I had the pleasure to interview my favorite novelist, New York Times best-selling author Francine Rivers for my latest column for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution at the time of the release of Redeeming Love, the movie based on her debut novel from 1991. Don't miss the interview on my YouTube channel (Link below). Redeeming Love Portrays God's Forgiveness and Grace {The Atlanta Journal-Constitution} The music starts, and the anxious groom fixes his eyes on the angelic figure Continue Reading
Kendrick Brothers First Documentary Offers Insights on Fatherhood {The Atlanta Journal-Constitution and Video Interview}
Early in December, I had the pleasure of interviewing Alex and Stephen Kendrick about their latest movie, “Show Me the Father.” The movie is the first documentary in the brothers’ outstanding career as faith-based movie writers and producers, preceded by award-winning, acclaimed titles such as “Facing the Giants,” “Fireproof,” “Courageous,” “War Room” and “Overcomer.” The brothers’ first documentary focuses on an issue that affects every human being: the importance of a father’s role and its Continue Reading
LINKUP: Past Failures Should Not Define the New Year {The Atlanta Journal-Constitution}
The 11th chapter of the book of Hebrews in the New Testament lists the names of men and women of faith who trusted God through trials and impossible situations. The list includes the Jewish patriarchs Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. It also mentions leaders whose lives greatly impacted the story of God’s people, including Joseph, Moses, Gideon, Joshua, King David and the prophets. But amid characters who undeniably deserve to receive the “Hall of Faith” trophy, some names often make Continue Reading
Take Inventory of Your Testimony This Year-End {The Atlanta Journal-Constitution}
“Let your light shine before men in such a way that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven.” Jesus Christ’s words in the Sermon of the Mount, Gospel of Matthew. I spent my childhood summer vacations at my grandparents’ farm, located in a small fishermen’s village in South Brazil. The farm is by a breathtaking saltwater lake. One of the most beautiful sceneries that I recall from those days was the sight of the lake at night. As you drove by on the interstate Continue Reading
Perfectionism Leads to Frustration and Stress {The Atlanta Journal-Constitution}
“The pursuit of excellence is gratifying and healthy. The pursuit of perfection is frustrating, neurotic, and a terrible waste of time.” — Edwin Bliss John Quincy Adams is perhaps one of America’s most impressive leaders. No elected official held more prominent offices than Adams in U.S. history. He lived in constant pursuit of excellence, serving with distinction as the country’s president, senator, congressman, and minister to major European powers. He also served in the American Continue Reading
Pull Up a Thanksgiving Chair {The Atlanta Journal-Constitution}
Years ago, when our children were still small, I used to put a large glass jar on the kitchen counter at the beginning of November. Beside the jar, I would put a basket filled with strips of paper and a pen. Our thanksgiving exercise consisted of writing one thing we were grateful for every day and placing it in the jar. On Thanksgiving Day, as we made the one-hour drive from our home to Nana’s house, I would read the entries, and we would pray together, thanking God for his many Continue Reading
