Repent you Sinners!
….Kingdom of God is near. Words from Jesus. What first comes to mind when you hear the word “repent?” It probably depends on your background doesn’t it? You might hear it with a heavy southern drawl...
View ArticlePeace comes from the Middle East
This video was made for a contest that General Electric (GE). The contest was to make a short video that outlined an idea that would change the world! We think this does.....
View ArticleFrom Being Pro-Israel, to Pro-People!
I grew up like most mid-western American Evangelical Christians. Conservative politically and biblically. I believed in two bumper stickers – “God said it. I believe it. That settles it.” And… “God....
View ArticleThe Dangerous Heresy of Zionism
Seven Biblical Answers to Popular Zionist Assumptions Posted on August 22, 2011 by Stephen Sizer Seven Biblical Answers to Popular Zionist Assumptions 1. God promises to bless those who bless Israel...
View ArticleMuslims who Follow Jesus!
I just returned from Baghdad where I chaired some of the meetings for the Arab League on the Palestinian-Israeli issue. I met several Europeans from countries like Spain and France, who were avowed...
View ArticleFrom the Eyes of Hope
Our daughter Anna and her friend Joe made this 21 minute documentary about hope in the Holy Land. It won the National Youth Film Festival “Best Documentary” award. It’s worth a watch.
View ArticleDo all Muslims Hate Israel?
My friend Mustafa Akyol answers this and other difficult questions. From the perspective of a thoughtful Muslim from Turkey! You'll love this....
View ArticleI love the Middle East
As those of you know – who know me – I love the Middle East. My wife and three kids love the Middle East. We love the people. The passion. The Places. Even…well, yes – even the confusion and chaos. We...
View ArticleAUTHORITY!
“Authority.” Just the word makes me cringe. I grew up in a Christian culture where words like “authority” and “submission” were used interchangeably – mostly by older men who had issues. “Biblical...
View ArticleThe NRA, Big Government, Israel and Jesus
I like that title. I confuse people. Sometimes I say that’s my spiritual gift – Confusion. Not sure if that’s in the 1 Corinthians or Romans 12 lists, but if it’s not – it should be. I have the gift of...
View Article“Where are all the Moderate Christian Voices….?”
I was recently here at our home in Denver, when my friend Mustafa Akyol http://thewhitepath.com asked a question that surprised even me – “Where are all the moderate Christian voices who speak out...
View ArticleWhy do Muslims Persecute Christians?
Do Muslims persecute Christians? And if so....why? Are there reasons? Or none? Watch as Mustafa Akyol gives a helpful short response to this difficult question.
View ArticleI am a Fan!
There’s a great book out these days called “Not a Fan” by Kyle Idleman. The title and the book makes a ton of sense – Jesus doesn’t just want “fans” he wants people who are fully devoted to him and...
View ArticleMy Top Ten Life Mentors
The Scriptures do not call us to evangelize and convert – they call us to “make disciples.” That’s what Jesus asked his original followers to do – and he still asks that from us today. Make disciples....
View ArticleMentor #5
My “Core Group.” I grew up around organizational boards and accountability groups. When we moved to Lebanon in 1992 we had a board. But I knew that our legal non-profit board wouldn’t be enough – we’d...
View ArticleMy Mentor #4
Many of you know the name “Samir.” He has been a central figure in so many of my stories. I got to know him and his family through his oldest son who was part of our university student work called “The...
View ArticleMy Mentor #3
Doug Coe will be mad when he finds out I’ve done this. He doesn’t like to be in the spotlight. He doesn’t do interviews. Doesn’t write books or articles. Doesn’t have a website or Facebook page....
View ArticleJohn Wimber. My #2 Mentor
My wife, Chris, and I were married on June 7th, 1986. A wonderful day! We took a week-long honeymoon (camping at Lake Powell) and came back for another week off to settle in to our new apartment in...
View ArticleMy #1 Mentor
Well, here we are – at #1. The one who has taught me most, influenced me most and even trained me most. You guessed it – my wife, Chris. Before I dive into this one, let me reiterate that there are...
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