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Every Believer Is A Church Planter
Alan Hirsch, “The Forgotten Ways” explains the core of the radical Jesus movement.
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Marriage or Christ?
I have been pondering the question: “Which is more important?: a ‘happy’ marriage without Christ or a broken marriage that has driven one closer to Christ?” The answer affects eternity. We have faith and pray for miracles on earth but ultimately what is essential to our soul? The most gracious and Christ devoted people in…
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Three Reasons Why You Must Guard Your Heart
As leaders we must be diligent to guard our hearts. King Solomon said it best: “Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life” (Proverbs 4:23). This is necessary for at least three reasons: Read… Three Reasons Why You Must Guard Your Heart.
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Every Follower of Christ Could Be a Pastor
“We are all missionaries… Wherever we go, we either bring people nearer to Christ, or we repel them from Christ.” ~Eric Liddell If you are a follower of Christ, where you are is your mission field. Where you work is your congregation. Christ is our Shepherd and he calls us to shepherd the flock around…
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Gossip and Slander
Recently I learned of a few people gossiping to destroy my reputation and character. I prayed over Romans 12:9-21… 9 Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. 10 Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves. 11 Never be lacking in zeal, but keep…
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Are You Tanning on the Beach While People Are Drowning?
I used to be a lifeguard and for my lifeguard training I recall doing simulation after simulation of first aid situations. One such drill, I went through the entire procedure and the evaluator’s response was… “That was excellent!” She went in to all the things I had executed perfectly… and then said: “But, you forgot…
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Our Inability to Trust God
The issue, is not if God can be trusted; the issue is with our ability to trust. Read… Our Inability to Trust God | Christian Daily Devotionals.
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The Land of Unfamiliarity
We naturally gravitate toward what is familiar. Once we find a place to sit, we’ll sit there every time. Once we find a favorite dish, we’ll stop trying new things on the menu. Once we get into a routine, it’s next to impossible to get out of it. As the old adage put it: you…
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5 Differences Between a Talker & a Leader
Thomas Jefferson once said, “Don’t talk about what you have done or what you are going to do.“ He was surrounded by many great men, but experienced a sharp distinction between those who spoke well and those who lead well.His quote brings about a great question: What is the real difference between someone who can…
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How to Change the World « Alan Fadling
The following is inscribed on the tomb of an Anglican Bishop in Westminster Abby (1100 A.D.) When I was young and free and my imagination had no limits, I dreamed of changing the world… Read: How to Change the World « Alan Fadling: Notes from my Unhurried Journey.
