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James: Looking for the “wisdom store” Excerpt from… How does one acquire wisdom? Several years ago, I did an in-depth study of the Book of James. I ended up teaching and preaching for a full year on the series! One of the primary concepts that I developed through that study was concerning the acquisition of wisdom. I do [...]

James: Purpose of Trials Excerpt… Recently, I saw that someone found one of my websites by searching on Google for the phrase, “Why does God give us trials?” First, let me say that I do not believe God causes the trials that come into our lives. Some are the result of our own actions, others [...]

James: God Has A Plan Excerpt… If God’s plan for each of us is to give us hope, why do we have to endure such trials, hardships and pain. And why does He allow us to get into such despair? Well, the short answer is that God’s plan is that He wants us to experience [...]

James: What does God want from me? Excerpt from an article on the “James On Trial” website… If God’s plan for each of us is to give us hope, why do we have to endure such trials, hardships and pain. And why does He allow us to get into such despair? Well, the short answer [...]

I would like for you to keep up with the development of this book and provide comments and constructive criticism. What I really need are some “beta testers” or “focus group members” to give me feedback on how each book “feels” from the reader’s perspective. As a participant, there are few demands placed upon you but [...]

[/caption] For many years, I have had a burning desire to write a book – actually two books. Until I retired, I could never seem to find that much time to dedicate to writing. It is still a difficult discipline but I have determined that I am going to write the [...]

(Last update on September 23, 2008) If I am right & we disagree, then you must be WRONG! That is a pretty consistent approach that most of us follow, isn’t it? In a recent post on Leadershipjournal.net, Author Phyllis Tickle (wrote the series of books on prayer titled, “The Divine Hours”) made some startling statements. One of [...]

When Paul writes to the Corinthians in chapter 2:1-3 he demonstrates a genuine humility toward those to whom he ministered…choosing not to present himself but rather Christ on the Cross dying for all of mankind. Humility is a rare quality in leaders today.  Much of leadership in todays world is ego-driven with a “what’s in [...]

This is a follow-up post to the article, “Jesus – right on time.” “But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.” (2Pet 3:18) Several years ago, I did an in-depth study of the Book of James. I ended up teaching and preaching for a full year on the series! (If you [...]

Back in the 70’s there was a secular song entitled, “Feeling Groovy” and one line was, “Slow down, you’re moving too fast. Got to make the morning last.” I don’t recall any of the other words or what the theme actually was (unless it was “slow down”). But I catch myself humming that phrase pretty [...]