There are some serious tragedies going on in our world and we need to remember them.  Burma has seen some 60,000 plus killed in cyclone-type storms and central China is seeing the death toll rise to no less than 15,000 after a major earthquake.  In fact, even now Burma is bracing for another similar storm. … Continue reading Treasures of Darkness

One of our questions last night related to Oprah's spirituality and "church", as it's so called.  HERE is a great link to Nancy Leigh DeMoss' website and an interview with Dr. Don Whitney, one of our UBC favorites, regarding Oprah's newest spiritual push.

Last night we had a great time in our Gathering for Q&A (at least I had a lot of fun).  Many questions surfaced on divorce & remarriage; healing and anointing with oil; whether or not there's a second blessing and more.  One of the questions had to do with the "emergent" church and the distinctions … Continue reading Questions on the Emergent Church

I know that seems like a harsh lead in title, but your attention needs to be grabbed.  Dr. Al Mohler, President of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, has an important blog TODAY that you need to read. As you suspect, we are living in a time when plants' rights are increasing while those of the … Continue reading Save Plants…Kill Babies

In our study of John 11, we have become acquainted with the family of Mary, Martha and Lazarus.  They lived in Bethany, just a few miles out of Jerusalem city limits, and were relatively well known in that community and most likely had the means to be "middle" or "upper middle" class.  The above two … Continue reading Two Lazarii (okay, probably NOT plural for “Lazarus”)

In an intriguing STORY, a woman in Ohio believes she saw Jesus in her recent ultrasound.  The image is unusual, but what is more telling are the comments of the woman.  She says, "People say maybe my baby is gonna be blessed and maybe it is a good sign.  I don't know, I've done wrong in my life, … Continue reading What if you saw Jesus in the womb?

Here is a single day conference that would bless you and your family.  If you are anywhere near these cities during your summer vacations, you may want to plan this.  The first video is a promo of the conference itself.  The second video is of John Piper speaking of the theme of the conference.  

It was an important night last night for our church.  We approved and affirmed several important items that I believe will serve UBC for many years to come.  Here is a brief summary: The church unanimously approved amending the church constitution to require the Discovery Class for membership.  As well, this amendment helps clarify our … Continue reading Report from Last Night’s Church Conference…

This Wednesday we'll have a quarterly church conference.  This is an important meeting / gathering of the membership of UBC.  Too often people just think of "business" related to these meetings.  I see them more as ministry reporting and updating.  This conference is very important because the church body will have the opportunity to vote … Continue reading Church Conference, Wednesday, April 23rd @ 6pm

This is a great clip to help many understand the heart of a preacher / pastor; the interaction of men who have influenced your pastor; and perhaps some insight in to how to pray for me both before and after a sermon.