Pray for Mike

This is a friend and former student’s dad named Mike Walter. He was an unfortunate recipient of one of those tainted steroids for back pain. The details escape me presently of the situation however, they aren’t overly important right now. What is important to know is that Mike’s health is in rough shape and doctors are a bit miffed.

What’s also important is that in Ephesians, Paul reminds us of a very important role that we are to play for other parts of our body as we come together and are united by the Holy Spirit:

And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people. – Ephesians 6:18

Some versions use the wording, “in all occasions.” Seems like this one is a good occasion to pray.

Would you join me in praying for Mike? You don’t have to know him. You don’t have to know the whole story. You just need to know that we need to pray. Just pray, right now.

Just Say It…

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I’ve been thinking lately of the many times that we are so quick to say everything except the one thing that needs to be said. How many times in our daily routines do we say everything that surrounds a given issue, and sometimes make a big deal about much of the perimeter issues, yet walk away from the conversation regretting saying the one thing that actually needed to be addressed. We come up with all kinds of reasons why it would be better to not say it or to sugarcoat it but all they ever amount to is a hall pass excusing us from actually tackling the issue at hand. [Read more...]

Stop Accepting Satan

I’ve been learning, lately, about the power that we consistently give Satan. More and more, I am having conversations with people who, when it comes right down to it, are believing lies about themselves or the situations they find themselves in. And I get it because I do it to. But I also get it because Jesus talked about this kind of thing in the Bible. [Read more...]

A New Adventure on The Journey (Big Announcement Reveal)

For the last 4 years or so, I have spent most of my life investing into the life and ministry of Nappanee Missionary Church. While it was my job to try and just be obedient to God and minister to some folks in the process. Over the course of that time, God has used so many students, leaders, pastors, adults, parents, situations, and moments, to minister to me and change me into more of who God has intended me to be. It has been one incredible season. [Read more...]

IMPACT Prayer Post: A Partnership of Prayer

This morning, we head out for a public school in Catacamas. We are doing this a number of times this week and we need to pray! These are places that have a high level of opportunity to share the gospel in places that are hungry for the Gospel.

I met with the youth pastors in the area with Cristian last night and the partnership that he has with them is something that you don’t find many places. By working with these guys on this “youth committee” we are working with 25-30 churches in the local area. Together, we have put together a program that is sure to impact the lives of those that see it. [Read more...]