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Forty-eight years ago in 1973, I had the privilege of meeting one of the most extraordinarily gifted, talented, energetic, passionate and authentic Christian men I’ve ever encountered. He introduced himself as Randy Swanson. He was a UCLA graduate with an energy I’d seldom experienced, an amazingly gifted trumpet player, and a Continental Singers director. Little […]

The forces of evil are aligned against God’s sons and daughters. But we are not without resource. Prayer is our most effective weapon. In this episode of ENCOURAGING WORDS, Jon sheds light on three eternal truths: the power of prayer, the reality of evil in a fallen world, and an Almighty God who is solidly […]

When our world is struggling and there’s chaos all around, it’s so very easy to lose clear perspective. In today’s episode of ENCOURAGING WORDS, Jon unpacks Psalm 46 indicating how God is totally with us, an ever-present help, and a mighty fortress!

No power on earth is stronger than the life-changing, transforming power of unconditional love. In this episode of ENCOURAGING WORDS Jon sheds light on this most precious of God’s gifts fully available to us in Jesus.

When we struggle with pain…when sorrows overwhelm and heartaches go deep…where is the hope? In this week’s episode of ENCOURAGING WORDS Jon points us to the sufficiency of God’s grace and explains how His power and strength are made perfect in our weakness.

Are you hungry for truth, guidance, wisdom and solid information during these confusing times? In today’s episode of ENCOURAGING WORDS, Jon points us to the secret of intimacy with God who always freely offers us ALL of these things and so much more!

Whatever God has promised, He is able to perform…to make it happen! We’ve just lived it and seen it in the Dominican Republic! In this special episode of Encouraging Words, take courage today from the way God works to help you see YOUR dreams, goals and passions achieved…just as He has for us…and all for […]

As the team prepares to embark on their international outreach to the Dominican Republic, we take a look at what ministry looked like last year, in the height of the pandemic.

Have you ever wondered about where you stand with God…about the status and security of your relationship with Him? Today’s ENCOURAGING WORDS features one of the most well known and beloved songs in Christendom: “Blessed Assurance,” and Jon unpacks for us how solid, secure, and assured we are in God’s love!

What are the desires of your heart? The things we desire can be very powerful and have a huge impact on our lives. In this episode of Encouraging Words, Jon sheds light on 3 desires which, if pursued, bring great blessings into your life!