A key idea behind the two service system
I’ve written a new essay explaining a fundamental change in thinking that is needed in smaller churches if they are to […]
Church Leadership, Forward Look
Journal
Is the New Menu Working?
I am experimenting with the ability of my Word Press Theme to include a custom menu. For the spring I
Journal, Joy Notes
Spring means counting robins
What says spring like counting the returning birds? Last weekend, I went for my neighborhood walk (about 1 mile each way)
Journal, Joy Notes
Help in seeking God – a testimony
Ever since we have set our hearts on seeking God together, it seems that I have been supernaturally aided in
Journal
A recommended way to help Japan
Sometimes people ask a pastor for a good charity to give to in a crisis such as the one in
Journal, Meditations
The simplest and most compelling reason for seeking God
Here are two sections by E. Stanley Jones from a daily devotional book I highly recommend. I have followed them
Meditations
Encouragements for Seeking God – Reaching for Higher Thoughts and Ways
“For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares the Lord. “As the heavens are
Meditations
Encouragements For Seeking God — We Need Jesus’ Companionship
A classic devotional from Charles Spurgeon on why we need to spend time with God “Abide in Me.” John
Journal, Joy Notes
Fifty Days of Refreshing — 7 Ways to Grow Your Faith
During our 50 Days of Refreshing Emphasis leading up to Easter, I hope to add several posts and pages encouraging