It never occurred to me when I was in the trenches of raising my own children that one day I would have the blessing of becoming a grandma. I guess I didn’t dwell on the thought of it as I was wrapped up in raising children and relying on my own mom and grandma to help me survive the “parenting” stages of toddlers and teens. But…

How can something be stronger if it’s simultaneously inexpressible? Wouldn’t that mean it’s ethereal, not definable, elusive? Stone is the first strong thing that comes to mind and it’s definite. Vapor is undefinable and vanishes at the slightest breath; it’s weak. … When I don’t know what to say, The Word will say it infinitely better. There’s one verse in the New Testament about prayer that always confuses, beckons, befuddles and captures me – Romans 8.26.

So, how’s your prayer life? Right on target where it should be? Needs some work? Or are you thinking – prayer life, what’s that???  Since I asked you about your prayer life, I guess it is only fair that I share mine. Honestly …

Nearly twenty years ago I had the opportunity to go see the Giant Sequoia trees in California at Sequoia National Park. I vividly remember walking below these giant trees, standing in awe of how incredibly imposing they were as they towered above me.

There is an immeasurable source of power available to the Church of Jesus Christ! It is the personal and corporate prayers of its people. …

“Prayer is something deeper than words. It is present in the soul before it has been formulated in words. And it abides in the soul after the last words of prayer have passed over our lips.” ~Ole Hallesby

“This was his eternal plan, which he carried out …

Prayer. It’s woven throughout my day and life. It might be said out loud, whispered, or even breathed. God strengthens me when I approach the throne on behalf of others and myself. Prayer is a conversation with God…

n various corners of the globe, God is moving with indescribable power because His people are moving to Him in prevailing prayer.. Yet can the same be said for the Church in America? … We can – and must – experience stronger prayer. Think of it this way. Anorexia …

Our Lord is not random—he is purposeful. Isaiah 55:11 says His word goes out and that it does not return empty—it accomplishes His purposes. Psalms 57:2 and 138:8 remind me that he fulfills His purpose in me. He gives each of us purpose and …

Many years ago, I was encouraged to go on a weekend called The Walk to Emmaus. I knew that this Emmaus Walk had something to do with providing churches with servant leaders. Honestly, my attitude was not the best going in. …

When I first began my elementary teaching career, my school wisely assigned an older, experienced teacher to mentor me during my first year. I still recall her wise advice: “If you do not have a purpose and plan for each class session, your students will make one for you …

Purpose is an intimidating word. It’s intimidating because purpose is so important. … I suspect that since the beginning of creation, men and women have asked that question. It’s not only a practical question for planning out the short term and long-term future, but also a spiritual question. …

“What’s next?” That is a question anyone nearing retirement asks oneself over and over again. And if you are a younger person reading this – it will one day happen to you too. After spending a lifetime in …

On December 10, 2008, I was literally crushed. It was the last day of the semester at the Atlanta university where I was a faculty member. (Did you know you can ride a motorcycle 12 months out of the year in Georgia?) The day was glorious…

Happy 2023! … Here at e2, we have carefully – and prayerfully – chosen twelve key aspects of the Christian life in which we hope to be STRONGER this year, and this month, we focus on having STRONGER PURPOSE.

Adults often ask children, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” … The Bible is very clear that the ultimate purpose of every life …

During my junior year of college my life saw many new and life-changing challenges, including cancer. Through it all God has been faithful. He has brought people…

A few days ago, my wife Kelley and I had the privilege to baptize our third child, our 12-year-old daughter Nora! Her older two siblings were also immersed a few years ago. As a dad…