When my wonderful wife graciously confronted my negative attitude with her loving, truthful words and eyes, the Holy Spirit revealed my numbness. Yes, I had grown calloused and numb to my own negativity. It’s amazing that someone as positive as I am (right Honee Beckie, smile!), could fall into the trap of numbness [...]
11.25.2008
A recent email I sent to some men that came to mind as I as praying for my own heart – to be a man of C.A.R.S. for Christ!
a man of Godly…
Character
Attitude
Relationships
Service
WOW…Stephen was a C.A.R.S. man of God! I’ve been looking at Stephen’s life, reflecting on my C.A.R.S. and questioned the depth of my [...]
11.25.2008
In my 20 years plus of being involved in ministry, I’ve had my share of dealing with territorial people. I myself can be one. There are some characteristics I’ve found that describe a territorial person.?Characteristics of a territorial person (wearing masks of Godliness) :
•possessive (mask of shepherding)
•controlling (mask of leadership)
•involves inner circle people [...]
11.20.2008
Sean is an associate pastor at New Hope Windward under Pastor Dave Barr’s leadership. He recently spoke at our School of Church Planters class and I was reminded of a few (of the many) gems I discovered through his experiences.
Some of Sean’s goals as a servant and associate pastor at New Hope Windward:
Protect his [...]
11.17.2008
What a high calling…to develop and equip leaders and the work of discipleship!
But how frustrating it can be when people just don’t get it!!! Sounds familiar? I wonder how Jesus felt with his disciples throughout His journey with them? Disciples fighting for a “great seat in heaven” while Jesus is preparing [...]
11.03.2008
When my wonderful wife graciously confronted my negative attitude with her loving, truthful words and eyes, the Holy Spirit revealed my numbness. Yes, I had grown calloused and numb to my own negativity. It’s amazing that someone as positive as I am (right Honee Beckie, smile!), could fall into the trap of numbness [...]