Tax time still frightens me. It seems like that’s been the case for centuries. Jesus just healed a demon-possessed young man who was demon possessed since he was a young boy. Then a tax collector snapped Peter and the boys back to real life when he walked up to Peter and announced. “It’s tax time, gentlemen." Enjoy this week's episode to hear that story. Purchase my newest book Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments at https://pentecostalpublishing.com/products/ten-words Listen to T...
Nov 06, 2022•11 min•Ep. 189
A fatigued and frustrated father stood staring at the Father. He brought a short stack of faith with a side of doubt to Jesus, and Jesus heard and answered his prayer. Enjoy this week's episode to hear that story. Purchase my newest book Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments at https://pentecostalpublishing.com/products/ten-words Listen to Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments on Audible at Ten Words on Audible Purchase the devotional Simplify—which launched the podca...
Oct 30, 2022•14 min•Ep. 188
When they finally held their baby boy for the first time, they could not know he could not see. When they spoke, he turned his head, but when they moved, he didn’t. And it started to dawn on them, our baby boy is blind. Enjoy this week's episode to hear that story. Purchase my newest book Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments at https://pentecostalpublishing.com/products/ten-words Listen to Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments on Audible at Ten Words on Audible Purch...
Oct 23, 2022•13 min•Ep. 187
This sweet little mama came to Jesus and asked for a miracle, and He ignored her. He flatly told her no. He even insulted her, and she still didn't go away. As Jesus saw she wasn't going anywhere, Jesus started to smile. Enjoy this week's episode to hear that story. Purchase my newest book Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments at https://pentecostalpublishing.com/products/ten-words Listen to Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments on Audible at Ten Words on Audible Purc...
Oct 16, 2022•14 min•Ep. 186
Shipwrecks form the stuff of legend. Shipwrecks form the stuff of legend becuase even the most seafaring sailors can find themselves in grave danger, and even in the grave, when the water turns from friend to foe. Enjoy this week's episode to hear that story. Purchase my newest book Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments at https://pentecostalpublishing.com/products/ten-words Listen to Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments on Audible at Ten Words on Audible Purchase th...
Oct 09, 2022•13 min•Season 1Ep. 185
While the disciples looked around and worried, Jesus held back a wry smile because He knew what He was about to do. He was about to feed thousands of people with a Lunchable. Enjoy this week's episode to hear that story. Purchase my newest book Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments at https://pentecostalpublishing.com/products/ten-words Listen to Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments on Audible at Ten Words on Audible Purchase the devotional Simplify—which launched th...
Oct 02, 2022•12 min•Ep. 184
Thirty-eight years ago was 1984. Thirty-eight years from now will be 2060. Thirty-eight years can go by in a blink, but for a lame man who had not walked for forty years save two, these thirty-eight years crawled by. Enjoy this week's episode to hear that story. Purchase my newest book Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments at https://pentecostalpublishing.com/products/ten-words Listen to Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments on Audible at Ten Words on Audible Purchase...
Sep 25, 2022•13 min•Ep. 183
Twelve years ago, both of their lives changed. One for the better, one for the worse. But today, both of their lives will change again because Jesus is on His way. Enjoy this week's episode to hear that story. Purchase my newest book Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments at https://pentecostalpublishing.com/products/ten-words Listen to Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments on Audible at Ten Words on Audible Purchase the devotional Simplify—which launched the podcast— ...
Sep 18, 2022•14 min•Ep. 182
Thousands of devils vs. one Almighty God—these demons didn't stand a chance. Enjoy this week's episode to hear that story. Purchase my newest book Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments at https://pentecostalpublishing.com/products/ten-words Listen to Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments on Audible at Ten Words on Audible Purchase the devotional Simplify—which launched the podcast— at https://pentecostalpublishing.com/search?q=simplify Join me on another podcast calle...
Sep 11, 2022•13 min•Ep. 181
----more----Suddenly Jesus' followers were in the middle of a fishing boat in the middle of the water in the middle of Hurricane Hezekiah. They spiraled from a relaxing, moonlit cruise to rowing for their lives in a matter of seconds. Enjoy this week's episode to hear that story. Purchase my newest book Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments at https://pentecostalpublishing.com/products/ten-words Listen to Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments on Audible at Ten Words o...
Sep 04, 2022•10 min•Ep. 180
A widow woman comes walking out of the gates of the city on her way to the cemetery with only the memories of her only son’s life so soon taken. But before she can walk out, Jesus came walking in. Enjoy this week's episode to hear that story. Purchase my newest book Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments at https://pentecostalpublishing.com/products/ten-words Listen to Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments on Audible at Ten Words on Audible Purchase the devotional Simp...
Aug 27, 2022•12 min•Ep. 179
It was standing room only when four faith-filled friends carried their paralyzed friend on a cot to Jesus. Nobody would give them even a square foot of space to squeeze through, so they did the unthinkable. Enjoy this week's episode to hear that story. Purchase my newest book Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments at https://pentecostalpublishing.com/products/ten-words Listen to Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments on Audible at Ten Words on Audible Purchase the devot...
Aug 21, 2022•11 min•Ep. 178
When Jesus touched the leper in Mark 1, He did so to show him and to show us that He is not afraid of our sickness or our sin. And Jesus gave this man something leprosy stole from him. He gave him back his humanity. Enjoy this week's episode to hear that story. Purchase my newest book Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments at https://pentecostalpublishing.com/products/ten-words Listen to Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments on Audible at Ten Words on Audible Purchase ...
Aug 14, 2022•12 min•Ep. 177
We went deep sea fishing once in Florida. And I was having a good time—until the guys started catching fish. As we pressed out into deep waters, the ship captain cast the poles out of the ship, and we started reeling in beautiful blue and green mahi-mahi. I wanted to throw them back into the deep sea. I'm too much of a softie to go fishing. But Simon was forevermore a fisherman. Enjoy this week's episode to hear that story. Purchase my newest book Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandme...
Aug 07, 2022•15 min•Ep. 176
John 4 would look different if it took place in Mount Vernon in 2022. There are fliers everywhere. On bank windows. Restaurant counters. Gas pumps. And every radio station, from talk stations to rock stations, will be talking about it. Jesus is coming to Mount Vernon. Enjoy this week's episode to hear that story. Purchase my newest book Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments at https://pentecostalpublishing.com/products/ten-words Listen to Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Comm...
Jul 31, 2022•13 min•Ep. 175
A few weeks ago, we spent a week in Amish country for our summer vacation. I went for a bike ride near the end of our week away. I had a great time riding the bike down the hill, but I realized I would have to ride back up the same hill. Oh boy. Enjoy this week's episode to hear that story. Purchase my newest book Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments at https://pentecostalpublishing.com/products/ten-words Listen to Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments on Audible at ...
Jul 24, 2022•10 min•Ep. 174
Soon the whispers reached Mary’s ears. Without making a scene, Mary pushed back from the table, stood up from her chair, walked over to Jesus, and whispered in His ear, “They have no wine.” Enjoy this week's episode to hear that story. Purchase my newest book Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments at https://pentecostalpublishing.com/products/ten-words Listen to Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments on Audible at Ten Words on Audible Purchase the devotional Simplify—wh...
Jul 17, 2022•14 min•Ep. 173
What will make Hell truly tormenting will not just be its unquenchable flames. Or even the memory of messages preached and altars you ignored. Lay aside the fact that your neighbors in Hell will be those who committed heinous and horrible crimes on Earth. What will truly make Hell Hell is the opposite of what makes Heaven Heaven. In Heaven, you will be eternally with God. But in Hell, you will be eternally separated from Him. Listen to this week's episode to hear that story. Purchase my newest b...
Jul 10, 2022•16 min•Ep. 172
If I could walk you through Heaven’s holy halls and down its golden street, everyone listening to this episode would sign up, but I’ve not been there yet. We’ll have to rely on the brochure. Enjoy this week's episode to hear that story. Purchase my newest book Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments at https://pentecostalpublishing.com/products/ten-words Listen to Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments on Audible at Ten Words on Audible Purchase the devotional Simplify—w...
Jul 03, 2022•18 min•Ep. 171
On that day, we will finally look on the face of the One who died so we could live. We sing to Jesus here, but we will see Him there. My hope is not in our government or our economy or even in the rest of humanity. My hope is Jesus is coming back one of these days. Enjoy this week's episode to hear that story. Purchase my newest book Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments at https://pentecostalpublishing.com/products/ten-words Listen to Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Command...
Jun 26, 2022•15 min•Ep. 170
God told Noah how wide to build the ark. He told him how high to build it. He told him where to install the window and set the door, but God did not tell Noah how much pitch to use to keep the flood out and the family in. That was up to Noah. Enjoy this week's episode to hear that story. Purchase my newest book Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments at https://pentecostalpublishing.com/products/ten-words Listen to Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments on Audible at Ten...
Jun 19, 2022•17 min•Ep. 169
The owner of the vineyard came to enjoy the figs from his freshly planted fig tree, but there were no figs. Frustrated, he commanded the caretaker to cut it down. Enjoy this week's episode to hear that story. Purchase my newest book Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments at https://pentecostalpublishing.com/products/ten-words Listen to Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments on Audible at Ten Words on Audible Purchase the devotional Simplify—which launched the podcast— a...
Jun 12, 2022•17 min•Ep. 168
Jesus looked around at the softer faces in the crowd and told a story. “Suppose one of you ladies had 10 silver coins.” They knew what that meant. "Suppose one of those coins was lost." They really knew what that meant. "What do you do?" Enjoy this week's episode to hear that story. Purchase my newest book Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments at https://pentecostalpublishing.com/products/ten-words Listen to Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments on Audible at Ten Word...
Jun 05, 2022•15 min•Ep. 167
About five years ago, the ladies and I decided to buy a bird feeder. Over those five years, I've watched as the birds and squirrels battled it out for breakfast. One day, the rules of engagement in that battle completely changed. Enjoy this week's episode to hear the story. Purchase my newest book Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments at https://pentecostalpublishing.com/products/ten-words Listen to Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments on Audible at Ten Words on Audi...
May 29, 2022•11 min•Ep. 166
I am not a little afraid of water, but this snorkeling trip was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Either get back in the boat or get all the way in the water. Enjoy this week's episode to hear the story. Purchase my newest book Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments at https://pentecostalpublishing.com/products/ten-words Listen to Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments on Audible at Ten Words on Audible Purchase the devotional Simplify—which launched the podcast— at htt...
May 22, 2022•15 min•Ep. 165
The boss went to the square to hire workers at 6 am, 9 am, noon, 3 pm, and even 5 pm. The bell rang at 6:00 pm, and payday sparked a controversy we still talk about to this day. Enjoy this week's episode to hear the story. Purchase my newest book Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments at https://pentecostalpublishing.com/products/ten-words Listen to Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments on Audible at Ten Words on Audible Purchase the devotional Simplify—which launched ...
May 15, 2022•18 min•Ep. 164
This little lady was one creditor's visit away from losing her sons to slavery. But the man of God told her to gather some jars, get some oil, and close the door. Then, watch God do what she couldn't. Enjoy this week's episode to hear the story. Purchase my newest book Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments at https://pentecostalpublishing.com/products/ten-words Listen to Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments on Audible at Ten Words on Audible Purchase the devotional S...
May 08, 2022•13 min•Ep. 163
The first-century world missed Jesus when He came because He didn't come like they expected Him to come. That's one reason He told the story of a day a preacher and a tax collector went to church. Enjoy this week's episode to hear the story. Purchase my newest book Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments at https://pentecostalpublishing.com/products/ten-words Listen to Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments on Audible at Ten Words on Audible Purchase the devotional Simpl...
May 01, 2022•15 min•Ep. 162
Jesus didn't believe in fine print. He wrote everything in large print, bold type, underlined with arrows and neon lights. He taught following Him will cost every one of us. Enjoy this week's episode to hear the story. Purchase my newest book Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments at https://pentecostalpublishing.com/products/ten-words Listen to Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments on Audible at Ten Words on Audible Purchase the devotional Simplify—which launched the ...
Apr 24, 2022•12 min•Ep. 161
That Sunday morning, Mary walked to the tomb with an armload of spices and a heart load of grief. I want to jump into Scripture's pages right beside her on her way from her house to the tomb and ask her this question: isn't it Sunday? Enjoy this week's episode to hear the story. Purchase my newest book Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments at https://pentecostalpublishing.com/products/ten-words Listen to Ten Words: a Practical Look at the Ten Commandments on Audible at Ten Words on...
Apr 17, 2022•14 min•Ep. 160
