August 16, 2022 – The Lord Provides
It was the day before payday, and the cupboard was bare. Struggling as he walked around the garden praying, a young pastor learns about God’s goodness and tender care through the provision of radishes.
June 21, 2022 – Living Large
On what basis do we live our lives, conduct business, or engage in ministry? Do we live as though we’re confined and limited by our circumstances or by others? Or do we live and work knowing that our Lord possesses all authority and all resources? When I write about “living large,” I’m not writing about a prosperity gospel. I’m writing about trusting a BIG God for BIG results.
December 7, 2021 – Giving through God’s Provision
After lunch that afternoon, Rob excused himself and told his parents he was going out to drum up some business with the neighbors. That afternoon, Rob landed three weekly lawn-mowing jobs that would more than cover his pledged $4.00 each week.
July 20, 2021 – God Is at the Wheel
He shut off the car, got out and walked around the vehicle, but not seeing anything wrong, he got back in, started it, and pulled forward very slowly. Then, he felt the right rear end of the car sag and he knew immediately that the wheel had come off!
June 15, 2021 – Two Kinds of Faith
In James 2, James introduces us to two kinds of faith. The one faith is a superficial faith. It’s the kind of faith to expect when we hear someone say, “I believe there’s a God.” The second kind of faith that James talks about is genuine faith. James first offers the example of Abraham to demonstrate the link between faith and action.
April 6, 2021 – Looking Back
Early in his career (1989) songwriter/singer Garth Brooks wrote a song called “The Dance”. In 1991 the Academy of Country Music awarded him the Song of the Year for this piece. Why was this song such a hit?
March 10, 2021 – Follow Me!
When Jesus first called His disciples, He asked them to follow Him. And just before He ascended into heaven, He challenged those same disciples to follow Him. As His disciples, we are to follow Him. Following Jesus is a way of life, and not merely a one-time decision.
February 16, 2021 – Why Is There Suffering?
I have heard it said and asked, “Indeed, life is suffering. Contradiction, misfortune, disappointment, and heartbreak surrounded us. Why must we enter the Kingdom of God through many tribulations? Why does God allow suffering?”
December 29, 2020 – “He Is Faithful Who Promised”
The world we live in and the trends we’re experiencing in our country can be quite unsettling. Mass-shootings, wars in the Middle East, blatant sinful practices now being embraced and even thrust upon us, pandemics, and a host of other things. And the media seems to thrive on broadcasting only doom and gloom, which casts a social landscape filled with potholes and insecurity.
September 29, 2020 – The Formula Trap
Living life by formula is an easy trap to fall into. When life doesn’t turn out like we expect, eventually disappointment and frustration can well up into resentment and disillusionment. What we really create with all our formulas for living is a formula for disaster!
Man Up – Al Lindner Interview Part 2 – August 1, 2020
August 1, 2020 – Listen to this week’s ManUp! Radio show with host, Jim Grassi.
Man Up – Al Lindner Interview Part 1 – July 25, 2020
July 25, 2020 – Listen to this week’s ManUp! Radio show with host, Jim Grassi.
Discipleship – July 4, 2020
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June 2, 2020 – Take a Stand
Nowadays, we face many social and peer pressures to conform and be compliant. People tell us “not to rock the boat”, but to trust political leaders and media sources that try to intimidate us. It is noteworthy when someone stands up for their faith and convictions, others gain confidence to join with us, for courage is contagious.
February 25, 2020 – Are You Distracted by Fear and Doubt?
Keeping focused can be a challenge. Whether it’s studying for an exam, taking mental notes during a key meeting, or following through on a plan of action, it’s easy to get distracted if we start looking around at other things.
Character and Faith – October 19, 2019
October 19, 2019 – Listen to this week’s ManUp! Radio show with host, Jim Grassi.
Stories of Football & Faith – Part 2 – October 12, 2019
October 12, 2019 – Listen to this week’s ManUp! Radio show with host, Jim Grassi.
Stories of Football & Faith – Part 1 – October 5, 2019
October 5, 2019 – Listen to this week’s ManUp! Radio show with host, Jim Grassi.