01/20/17 God Meant It for Good
READING: Genesis 49-50, Matthew 13:31-58 “God planned it for good . . . .” Genesis 50:20 Anyone who has studied the story of Joseph in the…
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12 Problems in Church Nurseries
More than one church growth writer or blogger has written about the importance of the church nursery, especially if we want to reach young families.
Read More01/19/17 About to Die
READING: Genesis 46-48, Matthew 13:1-30 Then Israel said to Joseph, “Look, I am about to die. . .” Genesis 48:21 Some of my sweetest moments…
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What People Expect from the Pulpit
Since 1995, I’ve been studying North American churches, lostness, and outreach. Much has changed in those 20+ years. What hasn’t changed, though, is what people expect from the pulpit.
Read More01/18/17 Words
READING: Genesis 43-45, Matthew 12:24-50 “I tell you that on the day of judgment people will have to account for every careless word they speak.” Matthew 12:36…
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10 Lessons about Ministry and the Internet
I’m old enough to remember when we didn’t use the Internet to do ministry. Now, I can’t imagine life without it.
Read More01/17/17 I Am Not Able
READING: Genesis 41-42, Matthew 12:1-23 “I am not able to,” Joseph answered Pharaoh. Genesis 41:16 I may be a minister of the gospel, but I still struggle…
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16 “Leadership Pauses” that Matter
Most leaders I know are go-getters. They establish goals and move forward, seldom slowing down or looking back.
Read More01/16/17 The Lord Was with Him
READING: Genesis 39-40, Matthew 11 “The Lord was with Joseph.” Genesis 39:2 Just a quick review of today’s reading makes it clear that God’s hand was on the…
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8 Reasons I Have Internet Accountability on My Computer and Restrictions on My Phone
I’m 56 years old, and I have Internet accountability (Covenant Eyes) on my computer and restrictions on my phone, blocked by a password I don’t know.
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