The past week has been incredible, both in my personal life and ministry. On Thursday (2-18) I had the privilege of participating in the CNN Presidential Town Hall in Columbia, where I asked Jeb Bush a question about faith. I had wanted to ask Donald Trump that question. The evening was very informative and I’m… Read More »
A Roller Coaster of Emotions
Roller Coasters are my favorite ride at any amusement park. The higher the drop, the better. Circles and loops are boring – its’ the big fall that’s fun. Going up one hill and down another is a blast. Emotional roller coasters are a different story. They can leave you with whiplash, feeling drained and numb.… Read More »
Jacqueline is Home
Jacqueline is home and I’ve been able hug her…more than once. She and her family arrived in Charlotte last night after a long trip and made it to our house for a late dinner and a good night of sleep. As I write this She and Evan are driving to Charleston to meet with her… Read More »
Christmas Time’s A-Comin
I was a kid the first time I heard Bill Monroe’s classic bluegrass Christmas song “Christmas Time’s A-Comin’” on the radio. The song caught my attention and has remained one of my favorites. It reminds me of Christmas in the mountains, where new-fallen snow and Christmas lights take on a unique beauty. Tomorrow the calendar… Read More »
Pastor’s Blog: Suffering
Life isn’t always easy. Eventually we all experience suffering. Monieca and I are praying for our daughter as she battles breast cancer. Last week I prayed with two women in our church who are also dealing with breast cancer. Next week I’m having lunch with another Pastor whose wife has pancreatic cancer. In recent days… Read More »
A Baby And A Dying Man
The digital photo frame on the night stand beside our bed holds hundreds of photographs. Tonight I glanced at it as several pictures of our grandson, Liam, appeared. Taken the night he was born, they brought back a lot of memories. Among those memories was the moment Monieca and I received the phone call from… Read More »