For over ten years I have been referring to all of you as Men of Intention! I have often referenced a particular Old Testament Scripture (1 Chronicles 12:32 – The Tribe of Issachar) as a foundation for every healthy church body; a reminder that every “generation” needs INTENTIONAL Men of God who truly understand the days in which they […]

As we mentioned last week, the start of a new year does not have to mean pressure, performance, or trying harder. It can be an invitation to slow down and return to what actually matters the most. To that end, we shared the first five of ten points of resolve that we can consider and [...]

The start of a new year does not have to mean pressure, performance, or trying harder. It can be an invitation to slow down and return to what matters most. I read an article recently by Trace Kennedy, a contributor of the First 15 devotional, and I enjoyed the simple reminder of how to better connect with our Lord through [...]

As I age, a few more reminders from those to whom I am accountable are very helpful; my bride, my children, and of course my oldest grandbaby who seems to remember everything I ever said that concerns the two of us (Partners in all things). Family aside, INTENTIONAL men of God are always striving to mature their [...]

"The steps of a man are established by the Lord, when he delights in His way." (Psalms 37:23). INTENTIONAL men of God delight in the Lord and strive to live according to His Word. Their lives affirm the wisdom of this passage. Remember taking road trips as a child (in the days before GPS etc; where your parents [...]

Well...2025 is about spent! It has been an interesting year in our country and around the world. The chaos is everywhere and seems to be spreading like a bad virus. What are we in store for in 2026? More of the same, and likely worse, for those who choose to follow in the steps of the [...]

Merry Christmas week my good friends! Americans are slated to spend approximately 900 billion in gifts this season; that number equates to 20% of all retail sales. Most of those $'s are spent on children (our Christmas Tree gift pile affirms this truth). The least represented directed gifts are to Fathers (our Christmas Tree also [...]

Everyone is familiar with some version of this phrase: "We need a Christmas Miracle"! As we march ever closer to another Christmas, (which I think simply making it to another Christmas season is a miracle in itself) I find myself searching the Scriptures as a reminder that our God has been, is, and will continue to be [...]

Last week we were examining a passage from Acts 16, a familiar account from the life of the Apostle Paul and Silas. Refresh your memory by reading verses 14 - 40 to reset the stage. God performs a miracle at the "Midnight Hour" releasing Paul and Silas from their prison, and the conversion of the Philippian Jailer and his household [...]

Welcome to December! The Christmas season is precious. It conjourns up so many wonderful memories and holds promises for the future. I also know that for some it is a difficult time of year, some memories are not so wonderful and future prospects are not so promising. It can be difficult to find God in [...]