As a pastor’s kid, I grew up singing the “Doxology” every Sunday. In our Methodist liturgy, it was sung while the weekly collection was brought up to the altar for a blessing. My dad, Rev. Don Cooke, could out-sing everyone! You would hear his resounding praise throughout the congregation even …
God has raised up people throughout history and from all over the world to bring about His will and purpose in the hearts of people. I imagine He calls them by name. They are ordinary people, like you and me. But when they heard the call in their hearts they …
We’ve all been rocked to our core this week by the mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. Seventeen people senselessly murdered by a troubled teen is unbearable news. I pray for the families and friends of the victims, for all touched by this horrific tragedy, …
We have some pretty amazing sunsets in Arizona. Every color of the rainbow can often be seen, especially when there are clouds on the horizon. Bright oranges, yellows, pinks and purples dance across the desert blue skies. It’s breathtaking — and you just want to pause and savor the moment, …