Truth that Makes a Difference

Finding meaning in life, marriage, and faith

Numbers 15 – Keep It Up!

October 17, 2018

It’s a good feeling to finally reach a goal.  The sense of accomplishment and achievement you get from reaching a goal is intoxicating. But then what? What do you do after … Read more

Numbers 14 – Trading “I Remember” for “I Can’t Wait to See”

October 10, 2018

I was working in the oil fields of West Texas when God called me into full time ministry. After some preparation, I moved my wife and two small children to Ft. … Read more

Numbers 13 – Armchair Quarterbacks

October 3, 2018

I’m not really into sports, but I still play “armchair quarterback” more than I care to admit. An armchair quarterback, is one who talks a good game. They sound strong, … Read more

Numbers 12 – I Want to Be More Like Moses

September 26, 2018

I want to be like Moses. It’s not that I want to walk around with a big stick and a glowing face, calling down plagues and parting large bodies of … Read more

Numbers 11 – Lighten Up!

September 19, 2018

I hate to admit it, but I’ve become a complainer…at least more than I used to be. I’m not sure what happened. I used to be more up-beat, more positive, … Read more

Things You Need to Know Before You Get Married…or Divorced

September 12, 2018

“I wish I had known this before I got married.” I hear this a lot as a counselor. Sometimes it’s said in jest, and sometimes it’s said in frustration. Before we … Read more

Numbers 10 – Traveling Details

September 11, 2018

I’ve mentioned before that I’m not a detailed person. I’m a big picture person. I have great ideas, but when I look at all the details of making those great … Read more

Numbers 9 – Unquestioning Obedience

September 4, 2018

When I was a child, “because I said so” never felt like a good reason to comply. That’s because there’s something in us that resists being told what to do. … Read more

The Steps to a Great Marriage

August 31, 2018

The steps to a great marriage. You see a lot of titles like this if you spend any time on social media. Everyone is giving you three steps to this … Read more

Numbers 7-8 – Are You An Indian-Getter?

August 28, 2018

Maybe you’ve heard someone use the term “Indian Giver.” Though not politically correct, the title refers to someone who gives something away only to take it back. I suppose the … Read more