirit has always been present, I just was not in tune with his nudges. When I was 20 years old I toured Jerusalem, tried to walk on the Sea of Galilee, obtained a jar of water from the Jordan, visited Christ’s tomb. I can truly say I am looking forward to my next trip to the Holy land so I can see it through a glass clearly.
Thank you again for taking the time to visit this blog site. I look forward to the next story and the spreading of God’s word.
May God bless each of you and we’ll walk together again soon.
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