Seasonal changes that happen in Oklahoma often come with dramatic events and challenging effects. The changing seasons bring storms, drastic temperature variations, and heightened allergy…
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Through the years, there have been many times that I dreamed about what could be. When I was younger, I dreamed of becoming a truck…
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There is an inspirational inscription in Harold Church located in Staunton, England, that reads like this: In the year 1653 when all things Sacred were…
Starting a new year and I have been reviewing some of my photos that I have taken over the past year. While it has been…
Finding Joy in the midst of difficult circumstances can be hard, even in ministry. How do you maintain your joy in spite of the circumstances? By looking at what God is doing inside and outside the church we can maintain a new perspective on the trials we face.
Over the past several weeks, we have had several prayer requests at the church that have testified to the reality we live in today. It’s…
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While we face many challenges, we have also had the privilege of experiencing opportunities to recognize God‘s faithfulness, love, grace, and provision. How do we become better at recognizing the good things that God is doing in our lives? How do we find joy amid anxiety, fear, and sadness?
It is always during uncertain times that the foundations of the church are tested to see whether or not they stand. These foundations are often determined by what we believe, what we do, and how we respond to a world around us. it is important for the church to biblically evaluate the health of the church in order for it to be effective and in alignment with God‘s will in fulfilling it’s mission.
Principles to help guide decision concerning the church and leadership during difficult and challenging times.
It's always interesting to me to watch small churches have big dreams when it comes to missions. These missions-minded pastors and churches make incredible efforts and extend their faith in surprising ways. They believe that God can do big things if they will have faith and trust.