The Real Secret of Magic
“How’d you do it?” That’s the one question we magicians aren’t ever supposed to answer. Well, I thought I’d make an exception and tell you how magic is really done. Yes, really. For starters, the hand...
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It's a Demon!
One question I am asked fairly often is whether some of the magicians on TV use demonic power to accomplish their feats–particularly levitation. People also ask me whether demons enable psychics to...
Christians and the Occult and Paranormal
Ever since we had a discussion about psychics on my page on Facebook, I’ve wanted to write a series of blog entries on this topic. It’s been a while, but I finally have some time to get started, so...
Why I Won't go to the Doctor
Every time I go to a doctor, he starts telling me things I need to change. I’m too fat, my blood pressure’s too high, and so on. Who is he to say what’s wrong with me!? Besides, isn’t it hypocritical...
Taking Care of Our Own
Over the past few months, there has been a post making its way around Facebook decrying how much money we invest in other countries when we have so much need here at home. These posts always seem to...
The Great Paul vs. James Smackdown
This isn’t the kind of thing I usually post here on this blog, but for lack of a better place to share it, here goes… Tonight I led a Bible study on the last half of James 2, where he talks about the...
The Little Things Matter
There are several places throughout the New Testament that use the metaphor, “A little yeast works through the whole batch of dough.” It refers to something small growing to make a huge impact....
Upward Sports™ Award Night Quick Tip: Response Cards
Time for another Upward Sports™ Award Night quick tip. I highly recommend using response cards. Here’s the procedure I recommend: Pass out cards to the adults as they arrive, and instruct them to go...
Upward Sports™ Award Night Quick Tip: Face the Music
This is the third in my ongoing series of quick tips for your Upward Sports™ Award Ceremony. Today’s tip, use music. Music is a powerful tool to set the mood and hold attention. Use music to build...
Upward Sports™ Award Night Quick Tip: Remember the Purpose
Unlike my last “quick tip,” this one will actually be quick: Remember the purpose of the event. The Upward Sports™ Award Night Celebration can be an incredibly crazy and stressful time for the...