I have discussed the situation I found myself in here. I have also discussed how God directed me to lead with Spiritual Formation and Discipleship in mind. Now, I will tell you about a few of the things we tried and how they worked. Daily Prayer. Everyday at 9:30, any staff that wants to meet... Continue Reading →
How To Make Serving Others Easy
I was talking to a Pastor friend of mine recently and he expressed the need for his church members to be more willing to help and volunteer for the various ministries of the church. His church had seen growth in numbers but not as much in willingness to serve and contribute to the work of... Continue Reading →
Removing Yourself From The Center Of The Universe
The biggest obstacle to God's kingdom is not Satan but the kingdom that I inhabit and try to rule. We all have a kingdom and the best place to be is placing our kingdom inside God's kingdom and let him rule. When I am the center of the universe then only my needs are important... Continue Reading →
23 Things – Week 6: Service
Week 6: Service 13. Read Philippians 2:3-11. What is one way that you could humble yourself today in a tangible way? 14. Make a list of ways that your church is reaching out to its community? Are there areas in the community that are not being reached? 15. Read this excerpt from a commencement address... Continue Reading →
Christian Life Hacker Guide To Christmas
Christmas may be my favorite religious holiday. Why? Because it seems to be the only time when Evangelical Christians allow themselves to be spiritual. Most evangelical church services contain so much activity and noise that it is a wonder anyone can muster a spiritual thought. But at Christmas, no one seems to be freaked out... Continue Reading →
Spiritual Mentor: David Leyerle
This week, I am profiling people who have had the most influence on my Christian spiritual life. Today's profile is a minister that I knew growing up and later worked under for four years. David Leyerle His Influence: As the Minister of Recreation at my hometown church I would have admired and looked up to... Continue Reading →