Tag: God-Hungry
Ministry Inside.77
Each Thursday, I post something I think might be helpful or encouraging to church leaders. (You might also find it helpful to read an earlier post about some of the real mental and emotional challenges in ministry.) Habits that will help you keep your sanity as a Christian leader: 1. Have a strong sense of… Continue reading Ministry Inside.77
Monday Start (Resources for the Week)
Each Monday, I post a number of links to articles, posts, etc. I recently read. The ones cited are those which I think may interest you. Let me encourage you to subscribe to the e-mail updates of the posts on my blog (if you haven’t already. Or, let me encourage you to subscribe to the… Continue reading Monday Start (Resources for the Week)
Ministry Inside.76
Expectations are everything! So what do you expect? This is a huge issue for many ministers. Far too many of us have very unrealistic expectations of ourselves, our work, and the congregations we serve. At this point, someone might want to quickly interject, “But I think we ought to have high standards. Isn’t the bar… Continue reading Ministry Inside.76
Ministry Inside.75
Did you know that ministry can make you feel as if you are losing your mind? Ok. Maybe it is not supposed to be that way but I do know many people who have experienced this. I certainly have at times. I am going to list four ways this happens and next week will give… Continue reading Ministry Inside.75
Put Others at Ease by Laughing at Yourself
There are some people I don’t kid. I don’t joke with these people. I don’t think I have permission to do so. Perhaps you know people like this. They are deeply serious people – especially about themselves. They might tell a joke or tease someone but you don’t feel as if you have the permission… Continue reading Put Others at Ease by Laughing at Yourself
Thanks Very Much
Yesterday, I learned this blog is again one of the top 200 church blogs according to Kent Shaffer at Church Relevance. I mention this because this is only possible because of all of you who read this blog on a regular basis. Some of you have been reading A Place for the God-Hungry for many… Continue reading Thanks Very Much
Ministry Inside.74
I was once at a conference with mostly ministers and other church leaders in attendance. A friend of mine came in late the first evening. The room was full but there was an empty seat on a back row. The guy took this seat. Meanwhile, the conference began and our host proceeded to welcome us… Continue reading Ministry Inside.74
Your Focus Really Does Make a Difference
Some people lean into the future. Others never seem to leave the past. Recently I heard a news report about a local school that was closing due to finances. At one point in the report, one of the teachers was interviewed. She described the challenge facing all who are connected with the school. She spoke… Continue reading Your Focus Really Does Make a Difference
Monday Start (Resources for the Week)
Thinking about your life? Gary Thomas is a writer whom I have enjoyed for a number of years. This past weekend, Charlotte and I were a part of a marriage seminar with him. Outstanding! You might enjoy some of these free resources from his website. I continue to be amazed at how much money Americans… Continue reading Monday Start (Resources for the Week)