I did not get to watch the whole forum, but I read much from the transcript and others commentaries on the event.  I found Al Mohler's BLOG particularly insightful and worthwhile. It is important to remember two things when we deal with candidates and the church: 1) The church and/or pastor cannot endorse a candidate. … Continue reading Presidential Candidates @ Saddleback…

The following is by Voddie Baucham, a friend and faithful preacher of the Word of God.

I get asked about reading suggestions pretty often.  Knowing that you all are not at all busy enough (you know with school starting, athletics, all that stuff), I thought you might enjoy this not-so-brief list (thanks 9Marks): APOLOGETICS Stanley Jaki, The Savior of Science (Scottish Academic Press) Philip Johnson, Darwin on Trial (IVP) Philip Johnson, Objections … Continue reading Reading List…

This, from Charles Spurgeon's "Morning and Evening": "The Lord reigneth, let the earth rejoice."—Psalm 97:1. CAUSES for disquietude there are none so long as this blessed sentence is true. On earth the Lord's power as readily controls the rage of the wicked as the rage of the sea; His love as easily refreshes the poor with mercy … Continue reading You need a BIG God…

The following is by Sam Storms of Enjoying God Ministries: Sam Storms Nov 6, 2006 Series: Controversial Issues The question before us is not whether Christians are responsible to be generous with their wealth in giving back a portion of it to support the work of the ministry. 2 Corinthians 8-9, as well as other … Continue reading Tithing…

Following is a set of videos by Justin Peters given at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.  I just viewed this myself the other night and believe it will be of benefit to you all as well. Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4

Rules for Prosperity by Charles Spurgeon Only be thou strong and very courageous, that thou mayest observe to do according to all the law, which Moses my servant commanded thee: turn not from it to the right hand or to the left, that thou mayest prosper whithersoever thou goest. (Joshua 1:7) Yes, the Lord will … Continue reading Rules for Prosperity

Jan and I are committed to seeing our kids become accustomed to worshiping as a family, even from the earliest ages.  It's not always easy, but we believe it's to their benefit.  Here is a tool that is very helpful and our Children's Ministry provides copies for you should you need one... PREPARING YOUR CHILDREN … Continue reading Preparing Your Children for Worship…

Here is a video of one my personal contemporary favorites, C.J. Mahaney...

Here's an ad for "The Church Channel" that was in a magazine that I recently received: Now, I trust that any number of you knows where this is going and could write this blog yourself, so I'll keep this brief (relatively - I just got through writing and needed to modify this statement). "Our viewers … Continue reading Let’s Not Forsake Meeting Together…