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3 easy steps to do the church a disservice
Here are 3 easy steps. 1. To consider yourself a member of the church but not serve the church. 2. To consider yourself a member of the church and take up space but not believe and live out the vision of the church to make disciples. 3. To consider yourself a member of the church…
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Books I’ve read this past 2 months
The start of the year, I made a commitment to read at least 3 to 5 books a month to further my knowledge and to know more about Christ and His creation. I’ve tried a new thing this year by having a variety of books to read every month. From theological, pastoral, health, novel and…
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Your Pastor is not your Spiritual Butler
I was reading through the book of Judges yesterday when I came upon chapter 17 of the book where a man hired a personal priest/pastor to meet his needs spiritually. Judges 17:6-13 In those days there was no king in Israel; everyone did what was right in his own eyes. Now there was a young…
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Is Forgiveness Possible? Are you ready for the hard truth?
I have been pastoring for almost 12 years now and I have had so many chance to talk to people who have lived a life of regret. One of the most frequently asked question in my 12 years of pastoral work is this: IS FORGIVENESS REALLY POSSIBLE? Twelve years ago, if a man who have…
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The Preacher’s Wife
Yesterday was a first in so many ways: 1. First time ever in church that we had couples do the transition and offering. 2. First time ever that we had two people preaching. 3. First time that Thammie preached in church and she did an amazing and wonderful job talking about marriage and preparation. Thammie…