An Encouraging Word for Church Leaders for Today
2 Chronicles 20:3 “Jehoshaphat was afraid, and he resolved to seek the Lord.” The king and his forces faced three enemies. Fear struck the king–but he…
Read More2 Chronicles 20:3 “Jehoshaphat was afraid, and he resolved to seek the Lord.” The king and his forces faced three enemies. Fear struck the king–but he…
Read MoreREADING: One-year plan: 1 Samuel 27-31, Luke 21:20-22:6 Two-year plan: Numbers 8:5-9:23, Mark 7:31-8:10 ——— Today’s New Testament reading shows us that Jesus taught…
Read MoreForty-three years ago last month, I began full-time ministry. Looking back, I realize now how many misperceptions I had about ministry then. Here are…
Read MoreREADING: One-year plan: 1 Samuel 24-26, Luke 20:27-21:19 Two-year plan: Numbers 7:40-8:4, Mark 7:11-30 ——— In today’s Old Testament reading, we read of instances…
Read MoreREADING: One-year plan: 1 Samuel 20-23, Luke 20:1-26 Two-year plan: Numbers 7:1-39, Mark 6:53-7:10 ——— The religious leaders of Jesus’ day knew Jesus had…
Read MoreWords worth considering, especially if you find yourself angry and unforgiving toward others: “Satan always hates Christian fellowship. It is his policy to keep…
Read MoreREADING: One-year plan: 1 Samuel 17-19, Luke 19:11-48 Two-year plan: Numbers 5:11-6:27, Mark 6:30-52 .——– The giant surely towered over the shepherd boy. Had…
Read MoreREADING: One-year plan: 1 Samuel 15-16, Luke 18:31-19:10 Two-year plan: Numbers 4:29-5:10, Mark 6:14-29 Sometimes our decisions have serious consequences – even life-changing, dramatic…
Read MoreOver the years, I’ve learned the value of listening to other believers—though I’ve sometimes learned the hard way. Perhaps one of these posts will…
Read MoreAs you prepare for worship today, pray for the senior adults in your church. Pray they will remain faithful servants even as they get…
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