10 of My Reasons for Hope in the American Church
Last week, I posted on ten of my fears for the American church. Today, here’s the other side of the coin: ten of my reasons for hope for the American church.
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07/10/16 Guard My Mouth
READING: Psalms 140-145 One of the easiest ways to fall into the snare of the devil is to let our tongue get the best of us. It’s…
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An Encouraging Word for Church Leaders for Today
Psalm 145:21 "My mouth will speak in praise of the Lord. Let every creature praise his holy name for ever and ever." Speak His…
Read More07/09/16 Gratitude for His Grace
READING: Psalms 133-139 It’s hard to read Psalm 139 and not simply be amazed at God. Even if you’ve already read the psalm today, read it…
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Saturday Suggestions: July 9, 2016
Take a look at these resources to help you this week, covering topics like email, the unchurched, change, family mealtimes, and evangelism.
Read More07/08/16 He Does Not Sleep
READING: Psalms 120-132 As I write this devotion, I’m tired. Some of that may be because I spend too many hours working, and some of it…
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Why Church Should Make You Uncomfortable this Weekend
When you love your local church, it’s fun to gather with the people of God. We look forward to hanging out with people we love each weekend. I’m arguing in this post, though, that church should be at least a little bit uncomfortable for all of us.
Read More07/07/16 Standing on End
READING: Psalms 119:89-176 In my mind, three themes have echoed throughout my readings this year as I watch for texts about spiritual warfare: (1) the devil…
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10 Reasons Leaders Don’t Disciple the Way Jesus Did
Jesus preached to the crowds, but He invested in the few: 12 disciples overall, three with whom He spent more time (Peter, James, and John), and perhaps one with whom He spent even more time (Peter). Many church leaders don’t operate that way, though – and that’s a problem.
Read More07/06/16 Longing and Delighting
READING: Psalm 119:1-88 To be honest, I’m a bit embarrassed as I read today the first half of the longest chapter in the Bible. I’m embarrassed…
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