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Tag Archives: Leadership
A Sober Washington Looks Rough
Now that we’re a few weeks in, President Trump is like the host who’s closed the bar at Washington’s decade-long party (and being blamed for the hangovers). The whining and dishonesty is embarrassing to watch; and the people claiming to … Continue reading
Reflecting
Jesus reflected the Father. “Most assuredly I say to you, the Son can do nothing of Himself, but what He sees the Father do; for whatever He does, the Son does in like manner.” – John 5:19 NKJV Like a … Continue reading
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Knowing
Knowing someone means to be familiar with their traits and preferences. When the disciples were questioned about their Master being at a gathering of tax collectors, Jesus spoke up and said: “Those who are well have no need of a … Continue reading
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Wisdom 16.18
“Pride comes before destruction, and an arrogant spirit before a fall. Better to be lowly of spirit with the humble than to divide plunder with the proud.” – Proverbs 16:18-19 HCSB Pride is a peculiar ailment; easily identified by others, … Continue reading
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Reality
Jesus ministered within reality. For example, after Peter’s mother-in-law was healed, the whole town brought sick and demon-possessed people to be healed (and it went late into the night). The next morning, while Jesus was in His early prayer-time, the … Continue reading
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Wisdom 16.2
“All the ways of a man are pure in his own eyes, but the LORD weighs the spirits.” – Proverbs 16:2 NKJV Regardless of what popular culture considers acceptable, the Lord looks beyond actions to the motives of the heart. … Continue reading
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Following
Jesus didn’t call Simon and the others to a new social experience, He called them to a whole new life. He said: “Follow Me and I will make you fishers of men.” – Matthew 4:19 NKJV …and they immediately left their … Continue reading
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The Truth is, I was Wrong
Not all confessions are to be made public, but I’m compelled to share this one. For the past week, the next verses of scripture in our current sermon series have challenged me. And during the presidential inauguration yesterday, Franklin Graham … Continue reading
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Dots
Ever seen a children’s dot-to-dot puzzle? Sometimes the truth can be like one; you start with the first dot, then move to the next one, and eventually a pattern forms to reveal a picture. Such was the case with this statement … Continue reading
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Angry
Jesus got angry. As a matter of fact, He made a whip with His own hands and laid leather to the backs of those He was angry with: “And He found in the temple those who sold oxen and sheep … Continue reading
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Unclear
Have you ever faced a problem without a clear solution to pray for? Jesus’ Mom did. Her friends were out of wine at their wedding feast (which was a substantial issue considering the structured nature and social implications of such … Continue reading
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Clarification
When John the Baptist began preaching about the kingdom, his words were received in different ways. He preached about repentance and a lifestyle that reflected a change of direction. Luke even records specific groups of people asking him what the … Continue reading
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Why is there a “New Year”?
Why is there a “New Year”? Is it because we simply continue celebrating celestial events like the ancients did? For many it probably is, but there’s more to the story. Linear time was created with the rest of the universe. … Continue reading
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Happy New Year!
“Through the Lord’s mercies we are not consumed, because His compassions fail not. They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness. “The Lord is my portion,” says my soul, therefore I will hope in Him!” – Lamentations 3:22-24 NKJV … Continue reading
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Boldness
John the Baptist was a firebrand. He was rugged, outspoken, confident, and purposeful. People flocked to hear him, and his name was a regular topic around the marketplace. But how did John “the son of Zacharias”, eventually become “John the Baptist”? It was … Continue reading
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Detours
Have you ever been driving along when a detour sign forces you off-course? It can be like that sometimes on the road of life too. You’ve probably experienced it; having a route all planned when someone walks up holding a … Continue reading
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Wisdom 14.26
“In the fear of the Lord there is strong confidence, and His children will have a place of refuge. The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life, to turn one away from the snares of death.” – Proverbs … Continue reading
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Your
Simeon’s biography in Luke’s gospel is an “espresso” passage (small serving size, but strong content). He’s described as just, devout, and waiting for the Consolation of Israel. The Holy Spirit leads him to the Temple to see Jesus. As he holds Him … Continue reading
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Wisdom 14.12
“There is a way that seems right to a man, but in the end it leads to death.” – Proverbs 14:12 NIV At the end of it all, our opinions about “what’s right” will be irrelevant. Polling data, legal rulings, … Continue reading
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Orderly
Confusion can produce all kinds of mistakes; even fatal errors. For those alive in the years following Christ’s resurrection, there was a lot of confusion concerning Jesus. Many had encountered Him during His travels, heard stories, knew someone healed, and … Continue reading
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