Hopefully one or more of these links will be helpful to you. I am so grateful that you come here each Monday. Glad to see this changing. I was glad to read this post! I’ve been concerned about this characterization for quite some time. “No more dumb old dad: changing the bumbling father stereotype.” Fathers… Continue reading Monday Start
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“I Shouldn’t Say This, But . . .”
You’ve heard these before haven’t you? “This may not be right, but . . .” “I don’t want to gossip, but . . .” “Maybe I shouldn’t say this, but . . .” Why would we say something like this? Why would we acknowledge what is wrong and then proceed to do exactly what we… Continue reading “I Shouldn’t Say This, But . . .”
4 Ways to Make a Significant Difference in Another’s Life
Far too many people squander the opportunity they have to make a powerful difference in the life of another. It doesn’t have to be this way Yet, I suspect you’ve been there. You have lunch or coffee with a friend. Later in the day, long after you’ve left your friend, you realize that when you are… Continue reading 4 Ways to Make a Significant Difference in Another’s Life
Ministry Inside.83
Each Thursday, I write a post particularly for church leaders. The following is part of a list of habits for church leaders who want to grow and develop. You can find part 1 here and part 2 here. Habit #6. Adjust your expectations. When I first began preaching, my expectations of people were way too high!… Continue reading Ministry Inside.83
Tom Olbricht: Reflections on My Life
For several weeks, I have been reading portions of Tom Olbricht’s new book Reflections on My Life: In the Kingdom and the Academy. Olbricht serves as Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Religion, Pepperdine University. For many years before serving at Pepperdine, he taught at Abilene Christian University. I bought and am reading this book for one… Continue reading Tom Olbricht: Reflections on My Life
Wanted: Moments of Grace
It was an embarrassing moment as a young minister. Charlotte and I had been living in Abilene while I finished seminary. I had just completed my studies and moved to north Alabama where I began preaching for a church. Now, I was a full-time minister for a congregation. I was overwhelmed and had no idea… Continue reading Wanted: Moments of Grace
Monday Start
Announcement Pete Scazzero (The Emotionally Healthy Church author) announces transition. Read about it here. Tweet I love this powerful tweet by Mark Batterson (June 3, 2012) “if you are LOOKING FOR AN EXCUSE you will ALWAYS find one. quit making excuses and start making choices.” Interview Lee Camp interviews Walter Brueggemann as he reflects upon… Continue reading Monday Start
The First Question Ever Asked a Human Being
They heard footsteps. They were frightened. They hid. Then, they began blaming one another for where their lives were at this point. God asked this man and woman this question: Where are you? They hid because they had disobeyed God. God had given them the freedom to enjoy a wonderful creation. He did tell them… Continue reading The First Question Ever Asked a Human Being
3 Suggestions to Help You Persevere
The truth is that God in Christ is greater than whatever obstacle might stand in the way.
Today:
1. Lean into your life. Don’t hold back.
2. Push forward. With God’s Spirit in you, the wind is at your back.
3. Take at least one step in the right direction.
Monday Start
Writing I found this post by Mike Martel helpful: “Ten Ways to Make Your Writing Quick and Easy.” I am not sure if the suggestions necessarily make writing quick and easy. However, these are excellent suggestions for anyone who is challenged to be creative. Regarding the Truth Don’t miss this excellent article from the Wall… Continue reading Monday Start