Recent Blog Posts
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3 Categories of Parenting
Raising children is one of the most difficult and most fulfilling jobs in the world – and one for which we often feel least qualified. There’s plenty of information and resources for parents today. Just try doing a Google search on parenting […] Read More
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Is your system working?
“Your system is perfectly designed to provide the exact results you are getting.” – Andy Stanley Are you satisfied with the results you’re getting? Do you want to improve your spiritual discipline, physical fitness, or financial position? How about your family? Are […] Read More
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Legalism Kills…
Legalism is the religion of human achievement. It is when we exchange our relationship with Jesus for our own rules and rituals. Legalism takes the focus off of what God has done for us and puts the focus on what we have […] Read More
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Urgent vs Important
“The lion does not turn around when a small dog barks.”~African Proverb There is no cumulative value to the urgent things we allow to interfere with things that are important.So often, I allow the urgent to get in the way of the important. As […] Read More
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5 Types of Church Cultures
I’ve been reading “Cracking Your Church’s Culture Code: 7 Keys to Unleashing Vision & Inspiration” by Samuel Chand. In his book, Dr. Chand lists five types of organizational cultures found in churches. Based on my experience over the years, I’ve seen these […] Read More
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Live Like Christ
I was reading J. I. Packer’s devotional, Knowing God’s Purpose For Your Life, the other day and thought I’d share his thoughts on our call to live like Christ. “In Christ believers are involved in a process of character change. The Holy […] Read More
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Child Size Your Children’s Ministry
This summer I flew from Atlanta to Uganda for a mission trip. The time in Uganda was amazing; the 18 hours of traveling…not so much. I was cramped, uncomfortable, and nothing seemed to fit right. The chairs were too small, the legroom […] Read More
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Spiritual Rhythms are Necessary for Spiritual Growth: Creating Spiritual Rhythms
As followers of Christ, we must take personal responsibility to grow in our relationship with God. The truth is that spiritual growth doesn’t just happen. It involves the intentional practice of spiritual rhythms to help you connect with God on a regular […] Read More
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Pass The Baton of Faith To Our Kids
If you’re like me, every four years, you stay up far too late watching the Summer Olympics. I particularly love watching the 4×100 relay. The exchange of the baton in these races is crucial to the team’s success. Missing the exchange can […] Read More