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Personal I grew up in Miami Florida where I apprenticed (evenings and weekends) creative design, color, and photography while making a living in the lithography trade, all while attending Florida Bible College. It was an intense learning time in my life that prepared me to produce good work in high-pressure/deadline situations.
I enjoy expressing my beliefs and sharing my understanding of Scripture through both teaching and the medium of writing. I've now written dozens of books and authored hundreds of articles on practical Christian living and theology proper. I continue to teach and speak publicly about both of my passions.
Writing and Teaching
Personal Testimony I accepted the Lord at the age of eight. I asked my father after church why our pastor tried to drown people after church. He sat on my bed and explained what baptism was about en route to making the gospel clear to my young mind. My father remains the best human example of Christ that I’ve ever known. He proved to me that success in life is being found in Christ. He made me want to know Jesus.
Five years at Florida Bible College plus several semesters at Christ Theological Seminary. Vice President Televangelism International. Three years with Walk Thru the Bible Ministries (Atlanta). Three years with Uniquely You Ministry (Blue Ridge). Several years consulting with several other ministries: InTouch (Atlanta), Wycliffe-SIL-JAARS (Dallas), Focus on the Family (Colorado Springs). Served as Deacon, Bible study leader, and adult Sunday School teacher at several Independent and Southern Baptist churches. Conducted personal Bible studies at my home for decades. Habitual investigative Bible student, author of nine books, seven booklets, and four videos on advanced biblical studies. Currently Men’s Ministry leader and adult Sunday School teacher.
Ministry I've been involved with Christian ministries of all sizes since I left Bible college. I have served both on staff and as a Bible teacher in these ministries. In truth, I've studied and taught the Bible for over fifty years and I can honestly say that enjoy studying now more than ever. We live in a very exciting time in history and we are witnessing the fulfillment of prophecies made thousands of years ago. I have now published more than a dozen books, many of which are listed on this site. While my career in photography and digital imaging has paid the bills, my interest in and knowledge of the Bible is now firmly in the drivers' seat. I love both. I serve my local church both as a Deacon and Adult Bible Study teacher.
Convictions I belong to Jesus Christ. I was bought and paid for over 65 years ago and I am owned, lock, stock, and barrel. I am more passionate about my personal faith than I am about photography, design, and graphics. That says it all. I find that this intertwined array of interests blend well in my everyday life. My faith provides a strong spiritual compass that guards my mind, guides my behavior and keeps me focused on delivering honorable work to the best level of my ability. It also gives me opportunity to assist ministries and non-profits with their graphics and photographic needs. Positionally: Evangelical, Fundamental, Dispensational, Premillennial, Free Grace Theology.
Ministry Involvement