7 Reasons Every Pastor Ought to Train Believers Overseas for at Least a Week Each Year
I realize I’m writing this post in the midst of COVID, when few people are traveling—but I trust the opportunities will open again. When…
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01/27/21 Who is the Lord?
READING: Exodus 4-6, Matthew 16:21-17:21 The God of Israel said to Pharaoh through Moses and Aaron, “Let my people go” (Exo 5:1). Pharaoh, however,…
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8 Things I’ve Learned about Change in the Church
In April of this year, I’ll celebrate 40 years in full-time ministry. Over those decades, here are some of the things I’ve learned about…
Read More01/26/21 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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