Last weekend Priscilla and I went to a conference for Young Living business builders called Elevate. It was one of the best conferences I've been to. We learned a ton about essential oils, business building, networking, and much, much more. To be honest, I'm still processing it. I found, though, that in the midst of … Continue reading What I learned at Elevate
Ministry
Setting Captives Free
A discussion we had at church Wednesday night has been stuck in my mind. We were talking about being excited about what God has done in our lives, and as we talked something occurred to me. Most of the time we seem to treat sharing about Christ like it's a sales pitch. As if it is our … Continue reading Setting Captives Free
Relationships
Relationships are so important. God built us to live in community, and yet we are in danger of allowing the busyness of life pull us away from developing deep and meaningful relationships with other believers and with those who have not yet believed. With that being said, I truly believe that the most effective … Continue reading Relationships
Self Care
Leadership is service and can sometimes be draining, but there are some things that we can do that will help us to stay in the game long-term.
Going on Mission
I met David about 3 years ago. We were both at a church function, and I very much enjoyed getting to know him that night. Over the years since then I have had the opportunity to meet with him at least a few times a year. Each time I am captivated by the stories … Continue reading Going on Mission
Ministry Report (Oct – Dec 2016)
2016 has been a year of changes and firsts. I began the year by being moved to a new battalion and ended the year with a promotion. In between those events has been a year that has been rich with unique ministry opportunities and first time experiences. Through all of that I have been reminded … Continue reading Ministry Report (Oct – Dec 2016)
Lessons Learned at Chaplain School
A very long process has just come to an end. New Army chaplains attend a 90 training program at the U.S. Army Chaplain Center and School located at Ft. Jackson, South Carolina. It's an introduction to the Army and to the Chaplaincy that challenges new chaplains physically and mentally in order to begin the process … Continue reading Lessons Learned at Chaplain School
Ministry Report (July – September 2015)
This quarter mostly consisted of the completion of my entry level training as an Army Chaplain. I'll write about some of the things that I learned at Chaplain School in another post. For now I will just say that I am very glad to have that in my review mirror. Finishing the course took me … Continue reading Ministry Report (July – September 2015)
Ministry Report (April – June 2015)
Even at my age it pays to listen to your older brother. My brother asked me a question over lunch a couple of weeks ago, and based on my answer he made what I think is an excellent suggestion. We were talking about my blog and the one that he wants to start. As … Continue reading Ministry Report (April – June 2015)
Winning
Have you ever stopped to think about what it would be like to really win big? I mean really big. Life-changing, multimillion dollar, never have to work a day for the rest of your life BIG. What would it be like? What would change about your life? About you? Would you share, or keep it … Continue reading Winning
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