I’ve met many people during my years of ministry. Wonderfully flawed, beautifully imperfect souls whose journeys have been dotted with ups and downs, victories and losses.One thing I have noticed that has proven to be true more times than not is shaped by the question, “Do they live on an Island or a Bridge?” Here’s … More Do You Live on an Island or Bridge? (Heart Check)

I was reading the Leadership book called “Nehemiah.” (You can find it in the collection of writings called The Bible, HELLO!!). In it, Nehemiah is grabbed by a vision of rebuilding the walls that surrounded the then trashed city of Jerusalem. In chapter 3, he describes what portions of the wall were being built and … More ~People of Nehemiah~

We tend to put God in a box. We expect Him to do things our way. We share our plans with Him, thinking that He will be there to help; but we never ask Him what He wants for us. We need to remember that God works in His own way, and His own time. … More ~God’s Will~

Hebrews 4:12 says, “For the Word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.” Beth Moore tells the story of her great-grand father and Jessie James. As Jessie James was from my … More ~Working Hands~

Many years ago when I was in middle school I was shopping in a small gift shop back in my home town of Lexington, South Carolina. I came across this little card. At first I could not stop laughing at the sight of the fish on the penguins head and then it came to me…. … More ~RELAX~

“Pray at all times (on every occasion, in every season) in the Spirit, with all [manner of] prayer and entreaty. To that end keep alert and watch with strong purpose and perseverance, interceding in behalf of all the saints (God’s consecrated people).” -Ephesians 6:18 (AMP) Pray – All of the ideas associated with prayer in … More "Pray"

The primary reason we do too much is that we have never taken the time to discover that portion of what we do that makes the biggest difference. In His Grip, Pastor J

“The Church doesn’t need better methods it needs better men” Are you living to your fullness and to who Christ has empowered you to be. In His Grip, -Pastor J

So after a year and a half I started back biking again and wow… I am shocked at how well I did. I went about 3 1/2 miles and I could have gone longer however after taking time off I made myself stop. I feel okay and am not hurting so bad right now.. I … More It begins again…

Thanks to a co-worker and Pastor friend of mine I watched this movie and boy don’t watch it if you want to feel bad at the end. I have been on just about every diet out there and done very good. I have lost a lot over the year but it seems I always find … More ~Juice Fast~