1. A heart renewed and empowered by the Spirit Ministry flows out of who we are. God may choose to use a seriously flawed leader for a specific amount of time, but without a strong character foundation, the weight of ministry will crush that leader. …
Read MoreThe “B” Word & the “S” Word
It is time for Christian leaders to collectively agree to drop two words from our vocabulary – the “B” word and the “S” words. These two words are utterly offensive and they ought to never be uttered from the lips of those who follow Christ. …
Read MoreWhat is the Worship Service X Factor?
Earl Creps wrote a great article for Monday Morning Insight about the X factor in worship services. He writes, I get a strange sensation with unnerving regularity when visiting Sunday morning worship services around the country. Sometimes it hits me right away, and other times …
Read MoreHave You Loved your Youth Pastor Today?
I love youth pastors. I love them because I believe in the work they do. I love them because I was one. Actually, I am still a youth pastor doing youth ministry. It is just that now my “youth” drive mini-vans, pay mortgages and have …
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