I have been asked time and time again why I share all that I do, the good and more so the bad. My answer is simple because I am a simple man, to give all who read what I write some clarity as to why I am who I am. I do not write what I do to please people for if I did I do not think that I would please God. I believe that I am led by the Holy Spirit to share what He lays on my heart. I talk a lot about sin and repentance because it seems as though there are few others that do these days. As a pastor, I am more concerned about a person’s soul than I am their comfort in their sin. It is not my opinion or feelings that matter, but having clarity from the word of God, my document of authority, as to what is right and what is wrong, and yet without reading the word many are confused as to what is almost right. My desire is not to condemn people, but to help all of us recognize where we are spiritually and understand what God is calling us to become. When we have a clear understanding of His Word, we are better able to examine our lives honestly and respond to Him with repentance, faith, and obedience. Many times people attempt to twist the scriptures to make them a little gray instead of leaving them black and white. God is not an author of confusion. My prayer is that through what I write that unbelievers will be led to Jesus and believers will repent and be drawn closer to Him. Ultimately to reach the lost and broken of the world and train disciples to glorify God in what they go through. Throughout my life before Christ there have been different things that I have been driven to attain, money, knowledge, relationships, pleasure, and in turn I put to the wayside the things of real importance, family, love of genuine friends, purpose, peace, and courage to face the day. So much of my life has been wasted on things with no eternal value. What has made the most impact in my life is coming to the understanding that time is a limited resource; once it is spent, it’s gone forever. We can’t ever get time back, but we can be intentional with the time that we have left. I have come to love what is written in *Psalms 118:24 This is the day the Lord has made; We will rejoice and be glad in it.* I thank God for giving me the spiritual gifts and physical ability to be able to minister to the world around me the way that He has. I read a quote that has helped my perspective in living, “Instead of trying to give your children everything you never had, try teaching them everything you never learned and should have.” Because of the support of my brothers and sisters in Christ, I am able to help the children of God to do just that. I have never been in ministry for the income, it has always been for the outcome. I realize that many people read what I write and I never hear about how they have been affected, or more importantly convicted, and that is okay. Then there are those who are blessed and find a way to bless me as well. For some, they may not have a lot to give, but one thing that I have come to value more than money is the encouragement and prayers, for those are more priceless than any amount of financial gain. Recently I have been hearing a still small voice saying, “Go where you grow and let them know.” I would like to thank all those who have encouraged me, prayed for my family and I, your involvement in my life is priceless and has helped me grow into a Man of God I hope the Lord is proud of. You are truly valued beyond measure. I want to encourage all who read what I write to take this to heart, there is a place for every person who desires to seek God, grow in faith, and use what God has given them to encourage someone else. We do not have to have everything figured out before we can begin applying God’s Word to our lives; we can start by taking one faithful step at a time. Whether that means forgiving someone, turning away from sin, encouraging a struggling brother or sister, spending more time in the Word, or simply being willing to serve, what we learn from God should become something we live out and share with others. Closing encouragement, even though my life is full of trials and tribulations beyond measure, the season I am in now is the best I have experienced because I have seen fruit from my labor. I realize that I cannot change the years I’ve already spent, but I can surrender the years I have left for the glory of God.  

My BeLoved, may the grace and peace of the Lord Jesus, the love of God the Father, and the communion of the Holy Spirit, be with you all. Amen. In Christ Love, douglas. HE>i. pastord.blog

Special Note: I want to thank those who read what I write and are encouraged to support the ministry God has entrusted to me either one time or have decided to give on a monthly basis. I am encouraged to see certain verses playing out before my eyes like what is written in *Philippians 4:16 For even in Thessalonica you sent aid once and again for my necessities. 17 Not that I seek the gift, but I seek the fruit that abounds to your account.*

To any who are interested, please feel free to reach out to me with prayer requests, questions, encouragement, or for information on how to come alongside me with financial support at pastord.blog@gmail.com or I do have a Zelle account associated with my phone number, 5202720387 last name Blaser. Thank you my Beloved for your ongoing prayers and support.