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A small group of us gathered in a home in San Antonio to hear Benita’s story. Her story is why the DREAM ACT needs to become a reality.   She was 8 years old when she came to the good ole’ USA– the home of the brave; land of the free.  She had no choice. She [...]

Yesterday, I met with John, my new best friend. He is one of those healthy, in shape, committed to exercise, stewardship of the body brothers in Christ. I shared with the elders and some other brothers that one of my goals at this double nickle age is to be healthier in body. John did the [...]

I like to visit old places of worship. Yesterday on my way home after a few days with friends in San Antonio and Fredericksburg I stopped at the “ROCK CHURCH” (St Olaf Lutheran Church, Cranfills Gap, TX). I had been there before to officiate at a graveside of a friend’s father. The cemetery is about 100 feet [...]

Tim Woodroof has written a much needed and provocative book–”The Holy Spirit for the Rest of Us.”  I have known Tim personally for over 30 years.  He is a faithful student of God’s Word, passionate about following Jesus and helping believers and unbelievers grapple with faith and truth.  Somewhere between no experience of the Holy [...]

After 33 years of full time congregational ministry in five churches here is some candid truth about ministers. 1.  We are just as insecure as any other believer in Christ. 2.  We struggle with cynicism. 3.  We take way too much credit for what goes wrong and what goes right. 4.  We do not preach [...]

After nearly 15 years of serving as Senior Minister in one church it’s time to let go. Almost one-half of my ministry life has been spent with the So Mac church, Irving, TX.  Although I have chosen to leave (not fired or forced out), it is not easy. Ministry is not just a job, it is a life. [...]

I am fortunate to have some good friends who speak truth to my heart.  They speak truth when I am seeking direction, feeling anxious, needing perspective or simply just need a spiritual “kick in the pants.”  You know exactly what I mean, don’t you?  There are three or four questions that always provide the kick [...]

I am in transition from the So MacArthur Church of Christ to the Mansfield Church of Christ.  After 14 and one-half years with a great group of God’s people I am in ministry transition.  No, I am not mad at anyone. I wasn’t “let go” (fired).  I am not bitter.  It’s simply a transition time [...]

Things change. People change. Life is change. As human beings we are always in transition.  I am amazed at how much us church folk hasten to days gone by as if no change was involved during those days.  Granted, the speed of change in our world in every way is exponentially greater than ever before. The [...]

Flew to Pepperdine University yesterday for annual Bible lectures.  I was running a bit late.  I did the self-service swipe the credit card to check in routine.  Too late to check bags…it gave me a flight two hours later.  No way. If I obeyed technology I would not have got on the plane.  I simply [...]

Well, I have been off this blog since our trip to Africa. I came home with hard drive problems and all passwords on accounts lost.  But as one who knows what it is to fall off a horse…I am back in the saddle again. Zambia was a challenging, rewarding trip.  Once again, we were reminded of [...]

David and Linda Gregersen came to Zambia after 20 years with the Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ, Austin, TX. In April, they will return to the United States after fulfilling a five year commitment. But no doubt, the Zambian people are in their hearts. They came as teachers at George Benson Christian College, and they also assist [...]

It is a simple tank made of galvanized steel. It is most often used as water for livestock. However, at Namwianga Mission it is dedicated for baptisms. It is also portable to carry on medical missions. Located between two homes near the back of the house it is the place of new birth.  The water is [...]

Went to church tonight and no sooner had the singing begun than the power went off. Sitting in the dark with 400 Zambians singing in Tonga is quite an experience. When church was over we walked outside to the brilliance of the stars against the black sky. No way to describe how majestic, beautiful and [...]

It is a beautiful day in Namwianga–blue skies, cool temps and green vegetation with maize growing everywhere. It will be harvested in late April and May. Maize is a staple grain.  Each Sunday morning students from George Benson College go on MISSIONS to nearby villages. It varies from 2-5 each Sunday. This does not include those [...]

The journey continues.  Power outages every day this week from 2-5 hours. Improvise.  Read by candlelight. Cook by coleman stove.  Be flexible. I actually had to use a chalkboard instead of  using computer/power point. Have not seen one snake and don’t want to. Some elephants were seen on the backside of the property last week, but [...]