History is really HIS STORY. Memorable dates have a way to be ingrained in our minds like a hot iron branding a cow. At age five on August 16, 1977, I remember hearing that Elvis Presley had died. In my house that was not only horrible news but BIG NEWS! I took off running up [...]
Thirty five years and countless critics later, Sylvester Stallone is NUMBER ONE (again) at the box office. It will be 25 years to the date on Sept 13, 2010Â that my Godmother, Judy Henderson and I (age 13) spent the weekend in Hollywood, CA in 1985 to meet my favorite action hero after winning a RAMBO [...]
Lord willing, we will be flying to Calgary, Canada this Wednesday, August 11, on a 6 AM flight. The blessing is Ruth and Andrew are traveling too and we are excited about reconnecting with family and friends while invited to preach at two churches on Sunday, August 15! Andrew Lincoln just turned a year [...]
JESUS & JAMAICA! What a combination!! The fact is, God loves the world so much that in the wise words of Max Lucado: "Jesus would rather die than live without you." It has been my privilege to be part of all three of Praisefest Ministries - "Cruise with a Cause" to the Bahamas (2006-2008). Dr [...]
Evangelist Felix Snipes graduated and went to be with the Lord on Saturday, June 12, 2010. My wife, Ruth and I were having dinner at the Conference of Southern Baptist Evangelists Hall of Faith Banquet in Orlando, FL this weekend when I got the news that my friend, Felix died. I knew that he had [...]
In less than two weeks, it is my privilege to return and preach again at SIX FLAGS AMERICA in Largo, MD (just outside of our Nation's Capital). MARK YOUR CALENDARS because on Saturday, June 19th I have the privilege to present the Gospel for their FAITH DAY. Singing is none other than multiple [...]
After nine hit seasons, "American Idol" judge Simon Cowell is leaving tomorrow night. Love him or loathe him the fact about Simon is that he was as much as the show's success as any of the upcoming "stars." He has a powerful presence and painfully spoke the truth. Some questioned at times if Mr Cowell [...]
Friends, in the next week (starting tonight) I am blessed to preach 9 times in 3 states (Mon-Fri) for a five day revival at First Baptist Church of Mount Rainier in Maryland. Please pray for souls. Saturday, I give the keynote for Grace Brethren Christian School's Graduation at 10 AM at the beautiful [...]
Evangelist Billy Graham needs no introduction. He has spoken in person to more people than any man in the history of humanity (including rock stars, poets, politicians, presidents and professional athletes). My Dad met him twice and I would love to meet him just once but thanks to Calvary if I miss Dr Graham [...]
Ten years ago this morning, God granted me grace. My daughter, Hannah Grace Shelton was born at Southern Maryland Hospital Center in Clinton, MD on April 30, 2000. My baby girl means many things to me but in a nutshell here are a few. She is a...... I.) "GIFT from ABOVE" When she was [...]
This is post TWO of my three part blog installment on "DREAMS." The last post was entitled "DARE TO DREAM". Not all dreams are bad but not all are inspired from God. The Lord placed a book that was brewing in my life for sometime and when I finally sat down to write [...]
Today, is the day that Christians world-wide remember Christ crucified on Calvary's cruel cross. So many nuggets are in Scripture, I love how the Lord used a virgin womb with Mother Mary and a virgin tomb of Joseph of Arimathea to be the bookends of history. Yes, it has been said: "History is really HIS [...]
The "sweet spot" can mean many things to many people. For some, it may be a choice spot on the beach to drop your blanket for some fun in the sun. For others, it could be the bottom portion of your iced-tea filled with sugar and it really gets good towards the end. [...]
Yes, I love basketball. No, this post has nothing to do with the NCAA. Don't get me wrong but the "FINAL FOUR" (despite in sports vernacular) one of the most exciting times for a sports enthusiast; I'm talking about something much more significant, substantial and spiritual. For starters, since the first day of this year [...]
Yes, Sandra Bullock won the ACADEMY AWARD for Best Female Actress this weekend for the inspirational movie "The Blind Side." I saw the movie three times and enjoyed thrice as nice. However, this post will not be about the Hollywood hit or modern day cinema classic. Special props go out to my collge friend and [...]
Yul Brenner played the lead in the Broadway play - "The King & I." God has been way too good to me. I wasn't sure what to title today's post but I have always said our testimony is more important than titles. The only "title" we really need is REDEEMED. Therefore, I hope to [...]
Friends, this is a brief blog to thank everyone for the birthday wishes. My 38th was Saturday, February 20, and it was a JOY to spend it at home with my family and it truly, resembled "38 SPECIAL!" Over 450 friends on FACEBOOK took the time to write on my wall or email [...]
Sometimes life doesn't go as planned. My wife, Ruth and I, were excited for six months to minister with ALL CHRSTIAN CRUISES to Nassau, Bahamas over the Valentine's Weekend for their Singles Cruise. Unfortunately, Washington DC received not one but TWO blizzards in less than a week. No, I'm not talking about DAIRY QUEEN [...]
We should agree by now that the quote we learned as kids: "Sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me" are false. Actually, sometimes we would be fortunate to have broken a bone than bruised the soul or psyche. In the final installment of "ROCKY BALBOA" we find Stallone shooting [...]
Folks stop me periodically and say: "Frank, I love Jesus, I am going to Heaven but I don't feel obligated to go to church. What do you think?" Perhaps you have had heard a similar statement too. Some suggest salvation is enough. Well, before I answer let me remind you what God says on this [...]
The Houston Athletic Dormitory has a sign that reads: "I used to complain that I had no shoes until I met the man who had no feet." Proper perspective is powerful (especially as we enter Thanksgiving). My friend, Joni Lamb (co-founder of DAYSTAR TV) told me that her interview with Nick Vujicic was her favorite [...]
Ruth and I, will be leaving this Thursday for the Dominican Republic and since baby Andrew was born in January we have yet to spend an evening away together. We are looking forward to spending a couple days away for some R & R. Without question, we will miss our little munchkin but before we [...]
Clay Crosse is an amazing man. Not just because he has TEN Number One hits over the years but because he is authentic, transparent and best of all forgiven. His hit songs include: "I Surrender All" and a host of others dominated the radio airwaves during the 1990's and early 2000. It was my pleasure [...]
One of the true joys of ministry for me is PEOPLE. When I was in politics it was not the pay, power or prestige but the PEOPLE that fueled my fire. Even more so in ministry, it is not the pay (or lack of), prestige or power but outside of Jesus - PEOPLE is [...]
Since as long as I can remember I have been a Elvis Presley fan. My parents would have me perform concerts for their friends when I was four years old. When I was age five my parents took me to see Elvis "IN CONCERT" not once but TWICE in 1977 (months before his death)! [...]
The classic quote is worth repeating: "If you see a turtle on a fence post its because he had help with someone putting him there." The same is true in life and ministry. The last 30 days I have been invited to speak in 9 states and I feel like a muffler - EXHAUSTED. [...]
God is so good. A special thanks to my friend, Evangelist Randy Hogue who has un-selfishly opened a door for me to speak this Thursday night and Friday to nearly 2,500 students in a couple public school assemblies in West Virginia. I will be speaking to two assemblies at a large public high school [...]
One of my favorite friends & singers in the world is AYIESHA WOODS. She is amazing and her smash hits "HAPPY," "BIG ENOUGH" and "LOVE LIKE THIS" have blessed me untold times. Ayiesha sang at my Celebrate Jesus! Texas Crusade in July 2007. We rented out the Arlington Convention Center (near Dallas) and I invited [...]
Praise the Lord! Thank you friends for all the prayers, well-wishes and kind comments regarding my recent appearance on NITELINE TV in Greenville, SC. It is an honor to share the Word with the world what Jesus means to me. God doesn't need me but how I need Him. If you missed the two hour [...]
My plane just landed this morning from a weekend whirl-wind trip to the Palmetto State. It is always a JOY to return to South Carolina. It was my privilege to fly to Greenville, SC on Saturday, September 12, on a US Airways jet. Ironically, only seven people (including me) were on the flight from [...]
