A Vision for Its Next Chapter Imagine reading Scripture and knowing immediately when God the Father is speaking. The I AM Bible (IAMB) helps readers distinguish His voice by setting His words apart and explaining the context of His conversations throughout Scripture. In October 2016, after a five-year process, Lifeway/B&H Publishing Group published the I […]
As the Pastor of First Baptist Church, Pigeon Forge, I have the privilege of meeting people from all over the world. People come here to experience the beauty of the mountains and the variety of amusement opportunities. I also have the honor of knowing many of the locals who live and work in Sevier County, […]
Have you ever had “one of those weeks?” You know what I mean. Everything is hard. Bad news, setbacks, and overwhelming challenges are in abundance. Many times, the troubles of a particular week spill over into a month and beyond. Everyone has or will experience these types of days. Let me give you three examples […]
In his book 1776, David McCullough masterfully describes the year that saw great highs and lows in America’s fight for independence. McCullough reminds us, in great detail, of the high price paid by both the Colonies and the British. This year, 2026, marks the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence’s final approval and signing. […]
Taking action means knowing what to do in a particular situation and then taking the necessary steps.
Summer ministry in Pigeon Forge, TN, is a little different.
Have you ever read the story of Jesus’ resurrection and been angry, frustrated, or confused about why Jesus’ disciples were missing at the empty tomb? According to Matthew’s account, the Disciples never made it to the empty tomb on Sunday morning. The disciples of Jesus truly believed that Jesus was dead.
If you’ve enjoyed reading my blog here, I’d love to invite you to join me on Substack. Substack is where I share a little more of the ongoing conversation. It includes short reflections and encouragement for everyday faith. I also provide ministry insights and occasional behind-the-scenes thoughts. These thoughts don’t always fit into a traditional […]
Lesson 5: You’re Replaceable! It was the hardest day of my professional ministry. I was “encouraged” to resign from my role as Senior Pastor. This situation seemed to be the result of the wishes of a few men. I felt relief, anger, fear, and strangely, peace after the decision was made and the announcement was […]
4. Prepare for the Worst of Times! Insurance is essential in many aspects of our lives. Most families invest significant funds in various policies. How many policies do you own? We insure our health, wealth, automobiles, lives, and more. In most cases, we hope we never need it, but it is helpful when we do. […]
