Trust

Trust

by | Jun 19, 2022

 Arriving into Singapore some years ago, we were met at the airport by Bob Howder.  We had not met previously, but had corresponded. “Where are we staying?” I asked as we drove away.  Bob responded, “You’ll be with Norm & Louise Barnhart.” I...
There’s Faith… and Then There is FAITH

There’s Faith… and Then There is FAITH

by | May 14, 2022

 You are smarter than I am. You realized this a while back, while I am just now seeing there is one level of faith in Hebrews 11 and then there is a second level of FAITH in Hebrews 11.   Years ago when I preached through Hebrews 11, I was fine with the...
The Maturing of Judah

The Maturing of Judah

by | Feb 8, 2022

 In Genesis 38, Judah, the third oldest son of Jacob, comes off as self-righteous and hypocritical.  But by the time we get to Genesis 44, Judah has matured.  He is self-sacrificing, putting concern for his father above his own freedom.  What a...
Overwhelmed, But With a Purpose

Overwhelmed, But With a Purpose

by | Dec 28, 2021

Sand – How many grains of sand would there be in just one cubic foot of beach sand?  Think of all the grains of sand on all the beaches of the world. How many grains of sand would that be?   I find it difficult to wrap my mind around that.  Overwhelmed?...
Feeling Unappreciated (Part 1 of 4)

Feeling Unappreciated (Part 1 of 4)

by | Nov 23, 2021

Though Mary was strikingly beautiful, she was vulnerable in two areas. The first was obvious – she was childless, weighing her down with incompleteness. The second only surfaced after I had been her pastor for some time. Gifted in hospitality, she and Bill, her...
“Helping Out” God (Genesis 16-21)

“Helping Out” God (Genesis 16-21)

by | May 18, 2021

As so often happens when we’re faced with difficulties, we get impatient and we tend to think God needs our help. When He tests our patience and obedience by sending us trials, we somehow think we need to solve the problem ourselves. After all, the old saying goes,...