01/21/21 Why?
READING: Genesis 41:37-43:34, Matthew 13:31-58 I actually chuckled when I read the text this time. The story itself is not funny—in fact, it’s in…
Read MoreREADING: Genesis 41:37-43:34, Matthew 13:31-58 I actually chuckled when I read the text this time. The story itself is not funny—in fact, it’s in…
Read MoreI love good leaders in churches. I may read a lot of books on leadership, but I learn as much from leaders I respect…
Read MoreREADING: Genesis 39:1-41:36, Matthew 13:1-30 Take a look at these descriptions of Joseph’s life in today’s Old Testament reading: “The Lord was with Joseph” (Gen 39:2)…
Read MoreIf you want to evaluate how outwardly-focused you are, try this simple exercise for yourself and then perhaps with your congregation. FOR THE SAKE OF…
Read MoreREADING: Genesis 36-38, Matthew 12:22-50 Jealousy can be a powerful emotion that sometimes leads to terrible responses. It invites sinners—like us—to tear down others…
Read MoreI understand that some changes are so immediately needed – like the sudden changes COVID required – that we must move quickly as church…
Read MoreREADING: Genesis 33-35, Matthew 11:20-12:21 Too often, we head to worship without really preparing our hearts to meet God. We show up for “worship”…
Read MoreTomorrow’s post deals with why we must be patient with church change, but I want to set up that post by reminding you of…
Read More“When God calls, you will come to a core conviction that you have heard him speak and that you must obey. You will then…
Read MorePsalm 95:6 “Come, let’s worship and bow down; let’s kneel before the Lord our Maker.” Worship Him today. Bow before Him. Lead your congregation to kneel…
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