For the third time, I was blessed to have a brother spend a week at my home to participate in a Timothy Project. His name is Allen Jerkins (Twitter) and he's from Arlington, TX. Donnie Johnson was the first participant (2015). Virgil Walker and Dan Perina participated in the second Timothy Project (2017). Day One Allen arrived Monday afternoon from Arlington (TX), for … [Read more...]
In Memory of Jorge: Living on Infinite Regress Avenue in Absurdityville
This article was originally posted on Tuesday, January 6, 2015. A Day on the Streets with Jorge and Andrew Yesterday, I was really blessed. The Lord gave me the opportunity to take to the streets of Los Angeles with two younger brothers in Christ--Jorge and Andrew. These two men of God co-lead the Evangelism Society at The Master's College, where they are both students. Jorge … [Read more...]
Street Evangelism: Why Consistency Matters
In this article, I'm going to bang a particular drum--the drum of consistency. Consistency is vitally important when it comes to street evangelism. Crosswalking at Harrison and Locust I was crosswalking at my usual spot (Harrison/Locust, Davenport, IA) today. It was cold and damp. I'm usually at the corner in the afternoon, but other obligations today had me out there during … [Read more...]
Dr. James White, Empathy, Sympathy, and Cage Stages
I agree with Dr. James White. Some readers might be disappointed to read that, so let me say it again. I agree with Dr. James White. His position regarding the distinction between sympathy and empathy is biblical. While I have little to add to the "Is empathy sin?" conversation, I would like to provide a word of caution regarding the "cage stage" into which some may enter when … [Read more...]
Wearing and Using the Armor of God: Chapel Message at Unity Christian School
Today I was blessed with the opportunity of preaching the chapel message at Unity Christian School, in Fulton, IL. The invitation came through the school's choir director, Paul Hopkins. My daughter, Michelle, joined me for this ministry opportunity and was kind enough to take a few pictures. The chapel service was attended by junior high and high school students, … [Read more...]
Update: Bethelites at a Benny Hinn Show (James Bynum is Now with the Lord)
UPDATE: February 7, 2021 This morning I learned that James Bynum entered into the presence of Jesus yesterday. You can read the details of his passing, HERE. I posted the following on James' Facebook wall: "Diane: Mahria and I just learned of James' passing on to glory. While time and distance have kept us apart for some time, Mahria and I have nothing but fond memories … [Read more...]
It Came Down to a Polaroid: And Why I Never Rely on Evidence in My Evangelistic Apologetics
Evidence is very important in a courtroom, and I try never to rely on evidence when engaging in evangelistic apologetics. Bike Patrol In the Summer of 1998, I was assigned to the Career Offender Robbery Burglary Apprehension (COBRA) team, at the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station, of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. Put that on a business card! By the time I … [Read more...]
