The ultimate solution to POVERTY is found in the COMPASSION of God's people.

He promises a lamp unto our feet, not a crystal ball into the future.

I've never really prided myself as being quick on my feet. Maybe you've had the experience where somebody's asked you a question and you give an answer, then later in the day you think, "Oh, I wish I'd said that!" I tend to journal these things and put the answers in sermons.

As a pastor, you get asked questions and receive emails. Many of them I had answered, but just in conversation. So we kind of re-crafted the question and answered it. It turned out to be an interesting exercise. I hope it's encouraging for people.

I have a great staff at the church; they protect me and allow me to focus on more of what I do best.

Religion is intended to facilitate hope and faith. Much like a path is intended to facilitate a journey.

To be active in a church social life or church activities or even a church mission to help the hungry or reach the poor, but really our dedication has to be born out of an infatuation with Jesus.