Be The Fruit

Dusting off the Blog

It has been awhile since I have posted anything here, and I think it is about time to get back to doing some writing. I say get back to writing, but what I really mean is get back to writing on this blog. My blog writing slowed in the spring when I had [...]

Do you want to reach youth? Play Tag!

The other night I was sitting on the porch of coffee shop just after my daughter and several other kids finished a student Bible study inside. I think all of the kids were in the middle school range (6 -8th grade +/-). When the study was finished, the kids went out to the parking lot [...]

Book Review: Pre-engagement: 5 Questions to ask Yourselves

Summary
The main purpose of Pre-Engagement: 5 Questions to Ask Yourselves is to make singles answer the difficult questions regarding their prospective mates prior to engagement. The key principle is that answering these tough questions before making any commitment can save a lot of pain that may occur if they are answered later (2). This short [...]

Piper on the Prosperity Gospel

John Piper tells the truth about the prosperity gospel and what our true trust in God looks like.  This is strong.  Thanks for posting this Mitch.

“Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, [...]

Happy Birthday Allison!

My oldest daughter, Allison, is eleven today.  Check out her album cover below.

Well it really isn’t an album cover, but I think it could be one.  Miley Cyrus better watch out!
Allison, I have been truly blessed to have you in my life.  I love you.  Happy Birthday!