2019-03-14 14:15
Scot McKnight shared the following on his blog today. It is so good I'm copying it here so I can find it again. Click through and read it there if you would.Quite a number of yea… Read More
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2019-01-20 07:49
Life is busy, God is good, and I love my wife and son. I'm far more frequent in activity over on Facebook if you want to look me up and follow me there you'll likely get more out of it… Read More
2017-10-20 16:27
Provocative post today by Joe Carter on The Gospel Coalition blog titled "How ‘LBGT-Affirming’ Is Like KJV-Onlyism".He makes some interesting arguments and comparisons.What do yo… Read More
2017-10-16 15:28
Biblicaltraining.org has put together some really good courses that they offer for FREE! There's even an Android App to go along with it. Additionally, your church can create the… Read More
2017-10-15 03:46
Good stuff from The Gospel Coalition.What to Pray For1. That we would have unity amid diversity—loving those with whom we have nothing in common but the gospel. 2. That a culture of di… Read More
2017-08-17 17:11
Just been a busy time of life and ministry, and I tend to post stuff on Facebook 99% of the time. Even my Twitter has become fairly lightly used for posting things.Does anyone still re… Read More
2016-03-19 18:53
One of my favorite bands has a new release out - details below!Dear Friends,We are thrilled to announce Lent to Maundy Thursday releases today! Thank you again to all of our IndieG… Read More
2016-03-19 18:53
The Fallout from Over-Programming Children I found this an interesting read that many of you parents might track with: Part 1 - http://rootedministry.com/articles/busy… Read More
2016-03-19 18:53
Found here originally.There you are sitting in worship or Bible study. Your child, or toddler, is restless. Perhaps they’re even a little boisterous. You try to silence them, and nothi… Read More
2016-03-19 18:53
2016-01-23 02:05
Alton Brown is a food savant. So his hot cocoa mix shouldn't be any different!Hot Cocoa MixIngredients2 cups confectioners' sugar1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, preferably Dutch proces… Read More
2015-11-09 23:03
Pastor's Favorites Tips for reading your Bible. ESV Study Bible (though we do use a mix in church currently) Why I Am a Church Member | Thom RainerCrazy Love |… Read More
2015-11-09 22:58
Below is the document Pastor Chris Meirose submitted for review prior to his Ordination. While it is not binding that all church members must adhere to this document, it gives you an i… Read More
2015-10-10 12:50
Interesting read by the always read-worthy Thom Rainer.Nine out of ten churches in America are either declining, or they are growing so slowly they are not keeping up with the growth rate of… Read More
2015-10-08 14:46
Great article by Tim Catchim over at V3.As I talk with various church leaders, I am discovering a common misunderstanding about the difference between ministry and disciple making.Describing… Read More
2015-10-07 02:43
This great article comes from Family Life - Canada.Seven steps to letting go of hurt and disappointment.by Dr. Dave Currie with Glen Hoos"Forgive and forget." It's a well-worn clich&eac&hell…Read More
2015-07-29 18:31
Some techniques from Cook's Country below that help get crisper oven wings.To get crispy chicken wings without frying, baking powder is the secret weapon; it helps break down the proteins wi… Read More
2015-06-26 14:48
I read this today:Jesus told us we would have hard times. He never promised us a prosperity gospel. He said we would face opposition, but he said he would be with us. If we are going to be f… Read More
2015-06-23 17:54
Great food for thought blog post by Thom Ranier today. Click through for the original post.Anatomy of a Sick Church – 10 Symptoms to WatchThere are certain metrics and issues phy… Read More
2015-06-02 20:23
Interesting piece from Ministry Best Practices: Read More
2015-05-31 04:11
A great piece over at Relevant Magazine with an excerpt below.______________________________________________Our mission isn’t to win converts; it’s to make disciples. So what is… Read More
2015-05-30 00:04
Great read from Chuck Lawless on the important role our own personal walk with Christ plays in the revitalization of our churches.___________________________________________________10 Reason… Read More
2015-05-24 03:21
Gavin Ortlund has a great peice on Tim Keller's thought on preaching over at The Gospel Coalition. Below is a excerpt.Tim Keller argues that there are six characteristics of… Read More
2015-05-20 19:01
From Thom Rainer.“Thank you for being here.” It’s just that basic. I have heard from numerous church guests who returned because they were simply told “thank you… Read More
2015-05-13 03:47
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2015-05-12 18:00
A couple of weeks ago I was given a copy of the book Motivate Your Child Action Plan. Below is the beginning of my ongoing review of this book.For now, I'm giving it 5 stars, and I'll… Read More
2015-05-09 16:06
Below is a portion of a FANTASTIC article covering Christianity in modern day China. Click through and read it all if you are interested.Christianity in ChinaAuthor: Eleanor Alber… Read More
2015-05-07 21:55
I'm inclined to agree with the article below. Thoughts? As I say in my statement of faith -Millennial and Tribulational ViewsI am not completely convinced and convicted to fall i… Read More
2015-05-07 21:55
I'm inclined to agree with the article below. Thoughts? As I say in my statement of faith -Millennial and Tribulational ViewsI am not completely convinced and convicted to fall i… Read More
2015-05-05 20:04
Some good thoughts from Thom Rainer on why we don't evangelize:The main reasons Christians do not evangelize are:Christians have no sense of urgency to reach lost people.Many Christians… Read More
2015-03-18 20:22
We are prone to overcomplicating the ways of Jesus.Love God, love people.Act justly, love mercy, walk humbly.Treat people as you want to be treated.If you want to be great, be a servant Read More
2015-03-02 22:40
Six Hours One Friday is yet again reason why Max Lucado's writings are so popular in the Christian marketplace. Lucado has a fantastically readable approach to his writing - appealing… Read More
2015-02-26 23:01
I had the opportunity to meet Thom Rainer in his office a couple of years ago and came away very impressed. I'd obviously previously read some of his books/writings, but because I'm no… Read More
2015-02-11 14:26
I'm not a culture warrior generally. As a Christian, I want to be known more for what I'm for (Jesus, grace, love, service, etc.) than for what I'm against.But from time to time there… Read More
2015-02-10 01:54
Alton Brown could cook a wooden spoon in swamp water and probably make it taste good. But thankfully he focuses his gifts on far more suitable fare like the following amazing recipe. … Read More
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