Chris Sippley, who serves with JeremiahCry Ministries, is far and away one of my favorite open-air preachers, and one of my favorite people. I first met this young man in February 2010, when I was asked to speak during a leadership conference of large and long-established evangelism ministry. At the time, Chris was contemplating entering into full-time evangelistic ministry. … [Read more...]
A Wheelchair, a Cross, and the Glory of God
Richard Story grew up in Southern Alabama. His parents divorced when he was eight years old. Until he was 15 he was raised by his mother and grandmother. His grandmother was the greatest influence in his early years. She was a very godly woman who read her Bible daily. She would give Richard his first Bible, which he has to this day. During his latter teen years, as so many … [Read more...]
Gospel Tracts: How Much is One Soul Worth to You? (Part 2)
Yesterday, I shared with you the email I received from a young lady who found a gospel tract during a local "Concert in the Park." I answered her questions in a reply email. This morning, I opened my email to find this" Tony, Never heard this before. No, I had never repented of my sins, and placed my trust in Jesus alone. I didn't know I needed to, because I hadn't been … [Read more...]
Gospel Tracts: How Much is One Soul Worth to You?
”The smallest tract may be the stone in David’s sling.In the hands of Christ it may bring down a giant soul.” ~R.M. M’Cheyne I turned on my computer this morning and found the following email. I have redacted the person's name to protect their anonymity. Hi my name is _____ _____. I am 22 years old. I live in Santa Clarita. I found one of your tracts that someone else had … [Read more...]
Salvation for Sarah
Many of you have followed my email conversation with Sarah, a self-professed agnostic who watches "On the Box." I finally was able to take some time this morning to sort through some of the mounting emails in my in-box. My heart leaped for joy when I read the following email from Sarah. ~~~~~~~~~~ Hi Tony, I hope you are having a great time at the Olympics. I have to share … [Read more...]