Yesterday afternoon (4/17/20), I listened to a webinar from Thom Rainer (Previous CEO of Lifeway and his son (Vice-President of Church Answers). It was interesting and helped provide some thoughts. What was funny to me was the bantering between the two. All in good demonstration of some of the points, but it confirmed some ofContinue reading “A Blank Slate?”
Category Archives: Church
Resurrection Sunrise Service
We have been incredibly busy these last few weeks of quarantine. Here is a link to the sunrise sermon I preached this wonderful weekend.
A Mid-Week Devo & Kid’s Scripture Skit
My Live Stream Journey (So far) – Helping small churches go live.
The Sentence of Death
The Sentence of Death – 2 Cor. 1:3-11, (8-10), 1 Cor. 10:13 Trouble in Corinth A major reason for Paul writing this letter was to defend his position as an apostle Their charges were Paul had impure motives, 1:12 Paul was fickle, 1:15ff Paul was weak, 10:10 Paul was physically ugly, 10:10 Paul was notContinue reading “The Sentence of Death”
Missionary Mentality Toward Ministry Support
Take a second, and look at Peter’s calling to Caesarea to minister to Cornelius’ family (Acts 10). This chapter is such a significant turning point as the Lord confirms to Peter in multiple ways the uncircumcised Gentiles could also receive salvation and the Holy Spirit without being like the circumcised Jewish believers. However, this wouldContinue reading “Missionary Mentality Toward Ministry Support”
Free Computer Programs for Small Church Digital Media Creation
Technology has always been a favorite hobby of mine. So much, that I teach it to others. With that, I’ve come across some great tools for ministry and small churches (even larger ones would benefit. I’ve actually wrote about several tools before (Check them out here). Some of these are new finds for me. SeveralContinue reading “Free Computer Programs for Small Church Digital Media Creation”
Lessons Learned in 2019
I have decided to start recording lessons and takeaways throughout the year. Ministry Social media has its benefits. But, it is also a place you have to be very careful. You will find debates galore. However, what I have seen this year (not personal but observation of others) was the intense hatred, deception, and wickednessContinue reading “Lessons Learned in 2019”
We would see Jesus.
This was the third and final message in a series “Deeper Dive into the Incarnation.” You can see the first two sermons outlines here : First Week – Incarnation and Identification Second Week – Implications of the Incarnation John 12:21 – These Greeks were seeking Jesus. Their simple statement shows us the importance of seeking Jesus. Why?Continue reading “We would see Jesus.”
Praying & Planning
Are you praying for clarity of God’s direction for you Church? Have you began to search out how to do God’s will among your congregation and community? Or, are you winging it from week to week and month to month? Every year in November, I have led a church-wide gathering we call a vision meeting. Continue reading “Praying & Planning”
