Aim for Influence

Personally, I have never prayed for a following. I have never prayed for success or to be popular or well-liked. However, I have asked God routinely for influence. Influence carries a weight that popularity never can…

Second Ladies Conference a Huge Success

Ladies are arguably the hardest workers in most churches. They serve in the nursery, teach children’s Sunday school classes, clean and decorate, deliver meals to the sick, check on shut-ins—and so much more. They are an invaluable part of God’s work…

Waiting Is Not Wasted

In Psalm 46, we find the words, Be still, and know that I am God: We must remember that no matter what difficulty we are facing or enduring, though we must not be indecisive, we can be still and know that God is in control!

Teenage “Saint” To Be Canonized by Catholics

On April 27, 2025, the Catholic institution plans to bestow upon Carlo Acutis the official title of “saint.” Acutis was a 15-year-old teenager who died of leukemia in 2006. His lifeless body—enrobed in blue jeans, a sweatshirt, and tennis shoes—is currently on display in a shrine at a Catholic church in Italy…

Even If You Stand Alone

This week’s newsletter has quite a few “One More Things” in it. I feel as though our American history has so many connections from story to story. When we are willing to look, we can learn some vital lessons from our patriot forebearers.

Should Eagles Listen to Chickens?

There will always be voices—some loud, some subtle—trying to shape your direction. In a world full of opinions, it is easy to be pulled in a hundred different ways. If you are not careful, you can find yourself listening to the wrong people and drifting…

Grace and Peace Be Multiplied

Great things are happening at the Immanuel Baptist Church! As we put an emphasis on “going and growing,” it is evident that the Holy Spirit is working through the faithfulness of His people. We are reminded on a daily basis that this world is in need of the Gospel…

Not All Conspiracies Are Theory

Not all conspiracies are theory.
General George Washington was not only the commander of the Continental troops—he was the embodiment of the hope and dream of independence and the liberty that came with it. Along with that role, however, came mortal danger.

A Wonderful Friends and Family Sunday

Yesterday at Immanuel Baptist Church was one of those days you just do not forget. I am still thinking about everything the Lord did on Friends and Family Sunday…

An Update from One of Our Ministries

Today’s Daily Report is the latest newsletter with updates from The Amanda Ranch. This unique ministry in New Mexico was named after my infant daughter, Amanda, who, after many months of health struggles, went to Heaven in 2001…