Family dynamics have changed the look of volunteer ministry. Churches that refuse to recognize this change will inevitably see a decline not only in ministry participation but also in the spiritual growth of the congregation. Families look different today than when I was a kid (BTW, I am only 37 years old). We did notContinue reading “Families: A Help or Hindrance to Ministry Service? (Ministry Trends Series)”
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Are People Still Volunteering? (Ministry Trends Series)
“Times have changed. People are not interested in serving in the church.” This was the statement of a frustrated and overworked pastor. He was right and wrong at the same time. Today is different than fifty years ago. I disagree, however, that people are less interested. Churches that refuse to adapt to changing trends inContinue reading “Are People Still Volunteering? (Ministry Trends Series)”
The Cross Changed “the Ministry” (The Grammatically Correct Church Series)
Prior to the death and resurrection of Christ Jesus, “the ministry” was delegated to a small percentage of people. These included Levites, Priests, Prophets, and a few other leaders in Israel. The cross of Christ, however, changed that. The ministry responsibility was expanded exponentially- to every believer in Christ. Believers are a volunteer army thatContinue reading “The Cross Changed “the Ministry” (The Grammatically Correct Church Series)”
Are you a “10?” (Greater Works Series)
We do not have the strength to walk with Christ by ourselves. We need someone to support and guide us. Jackie Robinson was the first black man to play major league baseball, but this pioneering came at a price. Jackie was criticized heavily for every single mistake. Once when he was playing on the team’sContinue reading “Are you a “10?” (Greater Works Series)”
Spirit-o-Phobia (Greater Works Series)
At age fifteen, I had no choice. If I wanted to learn how to drive a vehicle and take the test to get my license, I had to learn to drive a “stick shift.” That extra pedal on the left and thing between the seats caused me more fear than the act of driving orContinue reading “Spirit-o-Phobia (Greater Works Series)”
Someone Who Can Do Something Greater Than Jesus (Greater Works Series)
The current world record for running the mile is three minutes and forty three seconds (Hicham El Guerrouj). What if I told you that I possess a single pill that would enable you to break this record no matter your age or medical condition? Would you say I was insane or question my truthfulness? TheContinue reading “Someone Who Can Do Something Greater Than Jesus (Greater Works 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?”
From Tone Deaf to Perfect Pitch
Music is beautiful when there is the perfect balance of a strong melody and a complementing harmony. For two accomplished piano players, whose love for music was stifled by debilitating strokes, this ability to enjoy the eighty-eight keys was severely diminished. Margret was impaired on the left side and Ruth on the right. Yet,Continue reading “From Tone Deaf to Perfect Pitch”
Shepherding Well 