Have you heard of the helpful Gospel acronym using the word GRACE? God’s Riches At Christ’s Expense = GRACE Jesus purchased for us the favor of God the Father by laying […]

I have some long-time friends and a brand new friend who focus in on seemingly thankless long-term labors of love.  The first set of friends we will call Josh and […]

The fire that’s still blazing here only a few miles from where we live in California is finally getting under control.  It’s taken over 60 homes and over 70,000 acres.  […]

MERCED’S BRIGHT FUTURE + OUR COURAGEOUS ATTITUDE = GROWING MERCED TOGETHER  “Below is my response to THIS ARTICLE – CLICK HERE.” Torrey Moe   “What is your opinion on Merced?” […]

23 Thus says the Lord: “Let not the wise man boast in his wisdom, let not the mighty man boast in his might, let not the rich man boast in his […]

In one respect, every Jesus devoted body of believers is a Jesus-following community of missionaries.  We traditionally think of missionaries as people sent out over-seas to spread the Gospel of […]

Ricky couldn’t take a step without wincing in pain and nearly falling down.  I couldn’t watch without pulling over and offering to give him a ride.  As I lifted him […]

Dave is a neighbor who lives in a tent and constantly watches out for his fellow tent-dwellers.  His dog, Misty, stayed with us for a couple of weeks while Dave […]

I can't shake the look in her eyes...

More and more I am humbled to serve alongside my beautiful wife, Carrie, and my precious kids and a few close friends, to simply look out for the needs of […]