A common cry among organizations and churches is “How can we develop more leaders?” Leadership development programs and courses abound but how effective are they at developing leaders? The better question is, “How did Jesus develop His leaders?” With Jesus… Continue Reading →
Being the optimist that I am I find it easy to hope for the best; however, hope is not a strategy. The experience of life however, has taught is teaching me to prepare for the worst. Solomon teaches us, Hope deferred makes… Continue Reading →
Moving Forward provides practical steps for forgiving yourself and breaking free from the past. The author, Everett Worthington Jr., is a researcher in the field of forgiveness. Worthington has experienced the need for forgiveness in his life as his mother was beaten… Continue Reading →
Jeanne and I have been at Fellowship Bible Church for 26 years and we’re moving to a new ministry. Fellowship has become a family to us and it’s hard saying good-by to family members. We have developed deep and lasting… Continue Reading →
What comes to mind when you think of the word “vulnerability?” It’s usually not a word that we want to characterize our lives. Brene Brown in Daring Greatly reveals how the courage to be vulnerable transforms the way we live, love,… Continue Reading →
I went with a friend and his son to Key West as he participated in the Swim Around Key West and I was his kayaker for the event. The swim is 12.5 miles in the ocean and we completed our… Continue Reading →
Have you ever had seasons in your life when you’re really busy? Perhaps you’re in one of those seasons right now – I am! How can you stay focused and keep your composure when it seems like there is too… Continue Reading →
Anam Cara: A Book of Celtic Wisdom describes a soul friend and it was recommended by a good soul friend of mine. The book presents a view of spirituality incorporating aspects of Christianity and traditional Celtic spirituality. Anam Cara is Gaelic… Continue Reading →
I took an early morning run along the beach and had the joy of watching the sunrise. The faint pink glow gave rise to the red sun slowly inching across the horizon. I thought of the Psalmist’s declaration, The heavens are… Continue Reading →
My Utmost for His Highest is the title of a devotional by Oswald Chambers. As I consider this concept I ask myself, “Am I giving my utmost for His highest?” If my answer is “yes” then it will mean that I’m… Continue Reading →
Have you ever had a prayer request that didn’t turn out the way you had hoped? If so you’re in good company – that was the experience of the Apostle Paul. Paul was tormented by a “thorn in the flesh”,… Continue Reading →
What are your thoughts as you look at the world? If you focus solely on the headlines it may seem rather depressing. Many people long for hope and they look for it in government, education, technology, and many different places… Continue Reading →
Humble Orthodoxy: Holding the truth high without putting people down by Joshua Harris effectively navigates the challenge of presenting biblical truth with a loving and humble spirit. He describes “humble orthodoxy” as follows: “we must care deeply about truth, and… Continue Reading →
My current ministry position enables me to interact with a large number of churches. I had the opportunity this past weekend to be with The Church at LifePark at the White Oak Conference and Retreat Center. It was great to… Continue Reading →
What opportunities do you have in your life? Thomas Edison wisely observed, “Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work.” How many opportunities do you miss because they are disguised as insurmountable… Continue Reading →
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