As I am recording this episode of AgapePoint Minute Japan is being inundated by a 8.9 earthquake, a tsunami and all the aftermath of such a catastrophic event. By the time you either hear or read this message a week will have passed for us here in the US. But, for many in Japan, I … Read moreFrom Darkness to Light Part Five (20110318)
No, it is not easy! Coming clean with yourself and with those around you never is easy. It’s hard work to come clean. The Holy Scriptures lead us to conclude that real men do, in the end, come before Jesus to come clean and live a new life. In Revelation 21:8 we read, “But the … Read moreFrom Darkness to Light Part Four (20110317)
You have thought about it, haven’t you? You know deep down inside that it has been time for a change, a change in life. You have known it for a long time. Just after that moment when you sinned, you knew there had to be something better for yourself; something better for everyone. But, for … Read moreFrom Darkness to Light Part Three (20110316)
So what is it for you? Do you love the light, or do you love the darkness? I mean, stop and think about it, which one do you really love? Do you know someone who has been living in the dark for too long? Is it someone else, or might it be you? Is it … Read moreFrom Darkness to Light Part Two (20110315)
It is true, a man’s actions do hold a powerful sway over his life. When a man does something good he does not mind if others are aware of his deed. But, if his actions are less than noble, if they are harmful to himself or those around him, he will tend to want to … Read moreFrom Darkness to Light Part One (20110314)
You know what? It is a great day! I know, I know. Many of us have lost so much these last couple of years. I am right there with you friend. My savings, my retirement, health issues, a couple of my very best friends and my father passing away, it has been tough. I know … Read moreThe Lord Your God is With You Part Five (20110304)
Man, it has been a hard couple of years. Many of my friends and family have suffered some of the most difficult times we have ever known. Many of us have suffered financial hardship, sickness and the loss of loved ones. For me, I have never experienced so much difficulty. At times, it has been … Read moreThe Lord Your God is With You Part Four (20110303)
What are the things that you have delighted in at different times in your life? As the years have come and gone, have the things you have taken delight in changed from time to time? Things that at one time captured your attention are now but faded memories. Things that at one time enamored, have … Read moreThe Lord Your God is With You Part Three (20110302)
You are right! Life certainly can be very difficult. At times, it may seem that that is all it is, simply difficult. But you are not alone. There are many around you that are suffering as well. Hard times are upon not only our nation, but our world. Many of us have leaned upon our … Read moreThe Lord Your God is With You Part Two (20110301)
Why do you worry? Why are you so concerned? Yes, life is difficult. Yes, you have made many mistakes. And yes, you have sinned; you have fallen short of the glory of the Lord. But that is why the Heavenly Father chose to send his Son. That is why God sent our Savior. He sent … Read moreThe Lord Your God is With You Part One (20110228)