I Flunked The Test! - POTPOURRI

Lest you think I am a paragon of perfect trust in the Lord, I am recording this vignette. My world was rocked yesterday. Did I trust in God and find peace in the storm?  Noooo! Click Here To Listen

Crisis Prayers - POTPOURRI

Paul believed in intercessory prayer. We do too. Prayer chains are wonderful. Prayers go up and blessings come down. But something is missing! Click Here To Listen

Candy Kissing Preacher - POTPOURRI

Candy kisses written in 1948 by George Morgan:  “Candy kisses wrapped in paper…” I changed to “Candy Kisses wrapped in ERROR.”   Click Here To Listen

Epiphany! - POTPOURRI

Job’s life WAS doom and gloom. All of a sudden he had an epiphany that blew the storm clouds away! Some of us need a strong dose of Job’s insight. Click Here To Listen

Today Is The Tomorrow You Worried About Yesterday - POTPOURRI

One of the most difficult problems we face is learning not to trust ourselves but to place our trust in God (2 Cor. 1:8-9).  There is purpose beyond pain! Click Here To Listen

When The Door Closes - POTPOURRI

Sometimes it seems that God has closed the door. We thought it was the ‘just right place.”  Now what?  Click Here To Listen

The Ultimate Umpire - POTPOURRI

Conflicts without, conflicts within, we have a desperate need for The Ultimate Umpire!  Click Here To Listen

You Can’t Get Blood Out of a Turnip Nor Warmth From A Cold Heart - POTPOURRI

I ask you for what reason would any of us attempt to explain painful past or present issues to a cold-hearted person?  We must ask, “What is my motive?” Click Here To Listen

Picking Fights And Causing Trouble Or Angel Wings And Halos - POTPOURRI

Relationships are often exhausting! We are living WITH people, ABOVE people or AGAINST people. Click Here To Listen

Have You Ever Heard Anyone Say …? - POTPOURRI

“I am the wrong crowd you fell into”?  I am amused that a wrong crowd is ‘out there’ but no one claims to be the culprit. The wrong crowd has only victims!   Click Here To Listen

It Is Cheaper To learn By O.P.E. - POTPOURRI

It will cost us less heartache if we learn by Other People’s Experiences …but some learn no other way! CLICK HERE TO LISTEN

You Still Here? - POTPOURRI

Some powerful troublemakers seem never to leave…but eventually they do …but all in God’s timing.  (note: there is the sound of rain on the roof in this message). CLICK HERE TO LISTEN

‘Home-Schooled Children Are Not Socialized’ - POTPOURRI

This is one of the platform issues that opponents of the Home Schoolers declare. I thank the Lord for home-schooling parents. I thank the parents for investing in their child’s life! CLICK HERE TO LISTEN

What A Thought … Known By God! - POTPOURRI

To know this is to have our souls thrilled!  This word, “known,” is not a word that simply means accumulated information. No, it speaks of a deeper intimate and personal relationship! CLICK HERE TO LISTEN

An Old Excuse, “I Am Mad At God!” - VIGNETTE

In counseling I have encountered several people who use this excuse to remain where they are. There are ‘benefits’ received from others.  There are many ‘pay-offs’. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN

Can A Frog Drown? - POTPOURRI

This vignette isn’t about frogs, it is about people.  Will you please join me in prayer for an unsaved woman who is drowning in pain and has no resources outside herself? CLICK HERE TO LISTEN

Reading The Will … The Inheritance - POTPOURRI

Nothing causes more family feuds than the ‘Reading Of The Will’.  There are those who are unhappy with their inheritances. The church is not exempt from this. Some say God has changed His will!  Is this possible? CLICK HERE TO LISTEN

Was It Wrong To Kill The Lion? - POTPOURRI

Samson killed the lion. It was either the lion or Samson. Samson won this battle because God gave him the ability. It was what he did later that was sin. What about us?  Is ‘slaying the dragons’ we face wrong?  What’s our world view? CLICK HERE TO LISTEN

As Stubborn As A Mule - POTPOURRI

We can live our lives similar to that of a beast of burden. Often, we carry heavy loads that should have been unpacked and discarded years ago. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN

Decide In Haste …Repent In Leisure - POTPOURRI

Most decisions, made in haste, have emotions involved. We feel, therefore we act. Our decisions can be life-altering. So, it will be better to put our minds in gear before putting our mouths in motion! CLICK HERE TO LISTEN

You Cannot Make Up For Lost Time - POTPOURRI

Life always moves forward. There are no round trip tickets to yesterday. So, what can we do as we look back and see wasted time? CLICK HERE TO LISTEN

God’s Goodness -vs- Human Nature - POTPOURRI

From the beginning of human history (and there has been no change) we cannot take God’s goodness for very long. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN