So thankful to be here and bring you this episode :) Psalm 47:1 -- Come everyone! Clap your hands! Shout to God with joyful praise! SelahProject.com is on its way back ... presently it connects with the Selah Project Show Instagram. Check it out if you are able. Follow us too! Email: SelahProjectShow AT gmail dot com Jesus said, stop doubting and b…

After finishing the study on getting closer to God, I would have thought that I would have felt stronger, closer ... yet seems my questions and confidence was weakened! And I am referring to the relationship of my beliefs and the day-to-day living of life. Instead, I found and find myself with questions and doubts that cause way more problems for m…

It's been three months since I posted the final day of the 7 Day Challenge of Getting to Know God ... Better! It wasn't planned that way but I think it has turned out the best, as what I share today is a better update/review of my feedback than what would have been shared had I recorded this episode the week after Day 7. Share your thoughts or resu…

When I had my son Greg put the outline for this study together, he sent me what he had done in Google docs. Everything was there, except Day 7. I'm no sure why Day 7 wasn't there. Maybe it was that his outline was complete with six days. (I will have to ask him.) So as I put the challenge together, I came to this day with wondering how to conclude.…

When we have feelings of failure, not being good enough, and disappointment, it's hard to believe we are a friend of God. But we can be who He would have us be ... He is able. On Day 6, think about Philippians 2:13 -- Philippians 2:13 -- consider these versions: 13 For it is [not your strength, but it is] God who is effectively at work in you, both…

Day 5 of The 7 Day Challenge to Getting to Know God ... Better. Becoming a friend of God! It starts with understanding He calls us his friends. Exodus 33:11 The LORD would speak to Moses face to face, as one speaks to a friend. What an incredible experience that Moses had while he lived here on earth. God would come and speak to Moses face to face,…

Day 4 Think about this: Acts 13:22 22 After removing Saul, he made David their king. God testified concerning him: ‘I have found David son of Jesse, a man after my own heart; he will do everything I want him to do.' Psalm 119:34 - David wrote, Give me understanding, so that I may keep your law and obey it with all my heart. Listen to today's though…

Day 3 -- My favorite day of the seven because what I found Paul had written to be THE reason of truth that getting to know God better is in fact our purpose! In Philippians 3:10, Paul wrote: For my determined purpose is THAT I MAY KNOW HIM [that I may progressively become more deeply and intimately acquainted with Him, perceiving and recognizing an…

At the end of Jesus' ministry, he asks/prays to his Father a revealing request. John 17:24 24 Father, I desire that they also, whom you have given Me, be with Me where I am, so that they may see My glory which You have given Me, for You loved me before the foundation of the world. He asked that we be with Him and see/understand and enjoy the glory …

A change of plans! From email to audio. It occurred to me as I was struggling to put the email program together that why not just put the 7 Day Challenge on the podcast --- especially since way more of this audience is connected here, not via email. Here is Day 1 - VIP Access thanks to Jesus Think about this: What is one area you’ve thought as a di…

The 7 Day Challenge to Knowing God ... Better begins May 1st. Each day via email we will share an encouraging word with you - all for the purpose of getting closer to God. As simple as that sounds, I've come to feel it isn't. I think it is possibly the real reason so many are leaving or will leave (give up) the faith in Jesus and seek meaning or pu…

Hello friends of the Selah Project ... and if you are listening, consider yourself included as our friend. Believers, faithful, weak, strong, confused, unfaithful or non-believer. You are welcome here. Announcing the 7 Day Challenge of Knowing God ... Better. More info to follow but we will begin the challenge May 1st. Sign up for it here: Selah Pr…

In this episode, we think about a question recently asked as to who we would invite to share dinner if we could invite anyone living or dead. But there is a twist. Listen to the podcast to hear it. An Australian food company, MasterFoods of Australia, recently asked this question to a group of couples. Their answers were pretty much reflective of m…

Jesus spent most of his time serving, teaching, and blessing those he met. And once in a while he issued warnings. In this episode, I talk about one in particular that catches my attention every time I hear it. It keeps me humble as I contemplate my path to truth. Do you believe all paths lead to the same mountain top? I clearly think there is one …

Happy New Year friends. 2016 Before you think about your resolutions regarding the things you need or want to change, think about this: Let the Spirit work and renew your life in 2016. In this episode, i share about a change I didn't see coming. Rick Warren wrote a thoughtful piece regarding change a bit over a year ago. And it's good news. The cha…

It was a really tough morning and I was re-thinking some things when God sent a message. The message was one of hope and exceedingly encouraging. The message came via Brandon. Listen in to Episode 25 as to what he said and hear for yourself how good God is.

In Acts 28 Paul and his friends landed on the island of Malta. It was a cold and raining day. Luke, (presumably the writer of this account), said the people built a fire for them and welcomed them with unusual kindness. I believe of the many words that could be used to describe Jesus by those who spent time him, kindness would be near the top of th…

Discouragement: a loss of confidence or enthusiasm. Something that you feel when you've had things happen that caused a dispiritedness. It happened to me in March. Let's think about this. Did Jesus ever feel dispirited? What did Paul say about it? It surprised me. I review some tips on what to do from a blog post by Frank Viola. We all get discoura…

In this episode I talk with Pete Christianson about the running of his first marathon … more importantly the t-shirt he wore with the message printed boldly DON'T WASTE YOUR LIFE. Listen as he shares his testimony, the results of the race, and why that shirt. (And my opinion how the sandwich was part of the path to finding a church!) Take aways: So…

It was January 7, 2014, that I published the very first episode of the Project. Join me today as I celebrate the "birth" of the Selah Project one year ago today. I'll share an email chat I had with a person close to me that led to how I decided on the name. I'll review some of the most listened to episodes and share some thoughts on the direction f…

In this, the first episode of the new year, I share various perspectives on resolutions, goals, and starting new. I found some insightful teaching on resolutions often being focused quite often on self. Paul shared teh ultimate goal to remember and that is to know Him more! Wrapping up this session are 8 ways to view this year as a new season. Than…

Do you know that Jesus used just TWO words to describe himself? It is recorded that he did so only one time. Listen in as I share this tesitmony from Charles Swindoll and two books that are challenging my spiritual being. Here is the links to the books mentioned in this episode: Frank Viola and George Barna - Pagan Christianity (not an affiliate li…

Putting the X back in Xmas and 10 things Christians should think about regarding Black Friday. Do you find writing Christmas using an X to be insultive, maybe even blasphemy? I did until just last week. And what do you think of our nation's focus on the biggest shopping day of the year? Listen in as I share two sources with you that challenged my b…

In Episode 17 I'm addressing the ferver of contempt aimed at Joel Osteen of so many when it comes to their opinion of him. It's found in believers and non-believers. In this session I am addressing this attitude from believers. I see it across the Christian community on and off-line. It includes friends, family, and church leaders. And it upsets me…

Self-righteousness is the topic in this episode. I read a powerful post by Frank Viola titled, A FAREWELL TO SELF-RIGHTEOUSNESS. It is taken from Chapter 8 of his book From Eternity to Here. Being right is sometimes being wrong. As I think about these spiritual things, I find it a struggle to communicate my thoughts sometimes. I turn to listening a…

Finally, Episode 15 of the project. Many weeks have passed and I've gone to record this episode many times only to be stopped by challenges, doubts, and even lack of motivation. I was delayed after getting a phone call that my mom was dying. This just a few weeks after moving to Kauai. What transpired was an experience that challenged many of my co…

This is Part 3 of my thoughts prompted from reading the book, Filming God by Darren Wilson. This is the first session from Kauai, Hawaii, where I am working on a new project. (Drop by the web site for a picture /view from my present "studio" :) Today I discuss the area of trust. I was challenged as the book concluded with going beyond just believin…

In this episode I talk about the encounter Darren Wilson shares in his book, Filming God and the revelation he receives regarding his AGENDA of the film project. It's a aha moment for me as I reflect on my past spiritual agendas. More: www.selahproject.com

In this session I talk about the book I recently read, FILMING GOD, by Darren Wilson. It details his path regarding the Holy Spirit from skepticism to faith. I saw myself in much of what he had to say. Are you a skeptic? Join me as we consider our paths from skepticism to faith regarding the Holy Spirit.…

In this episode of the Selah Project I share a story that happened to Carlos Whittaker. A homeless man, Danny, walked up and entered into a video they were recording for the worship song God of Second Chances. What happened next continues to touch people over four years later.

I definitely enjoyed the movie, Son of God. Despite the debate and challenges taking place about the movie on Jesus' life, its accuracy and theological liberties taken, I am in agreement with those that believe the movie got it right - Jesus was the Son of God, his message was accurately conveyed, and he is the way to salvation (heaven).…

I share a recent story of a response I received from a Twitter post about people declining to do business with others who violate thier personal religious beliefs. Was it really me or my belief that was ignorant, stupid, and retarded? No. Are we most like the 5 people we spend time with, the books we read, or the things we most listen to? Yes. It's…

The Son of God is the new movie produced by Mark Burnett and Roma Downey. It is premiering this week, February 28, 2014. I give my Top 10 reasons why I plan to see it. I like what I have read about it thus far, particularly the focus the movie has on Jesus the person. Joel Osteen was quoted as saying after seeing the movie, one has the feeling of "…

What would you do if you were 18 years old and believed God was prompting you to serve in a country thousands of miles from home and you were going alone? In this episode I talk with a 24 year old who in her short life, has experienced God's healing, revelation, and fullness of joy.

In Part 2 of my talk with Thomas Soi, project coordinator for the Hope Foundation Orphanage in Tanzania, Africa, we talk about his short visit here in the United States as well as the children of the orphanage. We hear of the many opportunites to visit and volunteer if you are thinking of a rewarding mission trip. For more information, visit their …

I was privilaged to meet and talk with Thomas Soi, Hope Foundation project coordinator, just after the first of the year and a few days before he was to return to Africa. He shares about his testilmony and the love he has for serving the children in his village through this organization, started simply by a pastor and his wife.…

I meet and talk with a former student in Kauai, Hawaii!

This is the first episode of The Selah Project Podcast! In this session I briefly talk about what it's all about. Covered is the meaning of Selah, the importance of gaining a more complete knowledge of the Truth, and the plans for future episodes.