Journey to 300~ Day 18: Holding Each Other Up!
During times that we may feel we are drowning, we never know how God may use us to lift someone else up. It may just save our own life...
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Journey to 300~ Day 16: The Pursuit of Christ
Philippians 3:8 (ESV) — 8 Indeed, I count everything as loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake…
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Journey to 300~ Day 14: The Perfect Church
No doubt there are a great many people who love the church that they attend. The people, pastor, location, services, style, and programs are often the determining factor for their love. It is understandable that people want to find a church that is a fit for personal needs.
Journey to 300~ Day 13: How to Find Rest in a Crisis
I want to share a quick story and some reminders for those who may be struggling with life issues. This story is a reminder that is foundational for believers that trust in God with their lives. For those who are not believers, it becomes far more challenging to face the challenges of life.
Journey to 300~ Day 12: 5 Spiritual Disciplines for Ministry Health
Let’s face it, ministry today is challenging. With all that is going on in the world and church, many ministers are struggling with staying healthy in ministry. So, how do we create solid spiritual disciplines for ministry health?
Journey to 300~Day 1: New Beginnings
Starting a new journey to write 300 posts in the next year. Join me on the journey by subscribing today!
A Prayer of Faith in Times of Trouble ~ Psalms 138.7-8
Going through a constant barrage of troubles and difficulties in this life can lead to overwhelming feelings. Fears, anxieties, and discouragements can cause us to wonder where God is at. Yet, the Psalmist gives some insight into the prayer of faith when we feel alone.
A Time for Sowing in the Next Generation
Taking a moment to stop and consider all that God is, it’s hard not to praise him! We can praise him for his goodness, his…
6 Keys to Pastoral Health During Challenging Seasons
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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Favorite Memories of 2020 in Pictures
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 Work of Ministry During Difficult Times
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.
Why Your Church Needs a Health Check Up!
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.
Quote of the Day~
…it is easier to be angry and pithy than to be Christlike and on mission. Such outraged approaches are self-destructive. Some of them are even…
The Results of Right Pursuit
In our pursuit of happiness, are we pursuing the right things?
Our Responsibility to the Next Generation Leader
“When a movement develops around a dominant personality,” wrote J. Oswald Sanders, “the real test of the quality of his leadership is the manner in…
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Top Ten Reasons Pastors/Leaders Experience Difficulty in Transitions
Every leader feels the need at one time or another for a tranistion to take place in their organization. Whether it is a church or…
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3 Nonnegotiable Traits of a Leader
Leaders must possess many traits that will assist them in their leadership position. But if you were to narrow them down to three specific traits…
One Minute Devotional–2.28.12
"Therefore do not throw away your confidence, which has a great reward. For you have need of endurance, so that when you have done the…
Leadership: Being True To Who You Are
We must learn common leadership principles, but power is released as we become true to our God-given personalities--Harold Myra Every leader is a unique individual!…
Key Leadership Quality: Relationships
The need for relationship in leadership positions is often a neglected component that many leaders feel they do not have time for. The busyness of…