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Tag Archives: Leadership
2-5-16 “Yours”
How do we pray “In this manner…concerning kingdom”? The second phrase in Jesus’ model prayer is: “…Your kingdom come, Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.” Matthew 6:9-10 What exactly are we asking for when requesting His kingdom … Continue reading
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Tagged Bible, Bible Study, Christian, Christian blogs, Christian Life, Christian Parenting, Christianity, church, Devotional, faith, God, hope, Jesus, Leadership, Pastors, Prayer
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What can you declare today?
Sometimes along the journey, there are moments when I have to stop to ponder what I know to be true, and simply declare it. It’s the times when circumstances get confusing, disappointment comes, or doubt creeps in. Life is full of … Continue reading
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Tagged Bible, Bible Study, Christian, Christian blogs, Christian Life, Christian Parenting, Christianity, church, Devotional, faith, God, hope, Leadership, Love, Pastors, Prayer
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More Than Silence at Ground Zero – (Revisited)
With the significance of today and the “wheels coming off” of our nation’s bus, I thought back to this moment. I must confess – I needed the reminder… — Post from 9/11/13 — Today, with a moment of silence our country remembers the terrible events … Continue reading
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Tagged 9/11, Bible, Bible Study, Christian, Christian blogs, Christian Dads, Christian Life, Christian Parenting, Christianity, church, Devotional, faith, freedom, God, hope, Leadership, liberty, Pastors, Patriotism, Prayer
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Have People Lost Their Ever-Loving-Mind?
Over the last few weeks, there’s been a number of news stories that make you wonder if some people have simply “lost-their-ever-loving-mind”. For example, commentators and politicians are blaming everything (but the shooter) for the terrible murder of the reporter … Continue reading
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Tagged Bible, Bible Study, Christian, Christian blogs, Christian Life, Christian Parenting, Christianity, church, faith, God, hope, Jesus, Leadership, Pastors, Prayer
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Plain Talk is the Language of Common Sense
Whatever happened to “plain talk”? For generations, our culture was served well by leaders, teachers, pastors and parents who knew the value of “plain talk”. It wasn’t mean-spirited or hateful (at least most of the time), it was the pursuit of … Continue reading
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Tagged Bible, Bible Study, Christian, Christian blogs, Christian Dads, Christian Life, Christian Parenting, Christianity, church, Devotional, faith, God, Leadership, Marriage & Family, Parenting, Pastors, Prayer
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Being Grieved Over Sin Doesn’t Make You a Bigot
There’s a collective sadness sweeping over our beloved country. It isn’t hate-filled, small-minded, or nostalgic; it’s grief. It’s a genuine, heart-felt, deep-in-the-soul sigh over legal affirmation of sin. Of course that statement probably offends some, but the desire isn’t to … Continue reading
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Tagged Bible, Christian, Christian Life, Christian Parenting, Christianity, church, faith, God, hope, Independence Day, Jesus, July 4th, Leadership, liberty, Parenting, Pastors, Prayer
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What in the World is Going On?
With cultural values changing almost daily, maybe you’re thinking, “What in the world is going on?” If so, check out this short video on the effects of postmodern thought:
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Tagged apologetics, Bible, Bible Study, Christian, Christian blogs, Christian Dads, Christian Life, Christian Parenting, Christianity, church, Devotional, faith, God, hope, Leadership, Marriage, Marriage & Family, Parenting, Pastors, Prayer
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Yappy Dogs
I must confess; “yappy dogs” are driving me nuts. Let me explain. This week I’ve been working outside cleaning and staining our deck. The weather has been perfect, but there are two little dogs that constantly bark. Funny thing though, … Continue reading
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Tagged Bible, Bible Study, Christian, Christian blogs, Christian Life, Christianity, church, Devotional, faith, God, hope, Leadership, Pastors, Prayer
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Stumped Toes and Skinned Knees
Sometimes the journey of faith is filled with “stumped toes” and “skinned knees”. Do you ever feel like sitting down, tending to your wounds, and giving up? If so, you’re not alone. Jesus understands the struggles we face. Think about … Continue reading
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Tagged Bible, Bible Study, Christian, Christian blogs, Christian Life, Christian Parenting, Christianity, church, Devotional, faith, God, hope, Leadership, Parenting, Pastors, Prayer
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“So you love the Groom, but hate His Bride?”
I’m really saddened by one of the new trends in Christian blogging, which seems to be bashing the Church while proclaiming love for Jesus (although they prefer more spiritual descriptions for their work). Here’s my suggestion for fellow bloggers who … Continue reading
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Tagged Bible, Christian, Christian blogs, Christian Life, Christianity, church, faith, Leadership, Pastors, Prayer
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Cleats are “Kinda Useful”
Recently, I had the occasion to play in a flag football game. And for the record, (with the exception of being the oldest guy on the field), there’s nothing brag-worthy to report. However, I did get reminded of a basic … Continue reading
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Tagged apologetics, Bible, Bible Study, Christian, Christian blogs, Christian Dads, Christian Life, Christian Parenting, Christianity, church, Devotional, faith, Leadership, Pastors, Prayer
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Christian Leaders and the Pressure to Compromise
When in a leadership position, one’s core beliefs can often be threatened. It may not always be directly aimed at you, but the pressure to compromise can build up over time. It may feel like the result of current cultural … Continue reading
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Tagged Bible, Bible Study, Christian, Christian Dads, Christian Life, Christian Parenting, Christianity, church, Devotional, faith, hope, Leadership, Parenting, Pastors, Prayer
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An Easy Way to Discuss Worldviews at the Dinner Table
Does the challenge of teaching a “Christian Worldview” to your children, leave you feeling a little intimidated? If so, you’re not alone. I think most of us trying to parent from a biblical perspective feel the pressure of an increasingly … Continue reading
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Tagged Bible, Christian, Christian Life, Christian Parenting, Christianity, Devotional, faith, Leadership, Parenting, Pastors
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A Golden Nugget to Pass Along
My inbox reminds me of a certain space on our kitchen counter where things appear “out of nowhere”. However, today one of the many emails was a golden nugget from Chuck Swindoll. It came via his blog to pastors, but … Continue reading
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Tagged Bible, Bible Study, Christian, Christian Life, Christianity, church, Devotional, faith, hope, Leadership, Marriage, Ministry, Pastors, Prayer
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Lasting Influence
It’s been said that, “Leadership is Influence”. John Maxwell is most often credited with the quote, but it’s an old truth; one history reveals in powerful stories of success and failure. As I thought and prayed through the end/beginning of … Continue reading
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Tagged Bible, Bible Study, Christian, Christian Life, Christian Parenting, Christianity, church, Devotional, faith, hope, Leadership, Pastors
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Have We Lost the Battle?
Last week in Munich, Germany I had the opportunity to work with some great folks who are tirelessly trying to reach their city with the Good News of Jesus. It’s a tough environment in many ways and what the experts … Continue reading
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Tagged Bible, Bible Study, Christian, Christian Life, Christianity, church, Devotional, faith, hope, Leadership, Pastors, Prayer
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Is Thanksgiving Going Away?
So let me get this straight, “Black Friday” has been replaced by “Brown Thursday”? With stores opening as early as 6:00am on Thanksgiving Day, I guess Granny will have some empty seats at the table this year (since blenders are … Continue reading
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Tagged Christian Life, Christianity, church, Devotional, faith, hope, Leadership, Parenting, Pastors, Thanks, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Day
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A Quote Worth Passing Along
I hear and see a lot of quotes, but one really grabbed me recently. I heard it on the radio in an old sermon by Adrian Rogers. He was talking about the value of truth and trusting God’s Word as … Continue reading
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Tagged Bible, Bible Study, Christian, Christian Life, Christianity, church, Devotional, faith, hope, Leadership, Pastors
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Work & Rest: 2 Helpful Questions for Finding Balance
Is your candle burning at both ends and melting in the middle too? I think a lot of us would have to say yes (at least sometimes). Truth is, balancing work and rest in our modern environment is challenging. A … Continue reading
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Tagged Bible, Bible Study, Christian, Christian Life, Christian Parenting, Christianity, church, Devotional, faith, Leadership, Marriage, Parenting, Pastors, Prayer, rest
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Hot on Sunday, Cold on Monday
As I’m preparing to lead small group discussions this week (using The Gospel Project material), I’m pondering a principle that helps me visualize properly relating to people. Whether it’s personal, professional, or in small group; there are some interesting applications. … Continue reading
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Tagged Bible, Bible Study, Christian, Christian Life, Christianity, Devotional, faith, Leadership, Marriage, Marriage & Family, Parenting, Pastors, Relationships, The Gospel Project
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