11/12/15 You Have a Guard
READING: Matthew 27, Mark 15 TEXTS AND APPLICATION: I almost laughed out loud (actually, I did) as I read a portion of today’s reading. For much of the…
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12 Thank You Notes or Emails to Write this Year
Maybe you’d prefer to send a text or an email, but I nevertheless encourage you to express your thanksgiving to several people this year. With Thanksgiving just two weeks away, surprise somebody between now and then with a word of thanksgiving.
Read More11/11/15 That We Might Be with Him
READING: John 14-17 TEXTS AND APPLICATION: There is almost too much in these chapters to consider. From Jesus’ promise that He was going to prepare a place…
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12 Ways Satan Attacks Christian Marriages
I’ve studied spiritual warfare for more than twenty years, and I’m continually reminded of how the enemy attacks Christian marriages.
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10 Suggestions for Strengthening Student Ministries
Student ministry has changed a lot, though. In a recent Twitter and Facebook poll, coupled with personal interviews, I sought suggestions for improving student ministries today.
Read More11/10/15 The Lord Turned
READING: Luke 22, John 13 TEXTS AND APPLICATION: Perhaps you have Bible verses that, no matter how many times you read them, stop you in your…
Read More11/09/15 What Can I Say?
READING: Matthew 26, Mark 14 TEXTS AND APPLICATION: I cannot number the times I’ve said something I’ve later regretted. I try hard to listen and think before responding, but that…
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8 Reasons Older People Struggle with Change
I hear it all the time – something like, “The older people in our church just don’t like change. They’re aggravating.”
Read More11/08/15 Well Done?
READING: Matthew 25 TEXTS AND APPLICATION: Today’s reading continues the discussion of Jesus’ return. In this chapter, though, are recurrent and dramatic images about those who are…
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An Encouraging Word for Church Leaders for Today
Revelation 22:20 “He who testifies about these things says, ‘Yes, I am coming quickly.’ Amen! Come, Lord Jesus!” The Lord is coming back….
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