Despairing Discipleship
It’s an easy target these days to criticize how pastors and churches in the past never discipled anyone. If we spent half the…
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When Disorganization Becomes Detrimental
You might acknowledge your struggle to stay organized, but has it reached a point of being detrimental in your life? Ignoring reality won’t…
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When God Appoints
Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and before you were born I consecrated you; I appointed you a prophet…
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10 Things to Bring to a Ministry Staff Retreat
If you are leading a church or ministry staff retreat, there are many things you could bring, but what should you bring? Here’s…
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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…
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Mistakes Don’t Have to Immobilize You
While I am a Clemson fan, this isn’t a post about the Tigers necessarily. While I am super impressed by Trevor Lawrence, this…
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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,…
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4 Stages of Discipleship
While there are many examples of how Jesus trained his disciples, we are limited in our level of knowledge. With them spending three…
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10 Tips for Single Parenting
Parenting with a dedicated spouse alongside you is a difficult endeavor in of itself. When a person is divorced or widowed, the challenges…
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Bible Verses on Marriage
The Bible has much to say regarding marriage. Here are 10 pivotal Bible verses on this blessed union. Gen. 2:24 – Therefore a…
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For Those Who Dread Father’s Day
While numerous cards and gifts are purchased to celebrate Father’s Day, there are many people who dread the holiday altogether. According to the…
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What I Learned in the First 15 Years of Marriage
It is hard to fathom that we have been married for 15 years. In some ways, it has gone by so quickly. In…
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