01/26/21 A Little Boy, Crying
READING: Exodus 1-3, Matthew 15:29-16:20 It’s just one simple statement in today’s Old Testament reading, but it’s a statement that has led to much…
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11 Reasons Churches Don’t Practice Discipline
Yesterday, my post spoke briefly about the importance of church discipline. At the same time, though, many churches don’t practice discipline. My own informal…
Read More01/25/21 Trusting God’s Promises
READING: Genesis 47-50, Matthew 15:1-28 Joseph was about to die, and he made sure his brothers would eventually take his body back to Canaan—his…
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9 Questions to Evaluate if Your Church is a Holy Church
Without question, God expects His church to be holy: “But as the one who called you is holy, you also are to be holy in all…
Read More01/24/21 Sunday Quote
“It is not just important that we obey God’s commands as individuals. Churches are communities of faith, and God intends us to help spur…
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An Encouraging Word for Church Leaders for Today
Isaiah 6:3 “And one called to another: ‘Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of Armies; his glory fills the whole earth.’” May you proclaim the holiness of…
Read More01/23/21 Saturday Quote
“Finally, I want to encourage you to do something that will powerfully strengthen your faith and help you become established. It may seem threatening…
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Saturday Suggestions/Week in Review
Check out these important posts from others: Help! I Need More of God by Jani OrtlundThere are often unrealistic expectations placed on the pastor’s…
Read More01/22/21 God Sent Me ahead of You
READING: Genesis 44-46, Matthew 14 If you’ve been in church for a while, you’ve likely heard Joseph’s quote in Genesis 50 as he reflected…
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Why Some Pastors are Loners . . . and Why That’s Not Good
I admit it. I tend to be a loner. I like my personal space and my private time. I recognize, though, my tendencies aren’t…
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