Why Dropping Kids Off at Church Isn’t Enough
If you are concerned about your child’s spiritual development, you probably seek to place him or her in the best environment out there. What if I told you that the …
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It’s Not Always What You Believe, But How You Believe It
In counseling married couples, I often attempt to help someone see another’s point of view. It doesn’t always work, but it is necessary for reconciliation. “I don’t know why she …
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4 Considerations for Long-Term Sermon Planning
Every September, I attempt to have a fairly organized preaching plan for at least the coming year. Through a time of prayer and study, I try to arrive at a …
Don’t Whine About Sheep If You Want to Be a Shepherd
The Bible talks about God’s people as sheep. Out of all the animals he could have used, he compares us to helpless, defenseless, fluffy, clumsy sheep. It seems rather accurate. …
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Distinctive Discipleship [Series Overview]
On August 18, we begin an 8-week sermon series called Distinctive Discipleship. This has been a 20-month process of prayer, study, and practice to help craft a plan for how …
Can We Stop the Baptism Shaming?
I’m a Southern Baptist. We have a large family cooperating as the largest Protestant denomination. With such an expansive group of churches, it means that we do have a few …
“You Could Have Missed This”
A few years ago, our family was enduring through one of the most difficult times we had ever experienced. We were sure that God was calling our family to leave …
How Should We Handle Unfaithful Members?
As we commit to a local church, what happens when we fail to represent Jesus? The Bible is clear on expectations of how we are to confront one another to …
Why Do I Feel Disconnected at Church?
As a church grows larger, how do you avoid getting lost in the crowd? Our relationships in the church will only grow according to how intentional we are. Current Trend …
Is Church Membership Even Biblical?
While the phrase, “church membership” is not in the Bible, the concept grounds the New Testament message and methods. Devoting yourself to a local church is essential for your soul …