Several years ago my wife purchased a book for our family titled When Santa Learned the Gospel. It is a fun little children’s book that was written by an Australian author named Simon Camilleri. In an interview Camilleri explained his inspiration to write the book. Back in 2013 I witnessed something very funny at a local community carols event. As expected, at the end of … Continue reading The Santa Gospel and the True Gospel
I grew up in a church-going family, for which I am grateful. But if memory serves me well, what I often heard from the pulpit was only a “half gospel.” Yes, I heard a lot about “believing in Jesus” but little about sin and repentance and the righteousness of God. I don’t think I am alone in this. I recently had the opportunity to speak … Continue reading 7 Things You Must Know About Repentance
Last year I took the time to read a book called The Welsh Revival: Its Origin and Development. It was fascinating to read more about a major revival in church history which dates back to 1859. Here are a few extended quotes that give a taste of what happens when God awakens and revives His church. The spirit of prayer has been poured out on … Continue reading Scenes of Revival
Shepherd the Flock 