I am in love with life and want each day to count for eternity. My life is blessed with a wonderful wife, six amazing children and very special friends that I love with all of my heart.
Before you blink at the six kids, all three of our children are married. We love our in-law children so much that we count them as our own, hence the number six. We have a ball every time we get together.
Don’t blink about my inclusion of friends either. Besides family, friends are an amazing gift from God. When we can be real with them and still have them love us anyway, what could be more fantastic? I treasure those very special lives that love me and let me love them. It is a blessing to know that friendships touch my heart and ignite a special fire that convinces me that God, Jesus and heaven are real.
Friends are one of life’s greatest blessings from the Lord. The internet makes this treasure even more amazing. Since connecting with the world through cyberspace, I have not only been able to reconnect with old friends, strengthen bonds with longtime friends but also discover new friends over the world wide web. My life is much richer because of the ever-expanding world of friendships. I thank God for every one of them.
I suppose that I am a thinker. My days start early and run relatively late. Rarely is there a moment that passes where I am not noodling over something or someone.
The outdoors is a great love. My interests are bicycling, fishing, swimming, hiking, hunting, and motorcycling. Everything revolves around the greatest love of my life, Jesus Christ.
I am privileged to have a calling in ministry where I teach God’s Word to anyone and everyone that will lend me their ear. In various venues and occasions of all kinds I love meeting the family of God and enjoying their fellowship. Honoring His name both in great times and bad is the only way to live!
Would you like to connect? Jump on to Facebook and/or Twitter and send me a friend request or initiate a follow.
Thanks for stopping by for a visit. This blog has only one purpose. I would like to know that you stopped in for a few moments and found encouragement to continue on your spiritual pilgrimage. Tell others who might need a little boost in life to stop by too. There’s always room for all and the water is cool and refreshing. There’s no place on earth I’d rather be than spending a few moments with you and pressing in a little courage into your heart.
Would you like to connect?
Eager for HIS Return!
Bruce W. (Dubya) Fong
Bruce Fong's Blog 
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September 19, 2007 at 5:16 pm
Andrew Milia
Hi Bruce:
I enjoyed reading the first two days of your blog. Thank you for sharing it.
Regards, Andy
September 19, 2007 at 7:46 pm
Greg Tull
Hi Bruce!!!
I like the new Blog and am looking forward to hearing more from my old friend. I see that you are speaking at 2007 SITG! You’ve got to give us an update when you can!
Praying for you Brother… have a great day!
Greg
September 26, 2007 at 6:55 pm
Bali
Hi Dr Fong,
What a brilliant way to bring refreshment to so many. May God continue to give you life-changing insights into His Word and the unique ability to connect those truths to everyday life.
Grace,
Bali
October 13, 2007 at 6:57 pm
BOB
Dear Dr. Fong. Thank you for coming to I.S.I. in K.C. MO. today. I got to hear you and I was greatly moved. I needed to hear what you had to say. I especially could relate to a stressed person. After hearing you tell us about some of the reasons why we are stressed I could not help but ask the Lord to forgive me. I have not had a close relationship with God and that is the beginning of lots of lesser problems. I have not been the spiritual leader I should have been to my wife and my children. I think because of that my wife has no respect for me and my children think I am a joke. I am stressed so bad my doctor has been telling me for a long time that I have to get rid of my stress. Most of it comes from my marriage. The rest from my business and I think a lot of it comes from the fact that I know I am not walking with the Lord as I should. All I could do was cry out to God for help. Some how I need to repent and start a new life with Him and my wife and family. I am so glad you came and I was able to hear you. Keep up the good work. Bob
October 15, 2007 at 12:19 pm
brucefong
May God bless you, Bob. All of our struggles are in the palm of His hand. May His grace be completely sufficient for you. Get connected with Godly men in your church. They will walk with you through these waters.
November 30, 2007 at 2:44 pm
Scott Griffin
Bruce
I thought I had visited your blog site before, but I guess I was just reading articles that you had sent me links to. Now that I’ve actually seen “the real thing”, I’m amazed at how full and rich it is. Great job! It’s going to take some time to catch up on the stories that I’m behind on. I’ll get right on it . . .
Scott
December 1, 2007 at 11:36 am
brucefong
Thanks, Scott! I appreciate you stopping by. My prayer is that each time you drop in that you will be encouraged. God bless you!
EFHR, Bruce W.
April 24, 2008 at 3:41 pm
Nicole
I just read “John Woke Up.” That’s pretty amazing…I didn’t know that anyone could walk around while in an induced coma. How blessed we are to have such advanced medicine these days! I’m glad John is returning to health. I’m sure you and his other family and friends will never forget those two weeks, even though he can’t remember them.
Blessings,
Nicole
May 20, 2008 at 12:48 am
Joanne DeBondt
Well, hello Bruce (or should I say DR. FONG)
This is a voice from the past. A friend sent me the link to your blog. I’m not very computer literate, I know mainly the basics. I had to respond to your blog. I’m sure you remember Jon and Joanne DeBondt.
I, Joanne, work at Fairway Drug in Lynden, Washington, and have for the last 19 years. Your articles on watch repair struck a chord with me, as I replace batteries and bands on a regular basis as a free service to our customers that purchase them from us. Word spreads rapidly when people find out there is a free service available :o) .
I haven’t checked all your links out yet, I just received an email from a friend, Sandy Hallberg, that had a link to your blog. I couldn’t believe it so I jumped right on this opportunity to contact you. Our youngest, Kraig, is 34, so that means it was that long ago that you made what was, I believe, your first visit to a church member in the maternity ward, post-delivery, and called on me. :o)
Well, the Lord Bless you, Bruce, and I will be praying for you. I hope to be in touch with you through email soon.
Looking for His return,
Joanne DeBondt
May 28, 2008 at 12:30 am
Matrix Shimizu
Very good, hope to read more as you continue writing. Might be intresting to write about hunting. Beside that my mom gives a thumbs up. Update soon!
May 28, 2008 at 12:02 pm
brucefong
Thanks for stopping by, Matrix! Come back often. You are always welcome.
August 14, 2008 at 2:31 pm
wes
Bruce, love the site its very uplifting.. Hey who is the girl praying in the picture your site comes up with?
August 18, 2008 at 1:21 am
Clayton Smith
Hi Bruce,
I wanted to drop a quick note and say how much I appreciated your sermon today at Clear Creek. I laughed and cried it was great. To this date you are my favorite speaker! God Bless and have a great trip home!
Clayton Smith
August 18, 2008 at 9:49 am
brucefong
Thank you, Clayton! You blessed me with your compliment. I believe that as we are each faithful to His calling and leading that we can all be of great value to one another. God bless you as you serve the Master!
September 21, 2008 at 1:49 pm
Amanda
Dear Dr. Fong,
Your sermon today at Church was right on with what is going on in my life right now. When you talk about being accepted for who we are unconditionally, it seems like a tunnel dream with no end in site. I just found that God loves me no matter what and you helped me to see that. Thank you and God Bless.
January 12, 2009 at 4:54 pm
Keith Krell
Bruce,
Can you please send me your e-mail address? I like to send you some e-mails about Mike Paolicelli who has cancer. Thanks.
Keith
February 1, 2009 at 8:54 am
Lisa
I don’t know if you remember me, My sister Vicki and I used to attend your church when we were young? Would love to chat,
Thank you
Lisa McDonald formerly (Gimarelli)
February 1, 2009 at 9:10 pm
brucefong
Hi Lisa, Of course I remember you. Thanks for reconnecting. Go to http://www.mts.edu and you can reach me there. Looking forward to chatting!
February 28, 2009 at 12:49 pm
Michael Tim
I love your site!
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March 1, 2009 at 8:52 pm
brucefong
You are so kind! Thanks for the compliment. It encouraged me.
February 28, 2009 at 3:17 pm
Edward
I’ve volunteered to coordinate with guys at my Free Methodist church in Jackson, Mi for attending the April ironsharpensiron day conference in Lansing. Can you provide me with a flavor of your message to the audience? I wish to promote, but don’t have anything other than that you are scheduled to speak.
March 1, 2009 at 8:57 pm
brucefong
Hi Edward, I likely will teach two seminars. One will be specifically designed for pastors on Expository Preaching: Consistency and Authority. Also, I likely will teach a seminar on Managing Stress in a Very Stressful World. When I speak at the Plenary session I will speak on “Make the Opportunity to Advance a Life of Faith”. See you in Lansing!
March 4, 2009 at 8:36 pm
cindyinsd
Hi, Bruce
Your avatar shows a man standing in front of Mt. Rushmore. We are in the Black Hills, and I was wondering if you have connections here? The picture of the path ahead with the pair of walking legs on your most recent post is great, btw. Excellent visual.
God bless, Cindy
March 5, 2009 at 9:46 am
brucefong
Hi Cindy! No connections in the Black Hills. I was there in 2007 for the Sturgis “Christian week” of the bike rally. My buddies and I stopped at Mt. Rushmore and that’s when I had my photo snapped. I figured that since I was President of a seminary that my head could be added to the other presidents that are already there. That’s the joke!
March 13, 2009 at 2:53 pm
Jim McClelland
Bruce
I know the intent of your blog is to offer encouragement to others. However, I jsut wanted to say hi in order to hopefully offer some encouragemnt to you. The snow has melted and when it finally gets a bit warmer, let’s get together for a ride.
Jim
Thanks, Jim. Your initiative gave me a lift. Thanks for encouraging me! Yes, let’s go on a ride. I would thoroughly enjoy that.
March 15, 2009 at 12:43 pm
Gail Moody
Hi Bruce,
I don’t know whether you will get this or not with the change in email address. I was in Jt Heirs this morning and you probably don’t know I was an employee of HPBC for the last 21 years. Now, like you, I am unemployed. Your message from Jeremiah was especially perfect for me. The familiar verses I have been trusting in for the last couple weeks but wondered about the context. Also, for the first time this morning I started thinking about my circumstances from a human view-point. I was trying to resist that but your message actually made me PRAY for those that brought about this situation. Thankfully, God controls my life not HPBC leadership. But I must also pray for them! Thank you. One last thing: the verse God gave me the night I was told my employment was terminated was Romans 15: 13 May the God of hope fill you with ALL joy and peace as you trust Him so that your HOPE may overflow by the power of the Holy Spirit. There’s that hope you mentioned this morning also. I will be praying for you.
March 15, 2009 at 8:46 pm
brucefong
Gail, Our situations are what they are. As we trust God for our comfort today and our service to Him tomorrow, He will honor our faith that is solely directed to Him. God bless you. Let’s pray each other through these challenging times.
March 25, 2009 at 1:15 am
Bob Wong
March 25, 2009
My dear brother and wonderful friend/ ‘Bruce’:
I’m glad that I’m one of those friends that is loved with all your heart for over 30 years. True friendship is both of our passions knowing that this kind of friendship is given to one another ‘never-ever’ expecting anything in return: It’s always giving beyond measure; never ceasing in prayer in good times and troubled & testing times; always to be counted upon to be at the other’s side to carry the cross when it’s too hard to bear alone and, following the Lord’s pattern set for a “friendship like ours” founded & built upon “unfailing love”… especially knowing that it’s already “forever blessed” in the love of the Lord.
Much prayer and love….always– “everlastingly” your friend,
Bob Wong
March 25, 2009 at 6:18 am
brucefong
You define “friendship” Bob. Over the years our adventures of faith together have forged a lifelong friendship that is forever a part of who God has made me. Thank you!
April 1, 2009 at 8:45 pm
Patti Radzik
Hello Dr. Fong,
I just wanted to let you know that you are in my prayers…you and your family will always have a special place in my heart. I think of you often and wish you God’s best always.
patti
April 1, 2009 at 9:03 pm
brucefong
Thanks, Patti! God’s next assignment is waiting for me some where. Your prayers are greatly appreciated.
May 18, 2009 at 8:56 pm
Monika Kennedy
Sorry just discovered that the first time I gave the wrong e-mail address:
Hi Bruce!
We still “owe” you a cook out in our backyard. Let us know when you and Yvonne are available…
Enjoy reading your blog, thanks for your friendship and support…
In Christ Love
Monika and Peter Kennedy
May 19, 2009 at 4:24 am
brucefong
Wunderbar!
May 28, 2009 at 1:04 pm
Nikki Hahn
You love hunting! Awesome!
May 28, 2009 at 9:03 pm
brucefong
One of my three favorite activities!
June 2, 2009 at 3:35 pm
Brent
Dr. Fong, I would like to contact you about the possibility of preaching at our church on occasion as we go thru a search for a new senior pastor. What is the best way to reach you?
Thanks,
Brent
June 2, 2009 at 3:44 pm
brucefong
send me a message on FB, email me from my web page (http://brucefong.com) or MTS will give you my phone number.
June 8, 2009 at 3:08 pm
Annie Farrell
Bruce,
I was on Google searching for an image of a “fancy dinner table” when I found yours on your blog (the wood table with the candles and nice settings. I was thrilled to take a peek at your blog and discover you are a brother in Christ!
My question is, can I use your photo on some pieces I am creating for my new business? It’s called Integrity Communications and I needed a photo like this for one of my flyers. If that’s okay with you, please let me know.
In the meantime, I hope God continues to bless you as He seems to be doing!
Sincerely,
Anne Farrell
Integrity Communications
Streamwood, IL
anniemfarrell@yahoo.com
June 8, 2009 at 6:40 pm
brucefong
Hi Anne! It’s always a blessing to meet someone else in the Family. Usually, if a photo is one of my own I identify it as Bruce Fong Photography. Otherwise it is from Google, Yahoo, or GoodSearch. I try my best to credit the photos. So, as long as we are trying our best we can have at it! God bless you! Come back often. You are always welcome.
June 16, 2009 at 3:21 am
Duncan Woo
Bruce;
I still owe you a fishing trip. Let me know when you would like to come down and haul in a few. Yuki and I are bummed that we will miss you at Mount Hermon this year. Look forward to catching up with you and Yvonne.
Blessings,
Duncan
June 16, 2009 at 5:59 am
brucefong
Hey Duncan! I’ll miss you next week. Fishing? Sounds great! God bless!
June 17, 2009 at 1:50 pm
Esther Holden
Hi Brother,
I love seeing pictures of your beautiful family. I haven’t seen Yvonne for many years. I know you have blessed many people around the world. You are a blessing to me and I’m encouraged by your energy & enthusiasm as you minister to others. I feel your passion and love for the Lord. It’s amazing that I can feel this via the internet! Praise the Lord!!!
Love,
Sis
June 17, 2009 at 8:26 pm
brucefong
You are a blessing, Esther! You bring a lot of joy into my life. I thank God for you!
June 30, 2009 at 9:45 am
Gerald Tanaka
Dear Dr. Fong,
It was such a privelege to hear you sharing the gospel at the JEMS Mt. Hermon camp again this past week! I truly appreciate all of your stories and teaching; such a blessing. I thank you so much for being such a faithful servant of the Lord and doing His work! I really appreciate your blog and all the wonderful observations and insights that you share! Thank you again for taking time to talk at the camp.
Blessings!
Ger
June 30, 2009 at 11:12 am
brucefong
Hey Ger! I enjoyed your encouraging spirit. Those around you certainly are blessed with your cheer. Keep stopping by for a visit. You are always welcome!
June 30, 2009 at 11:39 am
Gerald Tanaka
Thanks! When I am in Michigan I will buy you dinner and we can hang out!
July 1, 2009 at 3:24 pm
brucefong
Or wherever God leads me, eh?
July 7, 2009 at 8:27 am
Gerald Tanaka
Amen!
July 17, 2009 at 11:45 am
gary young
Hi Bruce,
I really enjoy your blog. I’ve been reading for weeks and felt compelled to comment on your “food and family” blog. It was mouth watering! You paint beatifully with words. What a gift!
Blessing to you and family in your new adventure.
gary young
July 17, 2009 at 12:36 pm
brucefong
Thanks for stopping in for a visit. Come back often. You’re always welcome!
July 22, 2009 at 9:38 pm
Cheri Smith
Hi Bruce and Yvonne!
It sounds like you are moving. I wonder where? I happen to love sorting and cleaning so I enjoyed the “books” story. Good job! Tom (age 16) got me interested in facebook and it has been a place to interact and enlarge my territory. Glad for the opportunity to be in touch with you.
Cheri Smith (one of those Oregon friends!)
July 23, 2009 at 5:16 am
brucefong
Hi Cheri! Yeah, the frequent walks down memory lane remind us of the many blessings that God has given to us. But, it is so sad too since we have to chose to keep stuff, throw it away or give it away. Downsizing is essential since moving is so expensive and labor intensive. Reality sets in quickly. We don’t know where God is leading us yet. He knows. So we are trusting Him. Thanks for stopping by for a visit. Come back often. You are always welcome!
August 11, 2009 at 12:33 am
cecil wong
Hi Bruce,
It was a pleasure and privilege to meet you and have that brief chat. Hearty amen to your message. Your sight is a delight!
Cecil
August 11, 2009 at 11:00 am
brucefong
Thanks for stopping by for a visit! You are always welcome here.
August 11, 2009 at 8:54 pm
Keith
Dr. Fong,
What is your current email address?
Eagerly,
Keith
keithcurrivean@gmail.com
August 30, 2009 at 10:03 pm
Shawn Sloan
I ‘happened’ upon your blog and appreciate your candidness. I am a follower of Jesus Christ and am at a turning point in my life. Just looking for direction and confirmation.
I will certainly check in again. Thanks for posting.
Shawn Sloan
August 31, 2009 at 7:48 am
brucefong
Thanks for stopping by, Shawn. Keep your eyes on Jesus and all will go as well as it can. Come by often. You’re always welcome.
September 30, 2009 at 8:33 am
Tim Keyser
Bruce! Just as the person above was searching for “fancy dinner tables” I was googling “whacky cubicles” and came across your blog. I guess if you have something to say God will make sure it gets told! I got a kick out of your C-Scope story. Mine is coming up shortly. I trust all is well with you, Yvonne, and the family. If you are able, stop by our CMA booth at the Plymouth Chili Cook-off this Sunday.
Tim
September 30, 2009 at 11:35 am
brucefong
Thanks, Tim! I’ll be busy in Ann Arbor Sunday and family is visiting over the weekend as well. Give my regards to all!
October 17, 2009 at 2:23 pm
Jeffery Lopez
Hello Dr Fong,
It has been a long time since we have had a chance to visit. Life has been on a steady track. I have been to Iraq and back, Starr has been to Iraq and back. We are looking forward to her coming home to stay. Her time in the militray is coming to a close this month we hope. I have three more years to retirement. The Lord has blessed me this past year with a M.S. Degree and I am currently embarking on a new quest in a Doctoral Program with the University of Phoenix.
I have heard so many things about you, I am not sure where you are these days.
Glad to see you enjoy your motorcycle, I have one as well, it is not a Harley but it is a smooth ride for me.
It would be great to hear from you. Please let your family know I said hello.
Jeff Lopez
October 18, 2009 at 8:57 pm
brucefong
I’m in Michigan serving as the Interim Pastor of Grace Bible Church. I am having a ball! God is so good.
October 19, 2009 at 10:19 am
Jeff L
Glad to hear your doing so well and enjoying life as it was intended. God is good crertainly good to all His Children:-)
Jeff
November 21, 2009 at 11:05 am
Joshua Hill
Hi Pastor Bruce,
I listened to your message “Submission is for All to do” at Grace and was struck by the fact that when we refuse to submit to those in authority we are really punishing ourselves by missing out on God’s blessings!
This was further emphaized in a funny commericial I saw. I really think that when it comes to “Sticking it to the man” (or anyone) you are really “Sticking it to yourself”! Check ou the commercial here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZG-VB5xb6KM
I have really appreciated your teaching at Grace!
Thanks.
Josh
November 21, 2009 at 2:32 pm
brucefong
God’s Word is so clear. If we just obey Him we will be more blessed than we could ever imagine!
February 9, 2010 at 12:06 am
lisa
I was just listening again to you when you spoke at Founders Week in 2002. I bought the recording of Special People and every now and then I have to listen to it as it makes me laugh and think of how the Lord sees me. You have such humor and are very gifted with bringing to life the special stories you share. I hope you come again to Founders Week at Moody to speak. Thank you for being a blessing and sharing those funny life stories.
February 9, 2010 at 5:49 am
brucefong
it is a wonderful privilege to walk each day into the journey that God as prepared and on top of that He lets us laugh! what a treat, eh?
March 4, 2010 at 3:19 pm
Gary Gin
Hello, Dr. Fong. I would like to contact you for a speaking engagement. What is the best way to do that? Thanks.
March 4, 2010 at 10:21 pm
brucefong
I’ll send you an email.
March 17, 2010 at 5:02 pm
Brian Potter
Bruce: don’t know how the hunting is in S.F. but if you want to hunt in MT would be glad to show you around. Gordon Dexter, and his brother both live here in Missoula and we could probably discuss how many angels will fit on the head of a pin while hunting.
March 17, 2010 at 7:41 pm
brucefong
Let’s keep this idea alive. I could be very interested! Thanks!
March 18, 2010 at 12:57 pm
Maggy
Dr. Fong: how are you? are you the same Dr. Fong who used to have the century wellness center in Reno, NV? I just started reading Kevin Trudeau’s Natural Cures book and you are listed there as a natural doctor. Are you still seeing patients? or do you knowone like you in FL? Grace to you.
March 18, 2010 at 6:16 pm
brucefong
Hi Maggy, I’m sorry but I am a different Dr. Fong. I hope that you find him. But, I’m glad that you discovered my blog. There are no accidents. Come by often and enjoy a refreshing visit on your life journey. Thanks!
April 9, 2010 at 8:23 pm
Al Ko
Hi Bruce,
I saw your picture twice today! Jason Kim sent his newsletter and you were on it. Jun and Elgin mailed me the Spring Newletter from Sunset Church.
Congratulation on the position at Sunset. I am sure you are excited about this new phase of your ministry.
Blessing!
April 11, 2010 at 11:27 pm
brucefong
We are both blessed with great friends. God is so good!
April 12, 2010 at 6:19 pm
Janet Kerns
Hi Bruce,
I just found out you are now in sunny San Francisco!?! Congratulations!
I was tracking you down, because we were wondering if you could come back to Cannon Beach Conference Center to speak at one of our conferences. We would love to have you with us again.
How is the best way to contact you to discuss possible conference dates?
Janet Kerns
Program Manager
Cannon Beach Conference Center
April 13, 2010 at 4:48 pm
brucefong
Hi Janet! Great to hear from you. I’ll send my contact info to you at your email. Thanks!
April 17, 2010 at 2:39 am
George
Hi Bruce,
Welcome to Sunset Church! (I’m a member) Wondering if it would be possible to get together some time. Thanks.
April 21, 2010 at 10:09 am
Cheri Smith
Hi Bruce, I see you are loving your new home and work. Way to go! Could these posts be flipped so the newest is at the top? Should be posible in this tech world.
April 21, 2010 at 11:37 am
brucefong
Hmmm…the dates of the posts do list the latest at the top. Let me know if your view is different. Thanks!
April 24, 2010 at 5:27 am
Cheri
I am referring to these comments and replies. Maybe I can figure it out from my end.
April 25, 2010 at 10:39 pm
brucefong
Thanks, Cheri. Let me know if I can help.
April 30, 2010 at 1:06 pm
Keng
hey Pastor Bruce,
I noticed your current dig is Sunset Church in SF. I am reading your article from JETS 38, No.4 on “Addressing the Issue of Racial Reconciliation According to the Principles of Eph 2:11-22.” How do you think the principles you outlined in that article work itself out in a Chinese church context?
thanks!
Keng Lim
May 1, 2010 at 11:05 am
brucefong
Hi Keng, Thanks for your inquiry. I am delighted to be with Sunset Church. Thanks for reading my article. The principles outlined there are Scriptural. Like anything we learn from the Scriptures we must apply them and make any necessary changes. By popular use the ethnic link that describes a church has to be evaluated. A church needs to consider its name. If it matches the Biblical teachings of a local church, then great. If it by default controls who comes then that is an issue that needs to be addressed.
May 16, 2010 at 11:52 pm
Catherine
Hi Dr. Fong, Just to let you know I have visited your blog site. I have gone to Sunset Church for more than 5 years. Very glad to have you as our pastor. I like your preaching. Thanks
May 17, 2010 at 12:59 am
brucefong
God bless you, Catherine. I am delighted that God has brought me here to Sunset Church to serve. By His wonderful grace may we be eager to step into whatever His blessings might be.
June 11, 2010 at 10:29 am
Carol Mo
Thanks for writing the blog, sharing your thoughts, and giving a glimpse into your life. Carol
June 12, 2010 at 12:50 pm
brucefong
Thanks for stopping by. Your visit blessed me. Come back often.
June 20, 2010 at 7:30 pm
james Lau
Good to see ya
June 20, 2010 at 11:40 pm
Wilton Wong
Bruce,
I just returned from Hawaii and learned of your Dad’s passing. I am very sorry. As 2nd cousins or cousins, we have had little contact over the years, but I still cherish the time when we were children and knew know difference in the relationships. I’ve always liked your Dad very much and was amazed at the talents he had in building anything.
Please extend my best to you brothers and sister.
Wilton
June 21, 2010 at 10:37 pm
brucefong
Thanks, Wilton. Now that I am in the SF area I have thoroughly enjoyed getting reconnected with family. Thanks for stopping by my blog. Come back often. You’re always welcome!
June 23, 2010 at 5:05 pm
David Lee
Bruce,
You had spoken to us(Chinese Baptist Church – Houston) at a retreat some time ago and many people still remember the great time we had with you. We were wondering if you would be available to speak at a weekend conference/revival sometime in October of this year or possibly early next year?
David Lee
September 2, 2010 at 9:10 am
jose g
Brother Fong i thank God for you … and how God can be seen in your person. my brothers and i are watching your dvd on being a spiritual leader in our home, i must admit brother i was way off until your sermon. God bless you and your family, brother, and thank you so much for speaking the truth in Jesus and how we as men must treat our wives. thank you
September 2, 2010 at 6:18 pm
brucefong
Thanks for stopping by for a visit. May God richly bless you.
September 6, 2010 at 12:03 pm
carlton sue
Hi Dr. Fong,
I remember you from a few retreats and you are also one of my friends on Facebook. I go to CIBC and you were at our retreat about 2 years ago. I’m so glad that you are now in the Bay Area. Sunset Baptist church is surely blessed to have you!
September 8, 2010 at 12:33 am
brucefong
God bless you carlton! May God pour out His blessing on the city of SF.
September 21, 2010 at 2:27 am
ReadersHeaven
Hi, nice to meet you !
September 26, 2010 at 9:27 pm
brucefong
likewise
September 26, 2010 at 8:57 pm
Reginald
Dear Bruce,
Hi I’m one of the people that go to the church worship at Sunset. I am one of the 8th grade kids that go to the combined worship and ever since I started going to the combined worship, when you talk, it really moves me because you are able to talk about life and how the Lord was able to be with you. I just love the way you teach and write your blog. It inspires me to help continue to walk with the Lord. Sometimes, I might face some difficult problems with sin or with regular things in my life. I just need a person like you to pray for me for mercy and for God to have his Holy Spirit with me in those difficult times. Please continue spreading your the Gospel of the Lord. Your work has moved me and others. Bless you. 🙂
September 26, 2010 at 9:29 pm
brucefong
Blessings on you Reginald. His Word is true. As we live what we hear Him say, our lives will be the best that it can ever be and make a difference for eternity. Keep on! Be faithful and He will bless you. PB
January 17, 2011 at 8:50 pm
Mel Lew
Bruce,
Great sermons! We are definitely loved by God.
January 18, 2011 at 5:05 pm
brucefong
I’ll Amen that!
January 22, 2011 at 4:50 pm
Jessica Ho
Hi Bruce.
I just wanted to let you know (if you already didn’t) that Time Magazine’s cover story is called “The Truth about Tiger Moms.” I thought you might find that interesting…
Sincerely,
Jessica
January 24, 2011 at 12:48 am
brucefong
Thanks, Jessica! Yes, I have already read it as did Yvonne. We had a fun time discussing it. I also purchased a Kindle version of Chau’s book. It should be a fascinating read. PB
March 19, 2011 at 1:12 am
Kristina
Hi Bruce,
I loved reading your blog. I think I’ll start looking at your site before I go to the news each night. Lately the news has caused me more stress.
March 20, 2011 at 1:02 am
brucefong
Thanks for stopping in for a visit, Kristina. You are always welcome to stop by for a cup of cool refreshing water. My prayer is to be an encouragement to as many as possible in the name of the Savior. Blessings!
March 23, 2011 at 10:08 pm
Dale Halligan
Bruce,
I was a student of yours at Multnomah, ’95-96 and am now working with International Students Inc. at the campus of Western Oregon University. It is a tremendous encouragement to find you on the World Wide Web. I was prepping for a talk I am to give at a men’s meeting. I thought of your messages for Promise Keepers at University of Oregon and was looking for them when I found your blog. Praise the Lord. Bless you. I see the Lord has, indeed, ENLARGED your territory.
Dale
March 24, 2011 at 10:09 am
brucefong
Blessings on you Dale. Your ministry with ISI is a great opportunity to touch the world with the love of Christ. Thanks for stopping in for a visit on my webpage. Come back often.
June 28, 2011 at 2:07 pm
Dale Halligan
Bruce, I am in China now where I came to teach ESL and attend the ISI yearly conference held for the first time in Hong Kong. Do you remember Corky Apilado? I know you do. He has had an accident in the woods and needs our prayers for the loss of a lower leg and for the Lord’s direction. (Psalm 32:8)
June 28, 2011 at 9:06 pm
brucefong
Thanks, Dale. I will join you in intercession.
March 27, 2011 at 4:15 am
Van
Dr. Fong,
I been tremendously blessed by listening to your “Light the Night” messages that you shared at Moody in 2002. I caught a short part of the “An Awesome God” message that they replayed recently and it inspired me to purchase the entire Conference series. I’ve since shared yours and the other messages with family and friends.
I listen to all of the messages regularly as encouragement and inspiration.
May the Lord continue to bless you and your ministry.
Your brother in Christ,
Van (Galatians 2:20)
March 28, 2011 at 2:10 pm
brucefong
God is so very good! His Word is amazing. He encourages us with just the right truth to match our challenges for the day. thanks for your encouraging words. thanks for stopping by for a blog visit. you’re welcome any time.
April 15, 2011 at 6:51 pm
Van
I must tell you that I also have an old truck on which the windshield wipers quit working as you mentioned in your “Community in Christianity:Living in Harmony” message, and I drove it that way for over a year. Not as big of an issue in Tennessee as in Oregon. But I have since gotten them fixed! Your story cracked me up and inspired me to “just get it done” as you said in the message. Keep on keeping on for the Lord. Bless you brother.
April 15, 2011 at 9:32 pm
MIke
HI Bruce, Enjoy reading your blog. 🙂 Always on the go !!!
Thanks for taking the time to encourage, challenge and provoke us in our walk in the LORD Heb10:24-25
Mike
April 16, 2011 at 5:12 pm
brucefong
when we can laugh at ourselves we are ready to learn so much. blessings!
June 28, 2011 at 11:01 pm
Ellen Wilcox
Bruce – I’m the childhood friend of Yvonne. Would love to connect with the two of you again. From Hayward to Portland, to Seattle and now back in Hayward. Blessings on you.
June 29, 2011 at 12:17 pm
brucefong
Hi Ellen, So nice to hear from you! I have passed your information on to Y and she will be responding to you soon. Thanks for stopping by my blog. Please come back often. Blessings!
June 28, 2011 at 11:41 pm
Ellen Wilcox
Bruce: It’s been a long time; I’m one of Yvonne’s childhood (jr. high) friends. I met you in Portland and moved on to Seattle when your family moved on to …
I’m back in the Bay Area. Would love to hear from you and Y. Ellen Wilcox
June 29, 2011 at 12:18 pm
brucefong
Looking forward to getting reconnected!
July 25, 2011 at 1:31 pm
Nathan Taylor
Hi Dr. Fong,
My family just started attending Sunset Church a couple of weeks ago. We have been very impressed with the friendliness of the church and with your sermons. I truly appreciate the fact that you taught on a subject that most “modern” believers would rather skip over and not talk about. The Lord has blessed you with a great teaching ability.
You had mentioned last Sunday that you aren’t familiar with many of the faces in the sanctuary so I wanted to at least touch base and say hello. I’m sorry we couldn’t say hello in person last Sunday. Our children are still getting used to the nursery and sunday school so we rushed out to get them after service was done.
I hope that we can connect and get involved with the Church in the near future.
God bless!
Nathan
August 3, 2011 at 3:48 pm
Max Snook
Dr. Fong, Bruce your name came over coffee and took a Google gamble and there you were.
Max Snook here. No reason for you to remember that class but you probably do What is new in your life? Seminary seems like a long time ago. It sounds like you have the great joy of serving our great God.
August 3, 2011 at 5:34 pm
brucefong
Hi Max! Yes, God has had Yvonne and me on a wonderful adventure. It’s all in my blog. We are excited to be ministering in CA for the first time in our lives. Being surrounded by family is a real treat. The church is wonderful and making a difference for Jesus. I’m on Facebook. Blessings!
August 5, 2011 at 9:01 am
pam
your “explosion of joy” picture captivates me. Is it your photography … and is it copyrighted or for sale? Could I download and print off in giant picture format? Cost? We have a small eclectic church located in the inner city in NC… pb
August 5, 2011 at 9:54 am
brucefong
Hi Pam,
I’m not sure which blog post you are identifying. Usually I put a photo credit at the bottom of the post. It may be a Google image or othere www image search. Hope that helps. Blessings! B
September 10, 2011 at 4:07 pm
Drew
Bruce,
Thanks to you I have learned to apreciate the joy of a great beef rib also. Here’s to great eating.
Drew
September 10, 2011 at 10:35 pm
brucefong
Oh, yeah, real man’s food!
September 11, 2011 at 3:09 am
roger g. f. fong
Hi Pastor Bruce,
Bike picture looked like you were in the SF PD, thanks for sharing the new book “The Wall”. Wish you were in Sac, I would change church. (:(:
God bless & good health,
Uncle Rog
September 11, 2011 at 8:43 am
brucefong
look tough, eh? lol! maybe bros & i should ride in for a visit with you sometime. soon!
February 1, 2012 at 6:34 pm
Becky Hom (BACBC AL)
Hi, Pastor Bruce: We’re excited that you are coming next week to speak. If you need anything, please let us know. I left a message on your FB. Love to Yvonne!
February 2, 2012 at 12:43 pm
brucefong
Thanks, Becky! We are both going to be there and look forward to a great time of fellowship with you.
June 20, 2012 at 1:31 pm
Judy Strand
Dr Fong…
I left from your classes to Nigeria to continue what had begun. Still with the largest nomadic ethnic group in Africa, still considered unreached. Daily I sit at the battlefront, which is literal these days as you have no doubt heard. No regrets. Would have liked to taken wisdom lit and some other of your teachings. Have you published any class notes or anything? I am indebted to you for what I learned in your classes. I regularly recommend you as our conference speaker. The church is challenged by ethnicity, and sorcery is climbing back strongly into the hearts of our people. Immorality beats its drums everywhere and many dance to the tune. In heaven you will meed some wonderful people of God from this place, if not sooner. Judy Strand
June 20, 2012 at 11:31 pm
brucefong
This past September 8, 2011 I was able to publish The Wall. Check it out on Createspace.com Thanks for the update, Judy. Keep on the road of faithfulness, He will never let you down.
June 21, 2012 at 8:25 am
Pam Bryan
You did “press encouragement into my heart” today. Smiling w gratitude.
June 21, 2012 at 9:50 am
brucefong
Blessings on you!
October 21, 2012 at 2:58 pm
JT
Hi Dr. Fong,
Thanks for coming to visit us at Cypress Bible. It’s been a real blessing to hear you share your life experiences and words of wisdom!
-JT
October 21, 2012 at 8:57 pm
brucefong
Thanks for stopping by, JT. It is an honor to serve the LORD wherever He sends me. Blessings!
November 18, 2012 at 4:01 pm
dmikecollins
Dear Bruce, This is such an inspiration. I trust you are not offended, if I try to copy something similar in my new blog. Thank you so much. Blessings, D. Mike Collins
November 19, 2012 at 12:31 am
brucefong
You are most welcome. All of us who blog have had generous help from others. Happy writing!
November 29, 2012 at 12:17 pm
sheryl kindle fullner
rest for the journey…thank you Bruce from your old librarian friend at Corban.
November 29, 2012 at 3:54 pm
brucefong
You are most welcome. Thanks for stopping in for a visit. Come back often. Blessings!
July 26, 2013 at 4:14 pm
Alan E. Mushen
Dr. Fong,
My wife and I are residents of Cannon Beach, Oregon. We thoroughly enjoyed your week at CBCC along with Art Azurdia. I have subscribed to your blog too. Your messages are enlightening so keep up your fine efforts to bring to us the messages of God. Bless you and your family.
Alan Mushen
July 26, 2013 at 7:18 pm
brucefong
God bless you Alan! It was a pleasure to come and serve. May He richly fill your life with solid evidence of His grace and love.
April 9, 2014 at 5:30 am
LFFL
I love that you are in love with life! HOW FUN IT IS!!
April 12, 2014 at 5:09 pm
brucefong
REAL LIFE can’t be beat. Enjoy your day!
August 8, 2014 at 2:13 pm
Hillermo Cordeniel
Hello Dr Fong, I thanked God I found you here. I am Hillermo Cordeniel, once your student at MTS,Michigan, graduated May 2006. I am thankful to have found your website. The last time I visited MTS, you were no longer there.
August 10, 2014 at 4:21 pm
brucefong
Hi Hillermo, God has moved me to serve as the Dean of DTS-Houston. Check us out online at DTS.edu/Houston. Blessings!
October 11, 2014 at 4:05 am
elo boost Lol free
Aw, this was a really nice post. Spending some time and actual effort to make a good article… but what can I say… I procrastinate a lot and never manage to get nearly anything done.
December 1, 2014 at 1:30 pm
Joy
Hello Dr. Fong,
I met you briefly while touring the DTS campus in Houston. I was impressed by the evident life of Christ that you carry, not just head knowledge. I am now overseas but saw your recent message at my home church, Houston’s First, online. I am encouraged by your warmth and the kind of perspective and relationship you have with the Lord. Thanks for your blog!
December 1, 2014 at 3:14 pm
brucefong
God bless you, Joy! It was an honor to step in pinch hit for Pastor Gregg. The church family was so welcoming. May God richly bless your life and service for His Kingdom.
January 22, 2016 at 5:50 pm
Monroe Liu
Dr. Fong,
You sure spent a good amount of effort to write! Thank you for sharing those positive forces in your life regularly!
God bless!
Monroe
August 2, 2016 at 8:11 am
brucefong
Writing is a passion and life with passion is always worth living. Thanks!
September 29, 2016 at 2:20 am
Kari H
Hello, Dr. Fong. Was fondly reminiscing recently about your fabulous classes at Multnomah Graduate School…yes, many years ago…and your pithy wisdom. Great to see you and your family flourishing. You will probably not remember me, but I did marry the guy with, as you put it, the “Bible rack in his pick-up”. We have four great kids, the oldest a senior in high (home) school. Thanks for being a part of my growth in Christ!
September 29, 2016 at 9:34 am
brucefong
Thanks for writing, Kari. Your comment encouraged me! It is always wonderful to remember the Multnomah days. We had great times in class and out of class. Keep on growing in grace and keep in touch. Feel free to friend me on FB and/or like me on Twitter. Joy! PB
December 5, 2018 at 6:59 pm
Wellington Joe
Hi, Pastor Fong,
I was at a Promise Keepers gathering in the LA Coliseum and heard you speak. You said somethings that have stayed with me to this day. You talked about how most people think that a great marriage should be 50:50, but rarely is. You asked us to ponder what a great marriage we would have if each member would try to do 55:55 or 60:60!!! I took those words to heart and shared them with my wife afterwards.
We have a wonderful marriage because it inspired us to do more than “my share.” We have raised 2 great children, homeschooled them all the way through. I retired 3+ years ago, and am still a youth leader at the age of 68 (currently in my 21st year). I have been blessed, my cup runneth over.!!
Thank you for those incredible words of wisdom!!
December 18, 2018 at 10:30 am
brucefong
You are very kind. Thank you. It is my pleasure to serve my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. When the words penned in His honor encourage another, then I am very blessed and hopefully, He is glorified. Joy!
November 17, 2019 at 4:39 pm
Scotty Sanders
I love our teacher, Chris, but it is always a very special treat when you sub for him! I was so happy to be able to join your class on Wed Midlink last week. You are always an encouragement and refresher. Thank you! God is so good.
November 18, 2019 at 10:33 pm
brucefong
Thanks so much, Scotty! It was a pleasure to have you join our Midlink class. You encouraged me with your words. Thanks. Joy!
June 17, 2020 at 2:56 pm
vanbaggett
I think I’ve told you this before, but I just finished listening to a series of messages that you shared a Moody Founders Week Conference in 2002. The theme was “Light the Night”, and your messages were, “Forgiveness – Grace is Greater Than Sin”, “How Special Are We To God”, “Community in Christianity – Living in Harmony” and “An Awesome God”. I listen to them and the messages from the other speakers quite often as they are very inspiring.
I know the Lord is continuing to use you in a mighty way for His honor & glory and the advancement of the kingdom. I just wanted to share that again!
God Bless you brother!
June 18, 2020 at 10:37 am
brucefong
You are very kind to say so. Thanks for the encouraging words. God bless you!
October 5, 2020 at 9:01 pm
Kari
Bruce,
What a joy to find you continue in your strong, uplifting, pithy style! During my year in the Multnomah Bible Certificate program (’93), I enjoyed writing down your wise little gems while taking notes in class. Another classmate collected many of them that year and presented them to you, as well as provided us all with copies. You teased me that year over my boyfriend who kept a Bible in his pickup truck. “Is it in a Bible rack?” (like a gun rack, right? ha. ha.)
That boyfriend and I have been married for 23 years this August, have four wonderful children whom we have homeschooled. I tell my kids, “I don’t regret my university degree, even though I never used it. But I have used what I learned at my year of Bible school every day of my life!” They are young, yet, and I pray they follow in the Way of their Savior!
It sounds like you continue to enjoy this amazing life with your bride and now SIX children and no doubt many grands, pointing everyone you meet toward the One to gives it all meaning. So wonderful to find you online and be reminded of a wonderful year at Multnomah. Thanks for being a part of my journey in the Lord!
October 6, 2020 at 7:16 am
brucefong
Hi Kari! Thanks so much for saying, “Howdy!” Those Multnomah years were a huge blessing. Yvonne and I talk about them many times. God’s past blessings have a way of extending the joy over the years. Now, Yvonne is retired from teaching. She misses the little 2nd graders that were such a huge part of her life for so many years. I am now in my 8th year of serving the Lord at Dallas Theological Seminary – Houston campus. God is doing a very special work here in H-town. Please feel free to jump in on my Facebook page, Twitter, and or Instagram and you can reconnect with some Multnomah students as well as keep connected with the Family of Fong. Joy!
January 8, 2022 at 10:46 pm
Carolyn Clark
Bruce will truly be missed. Thinking about when Bruce took the first step in Heaven
January 14, 2022 at 6:15 pm
Julie Francis
I’ll be Praying for the Fong family, in this time of loss. May the peace and comfort of Jesus be with them.