IN THESE LAST DAYS

Significant military conflicts could take place in the coming days on several global fronts. As tensions rise, we need to be praying with wisdom and Spirit-influenced insight and not allow our geographic isolation from these conflicts to lull us into a place of...

INVASIVE SPECIES OF THE SOUL

Every person, business, church, and culture has an emotional and spiritual ecosystem that must be protected from the introduction of invasive species. These invaders are dishonor, fear, hatred, and a host of other things that will upset the delicate balance of life...

UNCOMPROMISED WARRIORS

When I was a young man, I trained in a variety of martial arts – Chinese, Korean, and Japanese. One day, I asked my Shotokan sensei which style he thought was best. He said, “You don’t fight the style, you fight the man.” I have seen imposters who wore a gi (karate...

When It’s Too Quiet

When it seems to be too quiet after a significant life event takes place, some will interpret that silence as peace. Silence is not evidence of true peace. It can mask reality and be used as a time of preparation for the next conflict hoping an adversary will let...
Arresting Deception

Arresting Deception

I bought the handcuffs in the photo 50 years ago as a young rookie cop. In those days, we had to buy every single piece of our equipment. I used those cuffs all the years I carried a badge. Most of the people I arrested went peacefully. Some became violent and...