It’s Pastor Appreciation Month — just in the nick of time!
In 1986, Edward Bratcher wrote in The Walk on Water Syndrome, “The typical pastor feels no one cares for him and his development” and noted that 83 […]
02
Oct
2021
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James Scott, Jr.
29
Sep
2021
When you follow Christ, goal-setting gets simpler …
Just because you become a follower of Jesus doesn’t mean you stop setting goals. Christians can have all kinds of good goals they pursue, like: “Become a […]
28
Sep
2021
Selflessness advances the kingdom of God …
In spite of what is widely and commonly taught, your own life is not “all about” your dreams. It isn’t even about you. That’s hard for people […]
27
Sep
2021
Baby steps for Nordic Track-hating bread eaters …
When I read the following “want ad” that was reported on the “Tonight Show,” I thought it was a humorous but accurate reflection of the American opinion […]
25
Sep
2021
12 signs you’re trying to lead an organization instead of a local church …
Many church leaders today have adopted a business model of leadership for themselves and business function for the local church they lead, although many of those same […]
20
Sep
2021
Biblical insights for good relationships …
Most of us want a life enriched by good relationships. I write “most” because there are those dysfunctional individuals who seem to thrive on conflict. Most of […]
18
Sep
2021
COMMUNION MEDITATION: The family meal …
Individuals are very habitual, but families can be, too. If there’s one habit or practice a family should make sure it observes, it’s eating dinner together. That […]
14
Sep
2021
When life springs a leak …
Last week someone posted the picture to the right on a social media site. It captured my attention because it represents how people often respond when “life […]
11
Sep
2021
COMMUNION MEDITATION: We won’t forget … really?
Twenty years ago a new catch phrase took hold of Americans across the country: “Never forget.” That came from the tragic loss of 2,977 lives from the […]
08
Sep
2021
The “anxiety cycle” and how to break free of it …
Everyone will occasionally experience anxiety, but for some people anxiety is a pervasive reality that negatively impacts the daily function of living. Some people find themselves swept […]