I do not agree with an old saying, “Children should be seen and not heard.” When it comes to Christians (God’s children), our society attempts to adopt such an archaic philosophy. Most non-Christians care less about what we do on Sunday morning and where we give our money. However when we open our mouths andContinue reading ““Cannot But Speak” Introduction”
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Becoming “Glow in the Dark” People (Lesson #12- Summer School with Jesus)
Today’s Reading: Matthew 5:14-15 (HCSB) You are the light of the world. A city situated on a hill cannot be hidden. No one lights a lamp and puts it under a basket, but rather on a lampstand, and it gives light for all who are in the house. Today’s Question: If asked candidly, whom wouldContinue reading “Becoming “Glow in the Dark” People (Lesson #12- Summer School with Jesus)”
When it is Good to Get Hate Mail (Lesson 9- Summer School with Jesus)
Today’s Reading: Matthew 5:10-12 (HCSB) Those who are persecuted for righteousness are blessed, for the kingdom of heaven is theirs. You are blessed when they insult and persecute you and falsely say every kind of evil against you because of Me.Be glad and rejoice, because your reward is great in heaven. For that is how they persecuted theContinue reading “When it is Good to Get Hate Mail (Lesson 9- Summer School with Jesus)”
The Cornerstone of Discipleship (Lesson 2- Summer School with Jesus)
Today’s Reading: Matthew 5:3 (HCSB) The poor in spirit are blessed, for the kingdom of heaven is theirs. Today’s Question: Why is humility the most important description of Jesus’ followers? Today’s Commentary: Jesus envisioned that His followers would be unmistakable. While they would be far from perfect, they would be undeniably marked as Christians. People would knowContinue reading “The Cornerstone of Discipleship (Lesson 2- Summer School with Jesus)”
Spirit-Led Disciple-Making
Can I claim to be a follower of Christ if I choose to live for myself? I have no right to say that I am a disciple of Christ unless I possess the “mind of Christ.” (see 1 Corinthians 2:15-16 ) But the call of our Lord is no less than to die to selfContinue reading “Spirit-Led Disciple-Making”
The Life and Times of the Lone “Reacher” (Spirit-led Outreach Series)
There she goes. The Lone “Reacher.” Riding off into the sunset after a long, but eventful day of sharing the Gospel. She is a seasoned evangelist who can take down almost any argument against God. There are few who are like her. Maybe that is a good thing. While some people enjoy the solitude ofContinue reading “The Life and Times of the Lone “Reacher” (Spirit-led Outreach Series)”
Is 100% Possible? (Grammatically Correct Church Series)
Some fellow pastors think I am crazy. I honestly expect that every church should have 100% of the believers in the congregations involved in active ministry. Is this unrealistic to expect that every person in my church who has trusted Christ for salvation would use their gifts and time to serve others? But I find that someContinue reading “Is 100% Possible? (Grammatically Correct Church Series)”
What is the Value of a Volunteer?
What is the value of a brother or sister, mom or dad? What is the value of a faithful friend? Our society has a habit of placing value on that which is self-serving (cars, phones, houses, etc.) and downplaying relationships. Last night I was challenged with a thought, “How much value does our church leadershipContinue reading “What is the Value of a Volunteer?”
Shepherding Well 