As a pastor I get to be with people at their best and at their worst. Because of this I am often put in the position of dealing with a person who has sinned. I know, big surprise, right? In a world full of sinners this is pretty much a daily occurrence for all of … Continue reading When someone falls
Ministry
Guest Post – Praying With Power by Hannah Williams
“So Peter was kept in prison but fervent prayer for him was persistently made to God by the church [assembly].” Amplified Bible The prayer that has power is the prayer offered unto God. Praying with power includes a fervent spirit and a willingness to persevere! Praying with power includes four very important elements. First, … Continue reading Guest Post – Praying With Power by Hannah Williams
Principles of Effective Prayer
I am excited today to share a guest post by my friend Hannah Williams. She is a new member of our church and an author. I pray it will be an encouragement to you as she challenges us from God's word. “And whatsoever we ask, we receive of him, because we keep his commandments, … Continue reading Principles of Effective Prayer
Don’t Quit
For the last several days I have been praying and thinking about what to say to a Pastors' meeting where I have been invited to preach. My initial thought was to give a good, solid challenge. I was considering either a call to come back to our first love, Jesus, or a look … Continue reading Don’t Quit
Ready to Defend
1 Peter 3:15 (NIV) But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect... For the last six years I have served as a soldier in the Florida National Guard. … Continue reading Ready to Defend
We’re getting in our own way
It struck me this week how much we get in the way of accomplishing our own goals. As Christians, we say that we want to reach the world, and we probably mean it on some level. Sometimes, though, we wonder why our churches aren’t growing or why God isn’t doing more, but then we … Continue reading We’re getting in our own way
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