Morning Briefings

The Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem - covered in all four gospels, critical knowledge for all followers of Jesus Christ

How did Jesus know it was time to go to Jerusalem... for Passover, arrest, and crucifixion? How did Jesus know the time for anything he did? We must take a page out of Jesus' book. Easter, 2026

Luke ends the book of Acts with Paul in a rented home in Rome, still preaching to those who came to him. But what happens after? What of Paul? And what are we to take of this epic story of Acts!

At long last, Paul reaches Rome. Though shackled to a Roman guard 24 hours a day, it doesn't stop him... Acts 28, incredible!

God is always right on time, as we see in Paul's life. Not always when we want him to, but he is faithful. Acts 28.1-10. Good stuff, great takeaways.

What happens as Paul rides a board to shore on Malta, we learn a lot. The fact is - in this life - snakes are inevitable. We must be aware and ready.Acts 28.

Paul is a prisoner on his way to Rome to stand before Nero; on the way, a storm... a shipwreck, but GOD

Paul, in the will of God and "safe"? No! In the will of God and in a battle of a storm. Luke was there; he tells the story, Acts 27 - Acts 28.15

Acts 25 - 26. Whoa, Paul. How much we learn from your life!

The juxtaposition of Disney World and war... Paul vs. the Jews and Romans... what is real? what matters? How to stay strong: consult Psalm 121.

Paul could not have kept going to Jerusalem or on to Rome... he could not have done what God called him to do unless he was a good thinker, a man who disciplined his mind.

God speaks to Paul in two different ways in Acts 20-21. Does God speak today? He does! Here is how to hear him.

Acts chapter 20 - what drove Paul to Jerusalem, knowing what awaited him--prison, chains, death? And what gave him strength to stay the course? Where does our strength come from? Give this a listen.

Acts 20 - Paul is on his way to Jerusalem, knowing there is suffering ahead; this is not unlike our Jesus! Incomparable humility, submission to God.

Who would have thought this ancient story would have such a great word for us today? Thanks, Dr. Luke, for Acts 19!!

A day in the life--real talk about the power of Scripture

It's real. He's real. Be aware ... greater is He that is in you than He that is in the world. Do not be taken for a fool. Acts 19.11-20

Ephesus 55 A.D. - through the faithfulness of one man, filled with the Holy Spirit, obedient and on mission - revival breaks out Suit up - time for our obedience, the passionate fulfillment of our God-given purpose...Revival! Starting in the NFL? Acts 19.8-12

Incomparable, without equal... alive, fitting for your life

Devoted.

New to prayer? Tired of your own prayers? Let me pray for you - and suggest you might pray something like this!

The personal discipline of prayer radically changed my life - here's some information for you!

This morning, the 27th of the month, I prayed Psalm 27...and as I prayed, I thought about Paul, in Corinth, as we just looked at him in Acts 18. When Paul was afraid, I just wonder, did he pray as David did 'Lord you are my light'... did Paul pray the psalms??

Even cities have legacies.... Acts 18, Corinth - her legacy, end of Paul's second missionary journey, A unique peek at Paul

When you look at people, what do you see? Again, Paul - our example.

Acts 17.16-34. Paul stands on Mars Hill, connects with the philosophers of ancient Athens in a quintessential Pauline fashion... nothing short of brilliant!

Acts 17.1-15. One could easily read right past these verses, but don't! What Paul does, we ought do.

Acts 1- 16 recap, the birth of the Early Church, spread of the Gospel...the man, Saul - Paul!

Does God still speak? If so, how does he communicate?

Longings are normal - but what do they tell us about ourselves, God and eternity?

Why in the world do we have wise men present at our Nativity scenes? All wrong. But, what can we learn from these 'scientists' from afar?

Take a few minutes to assess the lessons and blessings of 2025. Then, look forward - and in all, All Glory, and Honor and Power to God. This is a good one!

Look back and consider... look forward with intention

This is your most valuable gift to give today, this Christmas, for-ever!

God regularly accomplishes what we deem difficult because nothing is difficult for Him! But what's more--God delights in doing the Impossible!

The all important element of joy. Do you have it? How do we get it? What's the difference between joy and happiness? Listen!

You want joy, but... is there any room?

Shepherds, seriously? They couldn't even give testimony in court--no respect at all; and yet, God has always loved shepherds. God sees what we do not.

Inner peace? Yes, but you will have to be intentional.

Hope has a name: J-E-S-U-S While we believe he is God Immanuel, God with us, we can also feel God's presence.