(This diagram is attributed online to Zondervan.com, although I could not find it on their site now.). Every year, especially at Christmas time, one of the most common questions I receive from people in my church and online is “What Bible version should I buy as a gift?” Let me make this VERY clear. love the readability. Any questions? MORE >>

Discerning a call to vocational ministry can be a tiring and trying experience. ve had the privilege of speaking with numerous young people and couples who are possibly experiencing a call to full-time, vocational missions and ministry. Talking with people at this stage of life is one of my favorite things to do. My wrestling was a 10 year process. MORE >>

Hezekiah ruled over Judah and was a good and faithful king. Hezekiah often became the target of warring nations. The king of Assyria, which was a much more powerful nation, decided to attempt a take over of Hezekiah’s kingdom. Throughout the stressful time in leadership, Hezekiah consistently used the same battle plan. Hezekiah got alone with God. MORE >>

The best leadership, in my opinion, comes out of the resolve a leader has made in his or her heart. The resolve of a leader is the pre-determined approach a leader will take when carrying out his or her leadership. These These are personal convictions that shape the way a leader leads, responds to others and the choices a leader makes. Be honest. MORE >>

Recently my friend Guy Chmieleski asked me to write for his blog Faith on Campus. wrote under the heading “If I were a college pastor today.” ” Here is that post adapted for my blog. Living in a college community, I can’t imagine not investing in the next generation intentionally at that college. It should be less stressful. MORE >>