5 Years Ago, and 35 Years Ago

Five years ago today, Jake Stump, our first grandchild, was born. Thursday everybody comes over to celebrate this milestone. Love you, Jako! You're a delight. (And so are those other grandsons!)

Can We or Should We Talk to Loved Ones in Heaven?

I’d like to address a recent question that came up in a blog comment last week. I figure other readers might have read the question and may be interested, since I've been asked it many times over the years.

The question was, from a biblical standpoint, is it okay to talk to our loved ones who've gone on to be with Jesus?

The Eternal Impact of an 8th Grader’s Kindness

By Kathy Norquist, Randy's executive assistant

Terry Harris gave me permission to share her story about Randy and I’m doing so, without his knowledge or permission . :) I share it not just to give recognition to Randy, but as a reminder to us all that showing kindness to others can make a significant eternal difference in more than one person’s life.

Gifts in a Fallen World: an Email from Sono Harris

Several people have asked me for copies of an email from Sono Harris that I read at her memorial service. Thought I should share it with more of you. No need to have known Sono in order to appreciate her words and her quotes from Thomas Brooks and John Newton.

Happy 98th Birthday to My Second Grade Teacher

I want to wish a very special 98th birthday to my second grade teacher, Meredith Johnson, born August 8, 1913.

Jerry Hardin: My Best Friend When I Was a Kid

I was just finishing up a different blog when Carol Hardin called and reminded us that today, October 8, is the 15th anniversary of Jerry’s death.

Jerry and I were best friends in grade school and high school. I wrote about him in my book In Light of Eternity. I gave him a whole chapter.

My Friend Ron Carlson Goes Home to Jesus

Ron Carlson, our dear friend and fellow worker in the gospel of Christ, and the founder of Christian Ministries International, went home to be with our Lord last week. Our hearts go out to his wife Marge and his sons Jared and Jason.

Novelist and Christ-Follower Stephen Bly Travels Home

Stephen Bly, a true cowboy, a gentleman, and an award-winning writer of westerns, went Home to his Lord Jesus at age 66 on Thursday, June 9, after a five year battle with cancer.

Question and Answer of the Week: Relationships in Heaven?

Before I get to this week's Q & A, those in the Northwest may be interested to know I’m speaking about Heaven (being interviewed, but will pull from Scripture) at Solid Rock Church in Portland, Oregon this weekend. The Way, for those ages 18-28, is Friday, July 24 at 7:30 p.m. Also speaking at Solid Rock’s church services Sunday, July 26 at 9:00, 11:00 a.m., and 5:00, 7:00 p.m. The church is located at 10500 SW Nimbus, Bldg T, Portland, OR 97223 www.ajesuschurch.org

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Sono Sato Harris: Precious beyond Words

Last night, on Independence Day, our dear friend Sono Harris went home to be with Jesus. She is a precious and faithful sister, one of a kind, and all the more precious now as her faith has become sight.

The fireworks crackling all around us last night, even as I talked on the phone with some of the Harris family, spoke of a great event. Sono's entrance to the presence of her Savior was a truly great event for her, though hard on those left behind. Please pray for husband Gregg and children Josh, Joel, Alex, Brett, Sarah, Isaac, and James.