In 1993, while performing tableside magic at Florida’s legendary Chalet Suzanne, I met a kind man with a mysterious ring. It turned out to be a World Series ring—and he turned out to be Hall of Fame catcher Gary Carter. What followed was a moment of unexpected wonder, laughter, and generosity that reminded me: sometimes the best magic isn’t on stage, but in the simple grace of a shared human moment.
Good Morning, Praying Friend! September is just wrapping up—it seems to have flown by! Here in sunny, humid Florida, there’s a very slight change in the morning air—almost as if you can sense fall trying to push the heat out of the way! It was 72 degrees when I left my home yesterday morning. So,…
Dear Praying Friend— August is now almost over and three weeks ago my son and I returned from a 47 day, 3500+-mile trip. Whew! Lots of driving! And five different flights —in six different states. Joy was spread. Wonder shared. His truth proclaimed. We saw many hearts come to know Christ. And many recommitments, too!…
Hello, Praying Friend! I hope this note finds you amid an attitude of gratitude! Here in Central Florida, the cool mornings slowly transition to hot and humid. This morning, when asking “Alexa” about the humidity, she responded, “92%.” That was confirmed when opening the sliding glass door to let the dogs out; a wave of…
Hello, Praying Friend! I hope this Eastertide (the four weeks following the resurrection, continuing the celebration!) finds you amid encouragement and even more—Hope! We can all use a reminder about Hope. Here are three ways the Bible reminds us to hold Hope in our Hearts; 1. Through faith in God: The Bible teaches that having…
I’ve started many mornings during the last fifteen years with this prayer. Originally attributed to St. Patrick (yes, that St. Patrick) in the year 433 A.D. Although some scholars believe it was written later, by whom, exactly is still unknown. In either case, it is centuries old and a strong prayer of protection and comfort….