It wasn’t supposed to be this way

It wasn’t supposed to be this way

It was another one of those hot summer days in Boise.  It must have been at least a 100 degrees out.  We all stood behind the table to feed our homeless friends in the park as this young man came up to the table.  Early 20’s, fit and clean cut he stood there for...
Blessed are the merciful …

Blessed are the merciful …

“Because in deed and in truth we are all one, component parts of the living garment of God, you yourself will ultimately receive the same treatment that you mete out to others; you will receive the same merciful help in your own hour of need from those who are...
Breaking Strongholds …

Breaking Strongholds …

Ever feel like your life is in some kind of “headlock”?  No matter what you seem to try nothing seems to change.  There are a couple of key things to look at when we are talking about thinking and trying to change something. First lets start with the word...
The Power of Humility

The Power of Humility

I have been watching people all my life.  It is one of my favorite forms of entertainment.  People are truly amazing to watch them live and interact with each other.  Recently I have been spending a lot of time in the biblical text on “The Sermon on the...
Not Just Another Walk In The Park

Not Just Another Walk In The Park

Today was one of those days I am glad to be where God has me.  We had great interaction (yes we interact during church) in church this morning.  I love it when I can ask questions on the things that I am teaching and hear the understanding pour out of those special...
Where’s God?

Where’s God?

Perhaps it is because I became a pastor or perhaps because I have become more vocal about God that I see it.  But it seems more people in my life are wondering how I find God in so many ways in my life.  I posted the following quote on Facebook and got some varied...