Last week we considered the importance of a passage in Philippians chapter 2 as it relates to having unshakeable joy through the challenges of life. The key is understanding the true nature of Jesus Christ, i.e. Fully God - Fully Human. When we begin to grasp this truth we understand that only our God is worthy of our [...]

Exalting the name of Jesus! Philippians 2 is a call to "Be like Jesus". INTENTIONAL men of God fully understand that we were created to be like Him (Genesis 1:26). The more we get to know Him, the more we desire to reflect His image and in doing so we exalt His name. As we get to know Him better we discover [...]

I wanted to share with you two of my favorite Scriptures as they simply define who we are in Christ and what we were created for. These two verses speak to the value and purpose of human existence; two things all human beings desperately want to understand. John 15:16 says: "You did not choose me, but I [...]

Last week I ended our conversation with the most simple of questions: What is our purpose as Human beings? Of course INTENTIONAL men of God know that answer is just as simple: We discover the answer in Mark 12:30 & 31:  "Love the Lord your God with all of your heart, soul, mind and strength, and love your neighbor as [...]

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 [...]