Photo by Marlene Leppu00e4nen on Pexels.com Church revitalization has to happen from within. From within the body. Bringing a system in ain’t going to work. Church revitalization. It is a hip term today. About like back around my seminary days when it was church planting, Revitalization can mean many things to many people. To some … Continue reading Revitalizing from Within Part 1
Monday Testimony: prideful depression?
The Monday blues that I’ve dealt with as a pastor for years. For me, I am beginning to gander that much of that depression was due to my own expectations that I had failed on a Sunday...
Message: “Oppression Dealt with and an Outflow of Generosity: Going on at the Same Time” | Nehemiah 5
Sunday’s Message: “Oppression Dealt with and an Outflow of Generosity: Going on at the Same Time” https://youtu.be/4goPoNzRJWI
Pastor, You were Faithful. Rest!
Pastors, it’s Monday. Don’t resign. Coffee. Rest. Silence. Exercise. Prayer. And don’t overthink your sermon this Sunday. Easter is [was] just another Sunday to be faithful with whatever you can bring. —Brian
“Just Preach the Gospel?”
This has many good points https://youtu.be/Q68up7u_czc
In your building don’t forget the Lord
In building your life's priority Luke 14:25-27 In building humility Proverbs 1:1-7, 27:2 In building your home Psalms 127 & 128 In building 'your' church Matthew 16:18 In building your buildings Luke 14:28 In building your work/life balance Proverbs 24:27, John 15:5 In rebuilding foundations in culture 1 Timothy 3:15, Psalm 11:3 In building the … Continue reading In your building don’t forget the Lord
Throwback: Sabbatical announcement (3 weeks in November of 2022)
So the Lord changes plans I appreciate prayer partners. Today marks my attempted 3 week sign off from social media (will see how I do at that) and “disconnecting” to focus on some spiritual retreat and a writing sabbatical. Will be also attending church on Sundays during this time to be fed while I’m out … Continue reading Throwback: Sabbatical announcement (3 weeks in November of 2022)
How to disciple men by men and for men (short guide):
Extend a call to discipleshipCommit to investing whatever the cost (it will involve long conversations, sacrifice to make time when life is busy, and investment in food and books you give)Walk with him through Mastership - is Christ Lord or is his pursuit amusement, women, materialism? Unless the issue of lordship is settled, he can … Continue reading How to disciple men by men and for men (short guide):
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