03/28/24 Only for a Time
READING: One-year plan: Deuteronomy 26-28, Luke 4:1-30 Two-year plan: Leviticus 4, Matthew 26:47-56 ——– I’m grateful when the anguish of temptation passes. The battles…
Read More03/27/24 As He was Praying
READING: One-year plan: Deuteronomy 22-25, Luke 3 Two-year plan: Leviticus 1-3, Matthew 26:31-46 ———- Ask most church members what they know about Jesus’ baptism,…
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Wednesday Words: Brian Croft on Patience and Perseverance in Church Revitalization
If you’re serving in a church revitalization situation, don’t forget these words of of pastor Brian Croft: “The first principle in pursuing church health…
Read More03/26/24 Depart in Peac
READING: One-year plan: Deuteronomy 18-21, Luke 2:21-52 Two-year plan: Exodus 40, Matthew 26:17-30 ——— His name was Simeon, and the Holy Spirit had promised…
Read More03/25/24 Sun, Moon, and Stars
READING: One-year plan: Deuteronomy 14-17, Luke 1:67-2:20 Two-year plan: Exodus 38:21-39:43, Matthew 26:1-16 ——– In today’s Old Testament reading, we find these words of…
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7 Reasons Preaching Energizes Me
Yesterday, I had the privilege of preaching three times at a local church. I was tired when the third service ended, but I was…
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An Encouraging Word for Church Leaders for Today
Philippians 1:6 — “I am sure of this, that he who started a good work in you will carry it on to completionuntil the day of…
Read MoreSaturday Suggestion: Identifying Problem People in Your Church
I hope this post will help you identify folks who could be problem folks in your church. Some folks can be really frustrating.
Read More03/22/24 Who He Is . . . and What He Requires
READING: One-year plan: Deuteronomy 10-13, Luke 1:39-66 Two-year plan: Exodus 37:1-38:20, Matthew 25:31-46 ———- Today, I simply allow the Word of God to speak…
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What Happens when We Blame Others for Ministry Difficulties
As a pastor, I really do understand. Ministry is hard, and some people in churches never get on board. Nevertheless, Thom Rainer showed years…
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