First, I would like to introduce to you the "GAME BREAKER". Perhaps you know of one that comes to mind or you may have been one in your younger years on the playground of your youth. Regardless, if it was Michael Jordan jumping over Craig Ehlo and the rest of the Cleveland Cavaliers and hitting [...]
My hero, mentor & friend -Evangelist Tim Lee shared a story that I heard over 15 years ago and it is as applicable today as it was then. In May 2009, I had the pleasure to preach chapel at Southern Maryland Christian Academy in White Plains, MD. For every year (since [...]
My friend and fellow evangelist, Scott Smith from TN shared with me this story below that really ministered to me. My prayer is that it will bless you. Overseas, a well known musician dazzled an audience for over an hour in the palm of his hand as he performed near perfection. When he [...]
The above picture has been heralded by the National Archives as the most requested photo annually for purchase (even more than the Bill of Rights or the Constitution). It was taken on December 21, 1970, in the Oval Office when Elvis Presley at the zenith of his career corresponded with the Commander-in-Chief, Richard M. Nixon [...]
In the past two years, I have been blessed to be a guest on the three largest Christian studios in the world. The three shows combined reach a daily audience of over 1 Billion people. God truly uses the "foolish to confound the wise" and I am living proof. It is also ironic that [...]
My parents taught me "old school." Years ago, I was told if someone is smarter, stronger and has achieved some success in their field the proper thing to do was reach out to them, befriend them, invite them to lunch, pay for their meal and humbly ask: "How did you do it?" From there, [...]
Who says "You can't go back home." Today, was a real treat for me in my journey with Jesus. It was 30 years ago this month, July 1979 at Brandywine Bible Church that at age seven, I accepted Christ as my Lord & Savior. It was during our Vacation Bible School and I [...]
This Fourth of July Weekend was extra special. My mother's birthday was Saturday, July 4th and my parents, Frank & Sharon Shelton celebrated their 40th Wedding Anniversary today on July 5, 2009. My late grandmother, Eleanor told my mother that she couldn't marry until her 18th birthday. Well, they honored that command and married [...]
Since the passing of Michael Jackson last week countless stories have broke and been broadcasted around the Globe. Some true, others speculation, most exaggeration but God only knows what is fact and reality. One story that has surfaced is that Grammy Winner Andrae Crouch met Michael weeks before his death in his rented [...]
Today is Tuesday, and I just flew home last night from Louisville, Kentucky. From Friday to Monday, June 21, it was my pleasure to attend the annual COSBE - Conference of Southern Baptist Evangelists at the Southern Baptist Convention. What a joy it was to reunite with God's great men and women who [...]
This is a risk to write this. However, I believe nothing is wrong for doing the right thing. Therefore, if you would allow me I would like to brag on my father, Franklin Shelton, Sr one more time. Dad despises when I draw attention to him. Then again, "heroes" never like [...]
In my last post I shared with you about our recent experience while visiting the Lone Star State. It was our honor to visit the brand new $1.1 BILLION dollar baby of Cowboys owner - Jerry Jones. The three themes that kept ringing in my head like a bell from Baltimore were: "Succcess, [...]
It is always fun to visit Dallas, TX. We just got home at midnight (last night) and I am feeling this morning like a muffler - EXHAUSTED. It was a wonderful trip and it was great reuniting with family and friends. Ruth's brothers and sisters live in Irving (just outside of the old [...]
This Thursday, June 4, 2009 (Ruth and I, are taking baby Andrew Lincoln) on his first flight and we are heading to Dallas, Texas to visit her family and friends. Please keep us in prayer while visiting the Lone Star State. In 2007, I had the pleasure to host Celebrate Jesus! Texas Crusade [...]
It has been said: "You can choose your sin but not your CONSEQUENCES." How true. When I was seven years old I slipped up, mouthed off and was grabbed by my collar and ushered into our bathroom. My loving Mother took a bar of soap, opened up my mouth and was instructed to stick [...]
Tonight, I have the privilege to address nearly 1,000 adults and teens at the baccalaureate of Grace Brethren Christian School in Clinton, MD. These are always exciting times and a rite of passage for many graduating from the formative years to "for real." My four month old son, Andrew Lincoln has taught me some [...]
On the beach, a retired senior citizen every day in the summer can be found collecting stranded starfish along the shoreline. For years, his routine consists of picking up the starfish and tossing them back into the sea. Day after day, month after month, year after year. A teenager on vacation with his [...]
"American Idol" continues to dominate the television airwaves. Multiplied millions each week tune in and text away their vote for their favorite future star. Folks all across America are glued to the tube to witness the contestants shine and fall (like many shooting stars) and eventually one by one get eliminated. For most of the [...]
This Sunday, May 10, we celebrate all across America "Mother's Day." Since childhood, my mother has been the giant behind the scenes and the glue that helped hold us together as a family. Not only hold us but helped mold me into the image of Jesus Christ. Many over the years have heard me [...]
One of my favorite television shows is "Extreme Makeover." My favorite part is not that the family goes on a much needed vacation but rather the outpouring love displayed from their community. The best part of every show is when the family returns and the crowd screams in unison: "MOVE THAT BUS!" It never fails. [...]
Welcome to my Official blog where we will strive to Promote JESUS & others! Friends, I have a passion for the Lord, Leadership, Life and Love. They say every preacher or author has a common theme that dominates their messages. Â Without question, mine always includes "perseverance." This helps us "fight the good fight of [...]
