Good Gospel Friends
Since Paul couldn’t personally gather with the church of Philippi, he planned on sending two individuals who epitomized reliable, gospel companions. We need to have good gospel friends, and we …
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Have We Idolized Easter?
God often uses unexpected situations to teach us needed truths. As the world continues to adapt to the ever-changing landscape of the COVID-19 pandemic, we are all adjusting daily to …
If Nothing Is Missing in Your Online Worship
Our church has been streaming services for years. We make it available for those who are homebound or traveling. We have a pretty good system of keeping our church family …
Leading a Church Financially Through a National Crisis
As we all navigate through challenging and changing scenarios predicated by the COVID-19 pandemic, we are sure of one thing: we really aren’t sure how much this virus will impact …
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The Zoomy Bunch
Our Rocky Creek Church staff is currently having to meet by Zoom due to the COVID-19 (along with almost every other organization in the world). Our screens kinda reminded us of something …
How to Be a Great Scattered Church Member
Last Sunday, people all over the world had to rethink church gatherings due to the COVID-19. Whether you watched online, had a drive-in at your church parking lot, or some …
If Your Church’s Leadership Was a Sports Team
In Larry Osborne’s book, Sticky Teams, he used one of the greatest illustrations regarding ministry teams I have ever read. He equated ministry teams to different types of sports. The …
Why Isolated Christianity Doesn’t Work
A significant portion of following Jesus is the manner in which we follow Him together. As part of the Church, we are to make our lives count for Kingdom work …
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 …
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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