Why should you listen to me? I have a BS degree in electrical engineering and worked for Lockheed Martin for 24 years and received technical and leadership achievement awards. I was married for 44 years. I have served as a pastor in central Phoenix for 28 years helping all kinds of people face suffering, loss, doubt, broken relationships, guilt, anxiety, fear and the deepest questions of life.

One of my favorite passages in the Bible is Luke’s account of Jesus being surrounded by sinners: “Now the tax collectors and sinners were all drawing near to hear him.” I’m one of those sinners who drew near to listen. He was gracious to me! My goal is for you too to draw near to Him and listen — and experience His grace. I’m asking for the opportunity to try to persuade you to listen to Him. Will you give me such an opportunity? I hope you will join me on this journey in thinking. I’d be delighted to hear from you.