The Church is a String Around Its Own Finger
In The Road to Daybreak: A Spiritual Journey Henri Nouwen writes: “When we honestly ask ourselves which person in our lives mean the most to us, we often find that…
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The End of Church Discipline is Evangelism
There are very few times we have the recorded words of Jesus giving us a step by step methodology. It’s not that He doesn’t give instruction, for He certainly does….
Read MoreFather, Please Help My Children Submit Prayer Requests
One of the great privileges I have in serving as an elder in our church is that I get an email every week with the prayer requests that have been…
Read MoreA Simple Word of Caution to the Church Critic
Imagine the scene with me. You are having a conversation with a friend you know and love. It’s an enjoyable one, as all such conversations are with this person. You…
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Seeking the Good Ground to Grow Deep
The tree stood perilously along the edge of the cliff. He was but a young sapling, but there was something inside him that knew he was in a dangerous position….
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