Jesus said… 23 “Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother or sister has something against you, 24 leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be reconciled to them; then come and offer your gift. (Matthew 5:23-24 NIV). Even before the first souls were taken […]
It always bothers me when someone uses Mathew 18 as the handbook for conflict resolution in the church. Sure, it contains some important conflict resolution principles, but the main point of the passage deals with sin that could result in someone being kicked out of the church. Here’s my issue, one person’s sin is another […]
Listen to or Download this message. I had a great opportunity recently to speak to the young adult community at Hope Church. Message Summary In this message I unpack two paths… One is an example of utter Self Centeredness…Rebellion against God that leads to a life of futility, isolation and misguided fear. The other is a […]
In honor of Black History month my dear pastor friend in Chicago posted a short quiz in the church Bulletin last weekend. I decided to post some of the questions here… It is inspiring to learn the amazing things that Black Americans have done to make this country great. Test your knowledge of Black History […]
As I take a few moments to pause with God at the start of my day, today’s “verse of the day” at BibleGateway.com really caught me this morning. There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in […]
This video really speaks for itself and would have been perfect in 1985.
I often here people say that the church is really a business and should be run like a business. I must admit they have a point. Some of the basic principles of a business plan or even the accountability of a P & L are just good practices. Churches would do well to apply them appropriately to ministry. […]
I recently asked posted an informal survey asking a few friends about which virtualization platform they prefer. I only received a few responses, however, I still found the information helpful since the responses I did receive came from a relatively wide range of organizational types and sizes. I expected a higher number of people voting […]
The purpose of his physical presence on Earth was so crystal clear in his mind that given the opportunity for fame, Jesus withdrew. Given the opportunity for power, Jesus withdrew. When he was given the opportunity to defend himself when He was falsely accused, Jesus withdrew. The only time Jesus didn’t withdraw was when he had […]
When I think of the heroes like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. from our past who have paid so much for the freedoms that we take for granted, I am overwhelmed with gratitude. Why is Martin Luther King Jr. such a hero to me? I can tell you that it is not because he […]