From Steve – December II

From Steve – December II

Dear Friend, The wonder of Christmas is upon us. The navigational star shines and beckons us to follow it until we arrive at the birth of our Savior. I often reflect on the story of “The Little Drummer Boy” and ponder what the night that changed history looked like...
From Steve – December II

From Steve – December I

Dear Friend, Advent is upon us – a time of reflection, anticipation, and hope. This period marks the beginning of the Christian liturgical year, serving as a reminder to prepare our hearts and minds for the celebration of Christ’s first coming. The four...
From Steve – November II

From Steve – November II

Dear Friend, As Thanksgiving nears, I’ve been reflecting on its origins. While harvest celebrations existed before, President Lincoln’s 1863 proclamation made it a national holiday during the Civil War. I find it meaningful that gratitude was emphasized...
From Steve – November I

From Steve – November I

Dear Friend, It is hard to fathom that November has already arrived. The month of November is synonymous with gratefulness and thanksgiving. Our God’s blessings and love are new and fresh every day with the rising of the sun. However, if we are honest with ourselves,...
From Steve – October II

From Steve – October II

Dear Friend, As you read this, I am currently in Israel. I thank God for the peace agreement that has been brokered, and I pray that it will bring peace and stability to the entire Middle East. I will be leading another tour of the Holy Land in February, so if you...
From Steve – October I

From Steve – October I

Dear Friend, Wonderful things are happening in October in this ministry. Our Gap Year at Lodestar students are out west exploring the beauty of God‘s creation and serving on a Navajo reservation. When they return, an African Pastors Conference will be underway at the...