Author Archives: Pastor Dave

One day when we returned home and were listening to our phone messages, there was one where the caller didn’t identify himself, but from the voice and context, we determined was from the Waddington family in North Dakota, asking whether we would … Continue reading →

Tom and Gayle Shook, who serve with Evangelical Free Church of America (EFCA) Reachglobal, were recent guest speakers at Faith Bible Church where we now attend. They began their presentation with a photo taken at their wedding in Las Vegas, underneath … Continue reading →

 Many times we Christians want to know: “What’s God’s will for my life?”  Well, a great place to start would be to obey the commands found in Paul’s letter to the believers at Thessalonica: : “And we urge you brethren, admonish the … Continue reading →

 I have an area within 15 minutes of our home that I have hiked and hunted many, many times over the past 30 years. I have explored pretty much every portion of the landscape and can quite easily find my way back … Continue reading →

  A lady came in to see Bob Newhart, psychologist, for some counseling to deal with an improper behavioral pattern in her life. As she shared her struggles, he said he had the answer for her. She took out a pad and … Continue reading →

So, where did you sit at church yesterday (assuming, of course, that you went!)?  If you are like most, you sat in the same spot you have been sitting, maybe for years! As a pastor, I could tell with one glance … Continue reading →

To me, one of the most amazing verses in the Bible is  Psalm 76:10, where Asaph wrote: “For the wrath of man shall praise Thee…”  As you look down throughout history, both in Bible times and in recent days, you … Continue reading →

 We recently returned from a trip to Oregon to see our kids and grandkids and to visit some friends.  It was dark when we arrived home and our car has no trunklight, so unloading was a bit of a pain. We … Continue reading →

 If you are like me, you are intrigued by bumper stickers. They are often a reflection of a person’s political persuasions and who he voted for in the last presidential election. Or a bumper sticker may indicate a person’s spiritual interests.  Years ago, when … Continue reading →

 “How about your heart, is it right with God? That’s the thing that counts today. People only see you, just as you are outside. Jesus really knows you, for He sees inside. So, how about your heart, is it right … Continue reading →