When my son Kevin preaches, people take notes – including me. I’ve learned so much from him! It’s funny: ten or so years ago, when a staff position opened at our church and Kevin asked if I thought it was a good idea for him to apply, I said, “No.” I told him that it would be hard coming back – a prophet in his hometown. Also, I said, “I’ve taught you everything I know. If you worked with someone else, you would learn things I can’t teach you.”

But he did apply – and I am so glad he did! What a blessing he has been to our church family and to Karen and me. May he also be a blessing to you as he shares truth from Philippians 2:1-11.