Prayer Works
I was walking one morning in the small mountain town where I grew up. I had just rounded the corner of a street in front of two houses. The homes stood across the street from each other, and I paused a moment to look at each house because my grandmothers had lived in them. Both […]
NHCLC Brings Critical Relief to Families Devastated by Southern California Fires
The National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference (NHCLC), led by Reverend Samuel Rodriguez, is partnering with the Trauma Healing Institute, American Bible Society and Convoy of Hope to bring much-needed critical relief to area families devastated by the southern California fires. The deadly Los Angeles-area fires continue to consume the region with more than 12,400 homes […]
Release Your Gifts
Aristotle was born in New York City to parents who had moved to the United States from Greece. His mother was an artist, and his father owned a restaurant. Aristotle spoke only Greek until he entered elementary school where he learned English. He and his brother, Gus, shined shoes and delivered newspapers to help the […]
Keep Moving Forward
Phil Simms was born on his grandfather’s farm in Springfield, Kentucky. He attended a small elementary school where he developed an early interest in sports. After his family moved to Louisville, he attended a Catholic high school and played football. Phil wanted to stay home for college and chose Morehead State University in eastern Kentucky. […]
Taylor University Announces Cultural Diversity Scholarships for 2025
Taylor University is offering an exciting opportunity for American ethnic students and individuals actively engaged in multi-ethnic communities through its Cultural Diversity Scholarships. These scholarships, ranging from $1,000 to full tuition, are aimed at students who have been accepted into Taylor University and have demonstrated leadership in spiritual, academic, and community settings. Eligible applicants will […]
The Extra Mile
A lot of years ago, when I was the special preaching assistant to Dr. Charles Stanley at the First Baptist Church in Atlanta, my wife Amy and I felt called to organize an additional ministry that would help me travel to other churches to speak. We had little money but soon realized that we needed […]
NRB Launches Capital Campaign to Establish Permanent Headquarters in Washington
The National Religious Broadcasters (NRB) recently announced the launch of a Capital Campaign to acquire permanent headquarters in Washington, D.C. The campaign—titled “The Voice of Christian Broadcasting in the Nation’s Capital”—aims to establish a permanent presence in Washington, D.C., for NRB, the leading organization representing Christian communicators across the country. As NRB president & CEO Troy A. […]
Strengthening Marriages: A Spiritual Impact Retreat for Pastors and Their Wives
From November 21 to 23, in the Southeast region, in Tampa, Florida, Pastor Paco García, Global Director of #EQUIP, and Pastor Luis Suárez, Academic Director, along with their wives, led the Strengthening Marriages retreat. This event was organized in collaboration with Pastor Ramón Nina, our regional coordinator for #Equip in the Southeast. This event brought […]
See the Heart
While doing research for one of my books I interviewed a business leader who was closely connected to my friend and mentor, Dexter Yager. Some of you have probably read this story but it is so powerful I felt led to reintroduce it here. Dexter, who built what is still the largest Amway business in […]
Rev. Samuel Rodríguez Recognized in the Special Edition of “101 Most Influential Latinos of 2024” by Latino Leaders Magazine
Rev. Samuel Rodríguez, a prominent Christian leader and advocate for the Hispanic community in the United States, has been recognized by Latino Leaders Magazine in its special edition of the “101 Most Influential Latinos of 2024.” This recognition highlights his leadership and commitment as a true example of what it means to be Latino, emphasizing […]