G.K. Chesterton said, “The Bible tells us to love our neighbors and to love our enemies probably because they are the same people.” In Nehemiah, the neighbors from on all four sides became opposition to progress. Nehemiah 4:1-23, details the situation and the adjustments Nehemiah had to finish the building project. For Nehemiah and us,Continue reading “Holding on for Change”
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Strategy for Change
Strategic planning is a place some will not venture. In the Church, it is the pseudo-spiritual that see no basis for the practice of the organization. Addressing the Church’s unique ministry context is required for Church leaders. Proverbs 19:21 states, “There are many devices in a man’s heart; nevertheless the counsel of the Lord, thatContinue reading “Strategy for Change”
Faith for Change
In the Gospel according to Mark, Jesus utters four words that are incredibly powerful. He says, “Have faith in God” (11:22). He proceeds to talk to them about having faith to move mountains and about the disciple’s prayer life. In the previous blog post, we ended with a prayer to receive a burden and inContinue reading “Faith for Change”
A Burden for Change
Change is a necessity but rarely is it readily accepted. Innovation, flexibility, and growth all require changes to take place at personal and organizational levels. How does this happen? Specifically, how does this happen in churches? Might I suggest this pathway: 1) a burden, 2) faith, 3) strategy and implementation, and 4) endurance. NehemiahContinue reading “A Burden for Change”
Cardinal Principles of the Christian Baptist
A couple of weeks ago, I posted A pre-history of the Christian Baptists. The focus was on the surrounding preceding church culture and events that helped form our foundation. That is still an area of interest and further research. Many others were also very interested and is provoking some further research on my part. The ChristianContinue reading “Cardinal Principles of the Christian Baptist”
The Second Mile
Last evening, I preached on being a second mile Christian. The text is found in Matthew 5:38-48. It is a small part of the Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. In this passage, Jesus is encouraging believers to go above and beyond in a loving reaction to evil actions from others toward them. We are toContinue reading “The Second Mile”
Fishing Family
We just came back from vacation from Myrtle Beach. We celebrated Father’s day during our time away, and it gave me some opportunities to fish. I grew up fishing, and it was a powerful connection that I shared with my dad and both of my grandfathers. During those outings, I learned many lessons about lifeContinue reading “Fishing Family”
A pre-history of the Christian Baptists
The following is a pre-history of the formation of the Ohio Valley Association of Christian Baptist Churches of God, which I am ordained through. If you would like to know more about us you can find the link here. This blog examines the surrounding context of our formation and a backdrop for why. Baptist TraditionContinue reading “A pre-history of the Christian Baptists”
Three Church Government Structures
We just went through our annual business meeting last week. Many people cannot stand meetings. I do not hate meetings. In fact, I enjoy meetings (when they are productive and result in action). If the church you attend provides a way to be involved in these meetings, it is a splendid idea to do so.Continue reading “Three Church Government Structures”
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