Nics & Scratches

. . . character more than damage When I purchased my Martin D28, I was a lowly college student in Allentown PA, on a two year Jonah-run from pastoral ministry. I couldn’t afford the instrument. My rationalization was that it would be a ministry tool and would last a...

An Apple A Day

My Dad used to say, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away . . . if you throw it hard enough.” His aversion to medical professionals wasn’t unique to him . . . just about every man that I know struggles similarly.  And if the struggle to actually go see a doctor isn’t...

Last-Minute Answers

A dear friend recently posed this question on Facebook . . . thought I’d post my response as a blog . . . Hey! I just thought I’d throw this thought out there – even if I probably know the answer… what’s your thought on why does God...

An Ingersoll Update

Thanks for subscribing to this newsletter over the last couple of years. I have a love for writing that I believe to be one of the greatest gifts that my father unintentionally gave me. When I write, I think of him and pray that any good becomes a tribute to him and...

A Bigger Question is a Better Answer

“What if he did this to make the riches of his glory known to the objects of his mercy, whom he prepared in advance for glory . . . ?” Good question.  It’s one that Paul asks in Romans 9:23. It is really a question offered as an answer.  Jesus was a Master at this. ...