Passing the Torch!
I was listening to a message the other day and the preacher said a statement that I’ve heard many times before but this time it …
Love = Keeping God’s Commands
I have been diving deep into the nature of the believer lately and understanding the righteousness of Christ in us. For many familiar with the …
Who Are You?
This past Sunday I preached a very practical message on practical Christian living called, “Your Identity in Christ.” The simple truth was, “when you are …
"In This World, But Not Of It" — How Should Christians Get Along With Non-Christians?
If anyone claims to believe the Bible and follow Christ, I don’t believe there is any way around the requirement to pursue holiness. The Bible …
How Much Are The Nations Worth?
As I am preparing for my fourth annual trip to Southeast Asia, I am faced once again with the simple question, “How much are the …
The Truth About Difficult Church People!
Funny, but true, over the last 10 days every one of the five pastors I spoke with all shared a concern about a difficult person …
Praying Five Minutes a Day for Five People!
As a disciple of Christ I love to pray for all kinds of things, however, the hardest and most rewarding time of prayer is taking …
Top Twelve Excuses Why Christians Don’t Go to Church!
After a full house and a well attended day at church this Sunday, I thought I would make a list of the main excuses I …
Discipleship is a Command, Not an Option!
I would like to share some important things about the command of discipleship and why it is the only real option for you and your …
Top 14 Reasons Why People Love/Hate Metro Praise
Top 14 Reasons People Hate Metro Praise: 14. A radical, contagious, uncompromising love for God and people. All disciples are expected to Love God defined …
Just Turned 16yrs Old in the Lord- Three Lessons I have Learned!"
November 5th, 2011 marked my 16th spiritual anniversary in the Lord. I will never forget what it felt like the day I first met Jesus …
Why Elders and Deacons are So Important
I would like to share why Metro Praise International believes it is so important to have a strong church built on the two main church …
Steve Jobs Resigns and What We Can Learn from Him
Wow, hard to believe such an icon as Steve Jobs would have to resign because he is sick. I am definitly an Apple fan. You …
"Chicago for Jesus!"
If you haven’t heard, we at Metro Praise have started a website to join together soul winners in the city to help better our efforts …
Thoughts About the Debate with Nadir Ahmed (Muslim)
I debated Nadir Ahmed last Sunday, Aug. 21st 2011, on the subject, “Who is Jesus?” I will not go in depth to the debate and …
Six Types of "Christians" to Avoid
Many people think we as Christians should never say to someone, “You should not come to church.” However, Paul in 1 Corinthians 5 actually teaches …
Three Marks of a Prideful Church/Group of Disciples
I have been motivated lately by my own personal tests in ministry to sincerely read the Scriptures and let them speak to me. Thus, in …
12 Signs That You Are Running From God
I have been wanting to write something along these lines for awhile, but just have not had the chance lately. I know some in my …
What The Stocks Falling Can Teach Us
“Not again!” I could not believe what I saw for the second day in a row, the plummeting of our cherished economy. I am not …
Five Things I Once Was…
Today, as I was enjoying some good Chicago pizza with an ole’ friend downtown- some things jumped into my mind. During our talk I was …
The Cost of Discipleship
I just got back from our Southeast Asian Mission Trip. We were in northern and southern India and in Nepal. Plus, we had our leader …
"Five Things Leadership Books/Blogs Wont Do For You!"
I have spent the last four years earning a Master’s Degree in Religious Studies from Liberty “Cemetery,” excuse me… I mean, “Seminary.” During this time …
Once Was Young… but Now I’m Older!
As I was getting ready this morning for a weekend of reaching youth with the Gospel and the call of full time ministry I was …
"Cross-Cultural Church Planting"
INTRODUCTION: Planting the Church of Jesus Christ Jesus said in Matthew 16:18, “I will build my church and the gates of hell will not prevail.” …
Book Review of "Cross-Cultural Servanthood"
Overview: True Servanthood is a Must for All Ministers “Cross-Cultural Servanthood,” by Duane Elmer is a powerful life changing book that is a must read …