“Let your light shine before men in such a way that they may see your good works.” ~Jesus
I am to be a light. I should bring out God’s colors into the world. God is not a secret to …
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“They trivialized themselves into silliness and confusion so that there was neither sense nor direction left in their lives.” ~Apostle Paul
There are some “real” atheists. There are also many who believe there is a God but don’t believe in God. …
"Travel light. Comb and toothbrush and no extra luggage." ~Jesus
Jesus challenges us and gives some good advice. Focus on today’s needs and not long term plans. It runs counter …
“In marriage a man becomes one flesh with a woman—no longer two individuals.” ~Jesus
Jesus is clear. Jesus doesn’t equivocate or hedge. Jesus is all about love but he is also clear about marriage. …
"If you simply say hello to those who greet you, do you expect a medal?" ~~Jesus
Sometimes we get so proud of ourselves for doing what anyone can do. Jesus challenges us not to see things …
“God wanted us to enter into the celebration of his lavish gift-giving by the hand of his beloved Son.” ~Apostle Paul
When you are thinking about someone all the time, it is clear you love them. They are the focus of your …
"Blessings accrue on a good and honest life, but the mouth of the wicked is a dark cave of abuse." ~King Solomon
It seems conventional wisdom is that there is no reward for a good and honest life. There is the eternal …
“God doesn’t come and go. God lasts.” ~Isaiah
Some days I get home and I am really tired. My energy is gone. Not much left. I get tired. …
“Don’t try to read between the lines or look for hidden meanings in this letter.” ~Apostle Paul
Paul is clear about Jesus. His writing is clear about God. God’s word is clear. There is no “I wonder …
“Whatever the Father does the Son also does.” ~Jesus
Jesus promises that I will do even greater things than He did. So … how is this possible? Well, I …
“It’s in the Messiah that we find out who we are and what we are living for.” ~Apostle Paul
Who am I? What am I living for? These are essential questions. Questions that we want answers for. We have …
“Quick-tempered leaders are like mad dogs— cross them and they bite your head off. ” ~King Solomon
Wisdom gives us clues about how to deal with certain leaders. Leaders generally have power and authority. They can destroy …
“I’m God-commissioned.” ~Apostle Paul
Paul knew something. He wasn’t afraid to say it. God had commissioned him. He was on a mission for God …
“I wrote on everything that Jesus began to do and teach until the day he said good-bye to the apostles.” ~Luke
Jesus is now in heaven sitting at the right hand of God. This is central to our faith and believe. …
Dad and I with a bow tie
Everett Wilson (my dad) and I. I think we may have been at Aunt Gladys’ house in their front yard. …
“Celebrate God all day, every day.” ~Apostle Paul
Now here is some great advice from the Apostle Paul. He knew what he was talking about. This is how …
“I forgive you.” ~Nadine Collier to the Charleston murderer of her mother
This is stunning. No riots in Charleston. Prayers and forgiveness. Nadine Collier, the daughter of 70-year-old Ethel Lance, said at …
The Good News (Gospel) in four minutes
Here it is. The Good News (Gospel) in four minutes. Life is ours. Here is a transcript of the video. …
“God’s wisdom is something mysterious that goes deep into the interior of his purposes.” ~Apostle Paul
Wisdom. We all want it I think. What is the path? How do we get there? God is GOD. He …
"You’re more than happy when you’re at the end of your rope. With less of you there is more of God and his rule." ~Jesus
When there is less of what we want and more of what God wants, that is a good thing. It …
“May everything good from God our Father be yours!” ~Apostle Paul
God is good. There is no doubt about it. The Apostle Paul starts out his message to the Colossians with …
Are we willing to suffer and mature? Will we rejoice and be happy?
Jesus, the Son of GOD, came to earth and suffered for us. Imagine that. Take a minute to think about …
Prayer requests
Some priorities to pray for today. Peace in Iraq – DIA Director sees Iraq as ‘quagmire,’ but strikes term from testimony (6/18/2015) One …
“Ask in my name, according to my will, and he’ll most certainly give it to you.” ~Jesus
Jesus wants me to ask the Father. I should not be shy. In fact, boldness helps. If what I ask …
Celebrating flag day
Our flag has a glorious and wonderful history. My mom loved our country. She saw my dad go off to …
Will I hear GOD or will I be deceived?
The worry of the world can completely drown out the word of my heavenly Father. Jesus speaks to me. He gives …
“The anxious longing of the creation waits eagerly for the revealing of the sons of God.” ~Apostle Paul
So I have to suffer a little. It is no big deal. Some days are hard. But there is no …
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” ~Jesus
Life is restful in Jesus!! In Him is real rest not temporary relief. I can just take it easy when …
“If you understand what I’m telling you, act like it.” ~Jesus
Where does discontent and depression come from? Is it possible we understand that God wants us to do something and yet have …
What is the most dangerous threat to my leadership?
We often see danger as lurking outside of us. Here is a sober reminder from Brandon Cox. Something along the …
"On your way! But be careful—this is hazardous work. You’re like lambs in a wolf pack." ~Jesus
Jesus sends us out into the world to do God’s work. He knows it isn’t easy. In fact, it is hazardous. …
“The Spirit dives into the depths of God, and brings out what God planned all along.” ~Apostle Paul
A lot of people are just flitting around the surface. I can be one of them. The Holy Spirit of …
"God has given His commands to us, but we pay no attention to them, … because we do not truly love and respect Him." ~Oswald Chambers
Is it about obedience or is it about love? We like to think it is about obedience. That is the …
“Wine makes you mean, beer makes you quarrelsome— a staggering drunk is not much fun. .” ~King Solomon
Moderation is everything but we’ve all known a mean drunk. Not much fun at all. God’s goal is for us …
The Digital Ministry: A Manifesto
Jesus has a mission for us. He commissioned us. He commanded us to do it. He demands we pay attention. …
"My prophets and witnesses have always gotten into trouble." ~~Jesus
Jesus challenges us to be radically different from most Christians and religious types of people. It will get us in …
What do I learn from the rude?
What do I learn from the rude? Jesus challenges us to love everyone. The Apostle Paul learned to live this …
“You are awesome, O God.” ~King David
You give me power and might. O God, you are so amazing, so awesome. You are terribly beautiful. It just …
“Don’t pick on people, jump on their failures, criticize faults-unless, of course, you want the same treatment.” ~Jesus
How do I want to be treated? With respect. With understanding. I like to be given the benefit of the …
"With all my might I shout up to God, His answers thunder from the holy mountain." ~King David
My enemy (Satan) enjoys mocking me. He gets so much pleasure from it. It is fun and funny to him. So, …
"What the Father does, the Son does." ~Jesus
Jesus is perfectly aligned with His Father, God. That is the source of His power. Jesus challenges us. Become aligned with …
“We can face you with our heads held high.” ~Apostle Paul
There is a certain kind of honor that is worth having. False pride, in doing it “my way” is useless. …
"Our Lord never requires the same conditions for discipleship that he requires for salvation." ~Oswald Chambers
God brings salvation to us as an unconditional act. A disciple is a student who is learning. That is a …
Can I respond to God with blazing fast speed?
My Father is helping me. He is bringing out the best in me. He is helping me to have a …
"Make hay while the sun shines—that’s smart; go fishing during harvest—that’s stupid." ~~King Solomon
We know this to be true but being disciplined at it can be the challenge. There is a time to …
“This is how much God loved the world …” ~Apostle John
God loves us. That is so very powerful. This passage is the most popular in the Bible. And with good …
"Just say ‘yes’ and ‘no.’ " ~Jesus
Jesus lives in a clear world. He is light. There is no darkness in Him at all. Our heavenly Father is …
What is God’s new plan for us?
Our Father had a new plan for us. It wasn’t based on the old plan where sacrificing could cover up …
"These fields are ripe. It’s harvest time!" ~Jesus
Jesus knows things we don’t. He challenges us to wake up. He looks out and doesn’t just see people. He …
“And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.” ~Author of Hebrews
I really meant to but I just got overwhelmed with everything else on my to do list and all the …
"I ponder every morsel of wisdom from you, I attentively watch how you’ve done it." ~King David
God says a lot. He has given us lots to think about. God’s wisdom is the key to our life, every …
"But it wasn’t by any fancy footwork on our part" ~Apostle Paul
Paul depended on Jesus and the Holy Spirit to speak about the Good News. He depended on Jesus completely. While …
"Up, God! My God, help me! Slap their faces, First this cheek, then the other, Your fist hard in their teeth!" ~King David
King David had real enemies and he was a warrior for GOD. He knew GOD was the only one who …
"Other seed fell in the weeds; the weeds grew with it and strangled it." ~Jesus
So we have heard God. But something happens. It isn’t immediate but in fact subtly slow over time. Life happens …
"I write this, dear children, to guide you out of missing God’s goal for your life." ~Apostle John
John has a focus for his message to us. It is one we ought to all make the most of. …
"What happened was this: People knew God perfectly well, but when they didn’t treat him like God…." ~Apostle Paul
We all know GOD exists. Sure, there are some atheist but they are really kidding themselves. So lets not think …
"The simple moral fact is that words kill." ~~Jesus
Jesus warns us to be careful about what we say to others. Our mandate is to love. Anything other than …
“Now I know in part, but then I will know fully.” ~Apostle Paul
Some days it is like trying to see in the fog. I just don’t see things clearly. There is a heavy mist out. …
“God-loyal people, living honest lives, make it much easier for their children.” ~King Solomon
What kind of legacy do I want to leave my children? What is the most important thing I can do? …
"Do you want to get well?" ~Jesus
Jesus can ask us direct and stunning questions. Imagine you have been an invalid and crippled for 38 years. Now …
Am I open to God?
I am open to God and what He wants to do. God has a goal for me today. God has …
“God has made everything beautiful in its time.” ~King Solomon
It is all good. God has His plan. God is going to do it. I need to listen, talk with Him …
Father, May I?
Maybe I am getting too old. I remember playing this game. It taught me a lot. There is a game …
"I’m putting you on a light stand. Now that I’ve put you there on a hilltop, on a light stand—shine!" ~~Jesus
Now who hides a light? It seems like a silly question. No one does. Well, children do when they are …
“Finish what you started in me, God.” ~King David
Starting is important. We all need to start. The important thing though is to finish. Our prayer to God is …
If we don’t believe what we read in the Bible, how will we believe when Jesus actually talks to us?
If we don’t believe what we read in the Bible, how will we believe when Jesus actually talks to us? …
Will God always rescue me?
God promises that because he loves me, He will always rescue me. God promises he will protect me. God is in …
“Stand here where we can see you.”~Jesus
Jesus is in church. He found a man with a crippled hand. The Deacons (Pharisees) had their eyes on Jesus …
"God is solid backing to a well-lived life, but he calls into question a shabby performance." ~King Solomon
There is no “coasting along” in God’s world (Kingdom). God has given us talents. God expects us to live the life He …
My father’s flag
My father (Everett Wiley Wilson) served in WWII. This is the flag that was draped on his coffin. God bless …
Ecclesiastes, the world view of Mad Men and good news
I discovered the series “Mad Men” recently. I think this sums it up pretty well. “Vanity of vanities, all is …
“Do not worry about how or what you are to say.” ~Jesus
Oh man, this hits home with me. I think a lot. I am a thinker. So, I think about what …
Should we wear crash helmets to church? Are you ready to be lashed to your pew?
Annie Dillard has one of the best quotes on church. She is an unbeliever as best I can tell. She …
Jesus wants purposeful leaders that deliver God’s amazing experiences
Bruce Temkin at Customer Experience Matters has done a masterful survey on what distinguishes purposeful leaders. Jesus, of course, wants purposeful …
“The mouth of a good person is a deep, life-giving well, but the mouth of the wicked is a dark cave of abuse." ~King Solomon
When we follow God, doing what He wants us to do, our words are His words. God’s words give life. Being …
"You spoke the truth there, sure enough." ~Jesus
Jesus knows us. Jesus knows us to our core. We can try to evade the truth but Jesus knows the …
Is God slow?
God is not slow. At least, not like some people think of slowness. God, however, is patient. And that is …
"The children get fed first. " ~Jesus
Jesus challenges us to understand certain realities. The wise person doesn’t argue with him. The wise person has insight. Here …
God is charge — always.
This is true but not always easy to remember and act on. God is God. He can do anything. He …
“You are worried and bothered about so many things; but only one thing is necessary.” ~Jesus
How often do I go about fussing? I get worked up over nothing. Worrying about how everything is going to get …
Don’t put your life in the hands of experts who know nothing of life.
Don’t put your life in the hands of experts who know nothing of life. Witty isn’t as useful as wisdom. …
"Anyone who dishonors the Son, dishonors the Father, for it was the Father’s decision to put the Son in the place of honor." ~Jesus
God the Father and Jesus the Son are the same. Dishonor one and you dishonor the other. Jesus said this …
"It takes more than a great meal to stay alive. It takes a steady stream of words from God’s mouth." ~Jesus
We think there are so many things we need. And need, is how we frame it. We can’t imagine not …
“You have set my heart free.” ~King David
Not only has He healed my heart, He has set it free. That freedom leads me to run in the …
What can’t God do?
If you think about it, the list of things we can’t do is rather long. Whipping out our credit card …
"Hatred starts fights, but love pulls a quilt over the bickering." ~King Solomon (Proverbs 10:12)
Fighting too much? Arguing too often? What can I do? God calls us to love. God’s main goal for our …
"Has it ever dawned on you that you are responsible spiritually to God for other people?" ~Oswald Chambers
Sometimes I have to be challenged. Jesus does it all the time. This quote from Oswald Chambers hit me right …
“Pay your taxes.” ~Apostle Paul
God lets us know we have obligations. And so, we pay taxes. No big deal. Not a lot of hoopla. …
“The Son can’t independently do a thing, only what he sees the Father doing.” ~Jesus
Jesus is perfectly aligned with God. He knows He can’t doing anything without God. Jesus is determined to follow God’s …
“God cares for you” ~Apostle Peter
I need to be content with who I am in God’s family. I should not put on any airs and …
"Sloth makes you poor; diligence brings wealth." ~King Solomon
There is nothing like diligently pursuing the work of the day at hand. It is, in fact, honorable to faithfully work. …
“Now the Sower is arm in arm with the Harvester, triumphant.” ~Jesus
There are many roles for us to play in God’s world (Kingdom). Sow of us sow the seed. Some of …
“With Jesus leading the way, and the disciples were astonished, while those who followed were afraid.” ~John Mark
Am I astonished or afraid? Those who simply follow get afraid. Perhaps they were more curious than committed. Jesus wants …
“The stuck-up fall flat on their faces, but down-to-earth people stand firm.” ~~King Solomon
Ah, now there we go. Down to earth people. We all seem to admire them. But is that said of …
“God Himself is kind to ungrateful and evil men.” ~Jesus
Sometimes I am so very tempted to get upset with the “ungrateful”. OK, truth be told, I do get upset. …
“How exquisite your love, O God!” ~King David
God has nothing but love in mind for us. It is exquisite. God’s love for us is amazing. God is …
Stunning Easter message from Judge Andrew Napolitano
A moving Easter message from Fox News Senior Judicial Analyst Judge Andrew Napolitano: On the first Good Friday, the Romans …
"Don’t worry about missing out. You’ll find all your everyday human concerns will be met." ~~Jesus
Jesus challenges us to not worry. God is God, in complete control and in a good mood. God will take care …
Some great Easter quotes: He Is RISEN! He is Risen indeed!
He Is RISEN! He is Risen indeed! Christ the Lord is risen today, Sons of men and angels say. Raise …
"God won’t starve an honest soul, but he frustrates the appetites of the wicked." ~King Solomon
God wants us to be honest in our core. He will give us wisdom. He will take care of us. …
