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  • The trickiness of humility

    1 Corinthians 10:23-11:1 Putting others first is a great demonstration of trust and faith in God. Yes, you’re showing love for another human being when you serve them. You’re humbly following God when you put your interests behind those of someone else. But the question lingers, doesn’t it, who’s going to take care of…

  • Where you are

    If you aren’t sure where to serve God, start where you are. Read Mark 9:35

  • What would your church do with more money?

    I’ve served churches that struggled with finances and those that had plenty. Money isn’t the issue we make it out to be! I’m not sure many people trust the church enough to give large donations to do good. What would you church do with a substantial financial gift? Stay blessed…john

  • Family of God

    Because God loves you, whether you’re hurting or rejoicing, you have a family of God ready to share it all with you. Read Romans 12:15

  • Command Talk

    Ephesians 4:25-5:2 I’m not sure anyone uses the word commandments apart from talking about faith in God. I’ve never heard a parent say their child wasn’t listening to their commandments. Teachers and other educators don’t use that language either. Instead, we have instruction and wisdom to share. Yes, there are rules that need following, but, still,…

  • A growing church

    2 Thessalonians 1:3-12 Whatever God is going to do with those who don’t believe is God’s doing. You and I can’t determine what that is, what it looks like or who, exactly, should be expecting it.  What we can do is reflect on what we can do. And that is to trust God’s work…