09/23/18 Prayers and Preparation
READING: Nehemiah 4 “So we prayed to our God and stationed a guard because of them day and night.” Nehemiah 4:9 In Nehemiah’s day, the…
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An Encouraging Word for Church Leaders for Today
Nehemiah 4:9 "But now, my God, strengthen my hands." It was a simple but significant prayer for Nehemiah as the enemies of Israel began…
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Saturday Suggestions/Week in Review
Check out these important posts from others on leadership, singleness, worship music, and evangelism, then catch up on this week’s posts at www.chucklawless.com.
Read More09/21/18 Naturally Turning to Prayer
READING: Nehemiah 5-7 “But now, my God, strengthen me.” Neh. 6:9 Every time I read the book of Nehemiah, I am struck by the number…
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Some Thoughts about Worship Music
Even when “worship wars” seem to have died down in many churches, we still have style preferences that really do separate us a bit. Over the years, I have attempted to address these issues in various ways on this site. Maybe one of these older posts about worship will grab your attention today.
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15 Things to Do if You Want to Lead Better
Yesterday I posted about spiritually weak leaders. Today, here are some thoughts about ways to lead better.
Read More9/20/18 Weeping Again
READING: Nehemiah 1-4 “When I heard these words, I sat down and wept.” Neh. 1:4 Once again in this year’s devotions, I’m gripped by the…
Read More09/19/18 Determined in His Heart
READING: Ezra 7-10 “Now Ezra had determined in his heart to study the law of the Lord, obey it, and teach its statutes and ordinances in…
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11 Characteristics of Spiritually Weak Christian Leaders
I’m hesitant to write this post because I know I probably exhibit some of these characteristics. Nevertheless, I’ve seen a lot of Christian leaders who never fully live up to their potential in the power of God’s Spirit. Here are some of the primary issues I see in this group of leaders.
Read More09/18/18 Holiness
READING: Malachi 1-4, Psalm 50 “’For I am a great King,’” says the Lord of Armies, ‘and my name will be feared among the nations.’” Malachi 1:14…
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