Sunday Prayer Challenge
As I write this prayer request, I’m on the campus of a strong Christian university. I’m reminded of our need to pray for all…
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An Encouraging Word from the Word for Church Leaders Today
2 Corinthians 5:11 “Therefore, since we know the fear of the Lord, we try to persuade people.” Knowing that you will stand before the Lord–as…
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Just Some Numbers this Lord’s Day . . . and Evidence of God’s Faithfulness
God saved me and made me His child on August 18, 1974. While I have at times struggled with complete surrender over the years,…
Read More03/28/25 I Will Not Sin against You
READING: One-year plan: 1 Samuel 11-14 Two-year plan: Psalms 30-31, Romans 5:6-21 ———- “As for me, I vow that I will not sin against…
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A Simple Truth to Fight Temptation
It’s simple, really. Even though it’s hard. We fight battles with temptation, and we so often lose. Yet, the solution is simple . ….
Read More03/27/25 They Wanted a King
READING: One-year plan: 1 Samuel 5-10 Two-year plan: Psalms 26-29, Romans 4:13-5:5 ——— In the first part of today’s readings, God is the God…
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12 Thoughts about “the Angry Few” in the Local Church
I’ve seen it happen. Just a few angry or frustrated people in a church can create havoc for an entire congregation. What I’ve also seen in decades of pastoring and church consulting, though, are these things.
Read More03/26/25 Here Am I
READING: One-year plan: 1 Samuel 1-4 Two-year plan: Psalms 23-25, Romans 4:1-12 ———- I’m thinking about God’s calling today. I realize there are folks…
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10 Big Mistakes I Made as a Young Pastor
To be honest, I’m not sure why I’m writing this one, since it can probably only embarrass me – but perhaps it might help a young leader not be as dumb as I’ve been.
Read More03/25/25 Connections
READING: One-year plan: Ruth 1-4 Two-year plan: Psalms 22, Romans 3:21-31 ———- Today is one of the days of Bible reading when we get…
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