Forty years ago, Jim and I met each other, become best friends and thought we were meant to be full-time pastors or missionaries. Now, Jim and I have the pleasure of helping our radio and podcast listeners understand what we really committed to 40 years ago - living in full time ministry every day.

The very term "LAY" minister implies that there are two tiers in ministry. This word derives negative feelings in me about a two tiered system of importance in the kingdom.

Where did we get the idea that we HAVE to quit our job in order to be in ministry? You do not need to quit a perfectly good job that uses your skills, pays the bills, and fills a need.

This is a great opportunity to plan a neighborhood or workplace BBQ for those you live/work alongside every day. Martha and I will be reaching out to neighbors in our new neighborhood. How about you - will you step out of your comfort zone?

We recently interviewed Kathy Branzell from Love2020 and discussed practical ways to get connected in relationship with our neighbors. We need to be intentional because most of us suffer from Summer Faith Drought Syndrome

Recently, we took some time to talk about our neighborhood mission field. Have you ever thought about it that way? How many of you know the four neighbors who live in front, behind, and on both sides of you?

We are called to LOVE our neighbors and loving them is spelled T.I.M.E. When others seek my attention, I was taught by the Lord years ago to stop the work of my hands, be still and look into the person's eyes as they speak to me.

When we hear something that doesn't line up with our faith, we think the best thing to do is "keep the peace", by keeping our mouth shut. But is that in keeping with the Word?

Too many parents today are making the nest too comfortable, so the kids don't want to leave.  Who can blame them? We must, however, trust God with their lives. He has them, and He has a plan for them.

If we are a Christ-follower, love is the basis for everything we do, because it is the basis for all He did. That love, by the way, is an action; an "active" intentional action that holds deep affection and shows itself.