Recent Blog Posts
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A Dead Church: Jesus’ Condemnation and Challenge to Sardis
Calling a church “dead” implies a lack of spiritual vitality, not necessarily a decline in activities or growth. Such churches may succumb gradually to complacency or spiritual apathy, often with a misplaced focus on worldly success over spiritual depth. Revival, as illustrated by Jesus’s message to the Church in Sardis, involves waking up, remembering the… Read More
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The Church in Thyatira: Stop Compartmentalizing Your Faith
The message to the church in Thyatira warns against compromising faith with worldly practices, urging adherence to sound doctrine, accountability, purity, and testing teachings against God’s Word. Rejecting false teachings and embracing holiness brings rewards and the promise of co-reigning with Christ in His Kingdom. Read More
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The Five Solas: Essential Truths of Our Faith
The Five Solas are Latin phrases from the Protestant Reformation encapsulating core Christian doctrines: Sola Scriptura (Scripture alone), Sola Fide (Faith alone), Sola Gratia (Grace alone), Solus Christus (Christ alone), and Soli Deo Gloria (Glory to God alone). Read More
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Faithfulness in the Face of Compromise
In Revelation 2:12-17 Jesus writes a message to the church in Pergamum. The text highlights the church’s faithfulness despite persecution in a city known as “the place where Satan dwells.” Yet, it faced criticism for compromising Biblical truths. This mirrors modern churches wrestling with cultural relevancy over Gospel integrity. Jesus calls for repentance, promising spiritual… Read More
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How To Develop Leadership Skills
Developing and cultivating leadership skills is a lifelong journey. It requires continuous learning, self-reflection, and practice. This post contains strategies to help you develop & cultivate leadership skills within yourself & your team. Read More
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The Church In Smyrna: A Lesson of Enduring Faith
The letter to Smyrna in Revelation 2:8-11 praises the church for unwavering faith amid persecution and poverty, offering no rebuke. Jesus, declaring eternal sovereignty and having conquered death, commends their spiritual wealth and endurance. Urging steadfastness, the passage reassures believers of triumph over adversity with divine promise, exemplified by martyr Polycarp. This timeless message encourages… Read More
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How to Have Courage in the Storm
Four spiritual anchors give us courage in life’s storms: God’s presence, our identity as God’s children, aligning with God’s will, & trusting God’s sovereignty. Read More
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Remembering Our First Love
The Ephesian church, praised for its hard work and correct beliefs, was rebuked by Jesus for losing its passionate devotion, its first love for Christ. For contemporary Christians, regaining this fervor requires remembering their initial encounter with Jesus, repenting for letting distractions dampen their ardor, and returning to early practices of faith to rekindle their… Read More
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Know Jesus: It’s Not that He Gets Us But That We Get Him
The controversial “He Gets Us” ad campaign that aired during the Super Bowl has sparked a lot of debate this week. These commercials began in 2022 with the goal of helping people know Jesus by connecting Him to modern-day issues. The “He […] Read More
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Being A Faithful Witness: Principles for Sharing the Gospel
Being a faithful witness of Jesus Christ involves sharing our faith in a respectful and compassionate manner, exalting Jesus over ourselves, communicating the need for and benefits of the gospel, emphasizing the importance of Jesus’s resurrection and repentance, relying on God’s help, being prepared for rejection, and praying for those we share the gospel with.… Read More
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The Passion of Jesus: Unveiling the Heart of Christianity
The Passion of Jesus Christ is the heart of Christianity! It should be no surprise that Mark devotes one-third of his Gospel to the events that occur in Jesus’ final week. Mark began his Gospel by declaring, “The beginning of the gospel […] Read More
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The Book of Revelation: Revealing Jesus Christ
Today, our church began a teaching series on the Book of Revelation. I plan to document our journey through this book. My hope is that you will gain a greater understanding of this incredible book. The Book of Revelation is a captivating […] Read More
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How To Finish Well: Your Finish Matters More Than Your Start
What matters in life is not how you start; but how you finish. This is a universal truth. It is true about sports, business, relationships, and even our spiritual journey. I think it’s safe to say that we all want to finish […] Read More
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The Reasons Volunteers Say “Yes”
Volunteers are the key to any healthy church. They are the backbone of every thriving ministry within the church. Every volunteer role, no matter how big or small, is essential to fulfilling the mission of the church. While the motivations to volunteer […] Read More
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From Followers to Leaders: How To Develop a Leadership Culture
Cultivating a Leadership Culture for Thriving Churches. Discover practical tips and strategies to empower individuals and transform your congregation. Read More
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The Key to Bearing Spiritual Fruit is Abiding
Do you feel like you are constantly striving yet falling short spiritually? Jesus says the key to bearing spiritual fruit is abiding in Him. As we shift our focus from striving to abiding, we embrace a life marked by the natural outpouring of spiritual fruit. Read More