I sat in a seminar once led by sociologist/author, Tony Campolo. One of the things he said really struck me, making me think deeply about what he said: “America is not necessarily a Christian nation. But - it is a deeply spiritual nation.” - Tony Campolo, Ph.D. One proof of this is the success of … Continue reading America & the Supernatural
Sharing Our Faith
Tell Me About Your Jesus
I posted on social media recently a question to others who've professed their faith in Christ. If someone said to you, "Tell me about your Jesus," how would you respond? There were some good online dialogue. Then one friend commented, "Nick, how would you respond?" Hopefully, the "nuts & bolts" below will help bring confidence … Continue reading Tell Me About Your Jesus
This Is What’s On My Mind…
When I open my Facebook app there is a space at the top where I can post something. In that space is the question, “What’s on your mind?” My friends, on my mind is my desire to visit with skeptics and non-believers about the Christian faith. The musician who had the greatest life-impact on me … Continue reading This Is What’s On My Mind…
All He Did Was Invite Me to Church
For 30 years, I've been sharing my story with teenagers of how "a boy who grew up in a violent, alcoholic home wound up serving the Lord in full-time, vocational ministry." The story always includes the following: 1. A friend of mine invited me to go to church with him. 2. The people at his … Continue reading All He Did Was Invite Me to Church
Blood
My son, Jordan, played the drums like a man possessed.... ....possessed by the Holy Spirit. Below are two pics. The second pic is of the members of his rock band: Alexander Gates, Johnny Olvera, and Cory Morrow. They rehearsed in our basement. I swear on everything holy.....the floor vibrated underneath our feet - and Michelle … Continue reading Blood
A Letter from Hell
"...and in Hades, being in torment, he lifted up his eyes..." (Luke 16:23) A friend (actually a former youth of mine from the late 80's) sent me a link to a video clip the other day. The name of the 6-minute video: "A Letter from Hell." Having seen my fair share of cheesy videos over … Continue reading A Letter from Hell
The Blessing That Comes With Sharing Our Faith
“And God has given us the task of reconciling people to Him. For God was in Christ, reconciling the world to Himself….This is the wonderful message He has given us to tell others.” (2 Corinthians 5:18-19) “Dad, guess what!!” As a parent, when your 16 year old daughter calls and begins a phone call like … Continue reading The Blessing That Comes With Sharing Our Faith