Why on earth are you here?

Why on earth are you here? Why on earth are you here? Has anyone ever asked you that question? If you ever hear it in a harsh tone of voice, you may find yourself tempted to shrink back and away. (Been there, done that.) Have you ever asked yourself this question? If...

How Does Your Church Make Disciples?

How Does Your Church Make Disciples?   “How does your church make disciples?” It was a simple question. I had a simple answer. I described the different discipleship tools and processes we used. “But how does your church make disciples who make disciples?” I...

What’s Your #Lifeplan?

What’s Your #Lifeplan? Sitting in a pickup truck camper at Young State Park in Boyne City, Michigan, my future became clear to me. Suffering with acute bronchitis and its accompanying cough and lethargy, I spent the day in prayerful reflection. My twenty-second...

Do More of What Matters Most

Do More of What Matters Most I heard on the news last night that meteorological summer is here. Meteorological summer differs from astronomical summer by its restriction to the months of June, July, and August. Here in Texas, however, neither the meteorological nor...

Overcommit Much?

Overcommit Much? “Could you speak at our conference in May?” The opportunity was solid gold. The invitation was a high honor and a pleasant surprise. “We would like to offer you . . .” The number was almost too good to pass up. One glance at the calendar, however,...

The Power of a Name

The Power of a Name My name is David Gene Bowman. A guest preacher spoke at our church when I was about eight years old. He shook my hand and asked my name as I left the worship center that morning. When I introduced myself as “David” he said, “That’s a good Bible...