Divorce in the church is a serious problem, but not likely in the sense that first comes to mind. God hates divorce--in marriage and in the church. Closer than Siblings At the end of our Sunday evening meetings, our church family has the opportunity to corporately share their praises and thankfulness to the Lord. Last night a young couple announced their engagement. We knew … [Read more...]
The Timothy Project: Helping Churches Prepare Men for Public Evangelism
I enjoy disicpling others in the area of public (or "street") evangelism. When the discipleship is structured, I call it The Timothy Project. What is The Timothy Project? Simply put: The Timothy Project is an opportunity I provide to Christian men (only one or two at a time) to spend a week with me engaged in evangelism training, discipleship, and fellowship. Why I Believe I … [Read more...]
Crosswalking: Is William Kind Enough to Go to Heaven?
William walked by and Roy handed him a gospel tract. We bid him a good day, and off he went. Later, William walked back our way. This time stopped to talk. William's Baptism "What do you mean by 'stop and talk?'" William asked. "About how your sins can be forgiven and how you can be reconciled to the God you've always known," I replied. "Oh, okay. I'm being baptized … [Read more...]
Sign Evangelism: “That’s a Pretty Jagged Sign”
On Saturday, September 12, 2020, for the fifth consecutive week, members of my church family and I conducted evangelistic ministry outside our community's Farmers' Market. Our ministry consisted of open-air preaching, gospel tract distribution, one-to-one conversations, and sign evangelism. Eighteen members of my church family participated during the three-hour effort. Hundreds … [Read more...]
In the Lake of Fire: A Letter to My Church Family
With the above image in mind, this morning I sent my church family the following email. I hope it encourages you, as well. GFC Family, This image is circulating on social media. It is a picture, taken from a plane, of the current California wildfires, from above the clouds. After staring at this remarkable image for a few moments, my thoughts turned to the untold … [Read more...]
City of Iowa City vs Anthony Edward Miano: Case Dismissed!
That's right. In the City of Iowa City vs Anthony Edward Miano (me), District Associate Judge Deborah Farmer Minot dismissed the "disorderly conduct" charge against me. As you will see in her published ruling below, Judge Minot determined that the City of Iowa City code under which I was cited is unconstitutionally vague and unconstitutionally broad. I am grateful to … [Read more...]
Street Fishing Podcast: A Firefighter and His Higher Power
In this episode of Street Fishing Podcast, you will meet Michael. Kris Lapata was out street fishing in downtown Pensacola, FL, when he came across Michael. He is a former (15 yrs) firefighter who is now restoring and modifying vintage Ford Broncos. Michael believes in a "higher power." At least he did before our conversation. Michael heard and understood the gospel and … [Read more...]
