Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
An Okie, from Tulsa, not Muskogee. Changed my major in college three times so I have a well rounded understanding of philosophy, religion, science, and business. As an authority on the Apostle Paul, I have made three expeditions following the footsteps of Paul, by land and by sea – along the old Roman highways and by ship throughout the northern Mediterranean, including the course of Paul’s final shipwreck. I’ve held Bible studies on location in Israel, Philippi, Thessaloniki, Corinth, Athens, and Egypt; as well as traveling the route of the Exodus across the Red Sea, through the Sinai Peninsula, and up to Mt. Nebo in Jordan. My wife Gwen and I enjoy studying biblical archaeology, and have visited sites in eight different countries, traversing Israel extensively from the Finger of Galilee to the Wilderness of Zin.
I began my professional career as a CPA because of my knack for organizing information. Many Christian theologians and prophecy scholars have backgrounds in law, accounting, and business. For Christians who believe that the Bible is God-breathed, the ability to gather information and draw correlations is crucial for rightly dividing the Word of God.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is titled “Why Most Christians Believe in a Post-Tribulation Rapture.” I realize that this issue has been beaten into the ground over the past fifty years. But because the birth pangs of the end-times are accelerating, the issue has moved out of the realm of idealistic debate and become a matter of life and death. I have been speaking on radio and blogging on this subject for the last five years, and I simply don’t know of anyone who has covered this subject as I have. It covers the Greek texts, Church History, logic, logic, logic, and passion.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Inspiration and organization are the keys to every author’s success. I wake up with a brainstorm nearly every day. It takes about half the day to catch up with these new inspirations. I usually get worn out from wrestling ideas around the middle of the day. But then – evening comes, and I just can’t stop if things are flowing. Around 11:00 I usually try to shut things down and get to bed and ready for the next morning’s brainstorm.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I am happy (blessed) to say that the Bible has had the greatest impact on my life. I love to read Andrew Murray and the work of other missionaries. But I also appreciate men of logic, like Mark Twain and Will Rogers.
What are you working on now?
Gwen and I are doing research on a novel. We’ve been researching for three years now and she is making good progress. I am still in the process of gathering information. It’s turning out well – and fun – so far.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Radio interviews have been my most successful platform for promoting my insights, and my books.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Keep re-reading your work. It’s amazing how simple writing can be when it begins to flow. It’s amazing how bad it can be when you’re just trying to hash out some thoughts.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Fear God and obey His commands.
What are you reading now?
Memoir and Remains of R.M. M’Cheyne by Andrew Bonar
What’s next for you as a writer?
No telling, but must finish the novel.
If you were going to be stranded on a desert island and allowed to take 3 or 4 books with you what books would you bring?
Bible, Calvin’s Commentary on the Psalms, Treasure Island
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