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7 Keys To Being Fruitful In Every Season

Jesus said, “I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit—fruit that will last” (John 15:16). That promise isn’t limited to one stage of life, one season of success, or one moment of spiritual intensity. … Continue reading

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How Can I Make the Most of the Rest of My Life?

A Christian perspective This is one of the most important questions a person can ask. Whether you are 25 or 75, the rest of your life matters deeply to God—and it matters more than you may realize. Scripture reminds us: … Continue reading

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Restoring My First Love

At 70 years old, I didn’t expect to be saying this—but this past year has been one of the Top 10 years of my life. What makes that even more surprising is how the year began. It didn’t start with … Continue reading

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Ezra: A Quiet Reformer Who Changed a Nation

Some of the most influential leaders in Scripture are not kings, prophets of fire, or miracle workers. They are faithful teachers who quietly reshape hearts through obedience to God’s Word. Ezra is one of those leaders. Living in the aftermath … Continue reading

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Building Faith That Outlives Us

Psalm 78:4 “We will not hide these truths from our children;we will tell the next generationabout the glorious deeds of the Lord,about His power and His mighty wonders.” One of the sobering realities of Scripture is this: faith does not … Continue reading

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Why Some Musicians Age Out of Ministry (and How Not To)

I’m 70 years old and still serving as an active musician and leader in the local church. Over the years, I’ve watched something happen—quietly, gradually, and far too often. Some gifted church musicians don’t leave ministry because they lose ability.They … Continue reading

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No Greater Joy Than Seeing Our Children Walk in Truth

There are some verses in Scripture that hit differently as the years go by. John’s words in 3 John 1:4 are one of them: “I could have no greater joy than to hear that my children are following the truth.” … Continue reading

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When God Stirs The Heart

One of the most beautiful phrases in the book of Ezra is this: “He stirred the heart of Cyrus…” (Ezra 1:1). God moved the heart of a pagan king—Cyrus—to accomplish His purpose and send His people back to Jerusalem to … Continue reading

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“Teach Us to Realize the Brevity of Life” — Psalm 90:12

Learning Wisdom from Moses’ Oldest Psalm Psalm 90 is the oldest psalm in the Bible—written not by David, but by Moses. He knew something about time. He watched an entire generation rise and fall in the wilderness. He saw God’s … Continue reading

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Passing the Torch of Faith: Telling the Next Generation the Wonders of God

One of the greatest responsibilities—and privileges—God gives His people is the calling to pass His truth to the next generation. Psalm 78 captures this beautifully. It’s not merely a suggestion; it’s a divine charge to parents, grandparents, leaders, and every … Continue reading

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