Bishop Robert 
You can’t catch fish in the desert. My maternal grandparents lived near the seashore. I recall making the hour and a half drive from our house to theirs with regularity as a child. When visiting their home, we’d often go to the beach. If you’re looking for fish, the beach is a good place to … Read more
There are times when “Thank You” just doesn’t seem like quite enough to say. Every language in the world has a simple word or phrase to express the feeling of gratefulness for an act of kindness. In English we say “Thank You.” In French, it is “Merci.” In Hebrew, “Toda.” Usually only one or two … Read more
In the US last year there were over 38,000 cases of arson. According to the FBI, incidents of this crime increased by close to 20% over the previous year. For those of you who, like me, are terrible at math — that’s about 6,000 MORE cases this year than last year. Profilers have identified certain … Read more
I hope you’ll forgive today’s devotional. Or, at the very least, that it will bring a smile to your face as you realize how crazy this Bishop is! I love a good fight. My life verse relates to pressing on and taking hold. Today’s verse puts some additional context around it. The Apostle Paul is … Read more
Purpose is a significant consideration, intent drives meaning. When you understand WHY someone has done something, it helps you to put it in the proper context. It allows you to try and see something from the standpoint of the author or creator. Knowing Jesus’ intent when He chose to teach the people in parables helps … Read more
Depth of love is measured in action, not words. It is not the ones who SAY they love Jesus who actually love Him. If ALL they do is talk about their love, their love isn’t much to talk about. True love is DEMONSTRATED, day after day and situation after situation. True love is walked out … Read more
“I have good news! Guess who died?” That’s not a phrase you hear often. And, when you do hear it, it is typically followed by the name of some utterly-evil, dastardly person. You hear the name and a smile comes to your face. Or, if you don’t recognize the name, the smile comes once you … Read more
Today’s devotional is about fighting naked. The lesson can be delivered in one word – DON’T. There! How’s THAT for a quick lesson. ? (For those who want more, read on.) On any given day, there are a number of fighting matches being fought in boxing rings, MMA cages, karate and judo dojos or training … Read more
TORNADO Our Communion’s Investiture and Ordination service last Friday night was almost ruined by a tornado. And by the front wheel of a car flying off and causing an accident. AND by a flooded house. AND THAT’S NOT ALL !!!! No, that’s not the beginning line of a joke, that is actual truth. Let me … Read more
NOT THAT; THIS !! Johnny Lee is an American country music singer. (I can’t believe that I’m writing a devotional that opens with country music!!! I’ve got a spiritual son who’s a heavy metal AND blues musician; he’s going to disown me.) Let me share the first verse with you: I was lookin’ for love in all the wrong places Lookin’ … Read more