"Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds." (James 1:2) Really? Is that even possible? Let's see what James means by these words.

It's Friday the 13th. My dad used to say "it is his lucky day." He would say he would always get good things happen to him on the 13th. Well, at least he was authentic in his life. Here's a short message on being authentic.

When I was in the 7th grade, my teacher, Mr. Otto, asked what our philosophy of life was. I had no idea what he was talking about. But having a good philosophy is important, right?

They say, "Silence is golden." Growing up in a house with four children, there were hardly any silent times. But silence is important.

I've been a pastor now for 47 and a half years. I am retiring at the end of December. But being a pastor is a life-long mission and I have made every effort I can to preach the Scriptures. Here's a short message on pastors.

Leisure. Do you know how important taking time for leisure in your life is? Crucial, we are told for a healthy life. Here is a short message on leisure.

We have a tropical storm warning here in South Florida. When that happens, at times a tropical storm can turn into a hurricane. So we must get prepared and take refuge. Here's a short message on our true refuge.

What does it mean to offer our bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God?

One of the stories of Jesus that is found in Mark 4 is particularly of interest to me. It's about a man with a withered hand. I had a good friend in school who had a "withered" arm. This story is always touching to me.

As of this morning, we still don't know who the President is for the next four years. Are you worried? Some are. But here is a short message on worry.