Author Archives: ThePreachersWord

Greetings from Beverly Hills, Fl

Yesterday Norma Jean and I celebrated our 56th wedding anniversary.  It has been a great journey.  Literally!  She is my best friend, my lover, and my partner in ministry.  Together, we have worked full time for 9 different churches in 6 different states.  We’ve traveled together to all 50 states, as well 15 countries, and several U.S. and British territories.  Like all couples we’ve had our share of joys and sorrows, good times and tough times,  problems and challenges.  However, with faith in Jesus and commitment to each other, we’ve come a long way.  We’ve been blessed.  And we thank God. Continue reading →

As I sit in the early morning darkness drinking hot coffee and writing this post, I’m listening to the rumbling sounds of thunder.

I didn’t know rain was in the forecast today. But, yes, my iPhone says “thunderstorm.” “Lightening.” “Rain 100% chance.”

For a few minutes there’s stillness. Just the gentle patter of rain. Then suddenly there’s another resounding thunder roll, a flash of lightening, and an unsettling cracking sound. Continue reading →

Last night I was privileged to speak at the Charlestown Road church of Christ in New Albany, Indiana, in their Summer Series on the theme “Exalted.”

The lessons are based on the late Matt Bassford’s hymn “Exalted.” I was one of 9 speakers given a specific phrase of the song. You can hear the hymn and listen to the lessons on their web page. Continue reading →