Yesterday I was privileged to be part of a forum on revival sponsored by Life Action Ministries. We all must surely be aware that our nation is under judgment and in need of revival. The day was filled with interviews and catching up with old friends. I had a chance to meet some great folks at the book signing.

God has been obviously present in these days. I’m headed back this morning to preach at the Midwestern Seminary Alumni luncheon, then on my way with the Sherwood Pictures team for three days of prayer.

Monday at the Pastors’ Conference has been a day I’ll not soon forget. Terri and I got up knowing that I would have to deliver the message right after lunch. Before lunch, Tom Elliff brought a word from God on forgiveness, and his 92-year-old father with him. The message was based on Tom’s book The Red Feather, which everyone should read who has struggled with forgiveness or being forgiven. The room, filled with thousands of preachers, was as still and quiet as I have ever seen in all the years I’ve been attending the convention. I had the privilege of sitting by Tom’s dad, J. T. Elliff. It was a moment ordained by God. Hundreds of men came to the altar asking for or needing forgiveness. It was a moment I’ll not soon forget. Continue reading “SBCPC (Part 4)” →

What a great beginning to the Pastors’ Conference! Great music, great preaching, and a sense of God’s presence. Continue reading “SBCPC (Part 3)” →

I’m backstage waiting for the Pastors’ Conference to begin. What a difference a year makes. This time last year I was wearing the mantle and feeling the weight. At the same time, I was thrilled to have the opportunity to see what God might do in pastors’ lives. Continue reading “SBCPC (Part 2)” →

Terri and I had a great two days driving to the convention. We talked about ministry, opportunities God has given us, and what might happen the next few days. This morning we were able to worship with our friends from First Baptist Church North Mobile. Voices of Mobile from the University of Mobile led us in worship. They have just returned from ministering for two weeks in Israel and Jordan and at Notre Dame. They did a fantastic job! Continue reading “Southern Baptist Convention Pastors’ Conference (Part 1)” →