Never Alone
I read article after article that describe how socially connected we are but at the same time loneliness is at an all time high. We are connected to the world while at the same time isolated from everyone. Or so it seems. However, Proverbs 5:21 tells us we are never alone. âFor the ways of…
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Do the Task and Enjoy the Journey
âWhatâs God plan for your life?â Have you ever asked or thought about that? Probably, but you canât figure out everything God has planned for you or what He is doing: it is beyond your conception. If His plans were something you could dream up, they would probably be something you could achieve on your…
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Good Words and Gentile Winds
âHeaviness in the heart of man maketh it stoop: but a good word maketh it gladâ Proverbs 12:25. âOne day, a teacher asked her students, âWhich is more important- the sun or the moon?â One eager student quickly replied, âThe moon, Because the moon gives us light at night when itâs dark. The sun just…
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Think the Best, First
Proverbs 14:9 says âFools make a mock at sin: but among the righteous there is favour.â Or-âthe selfish or spiritually blind person ridicules right and wrong, but a moral personâs life is favored. Take note when you find good will shown by others today. I know it often seems so rare that we halt just…
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Up in Smoke
Think about it. Your life span compared to all of eternity is merely a mist, a vapor, a puff of smoke. Blink your eyes and youâre 18. Blink again and youâre 30, married two kids, career⊠Blink again and you are attending your childâs graduation, wedding. With so little time for impact it does make…
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Who Can Help You Do That?
Pastoring a local church can be very rewarding, and certainly fulfilling. Pastoring can also be all-consuming and draining when life and ministry are out of balance. There are so many ministries to care for, meetings to prepare for, people to pray for, messages to study for; oh, and yes, your family to be there for.…
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Presence Has Power
Hey, weâre church members too! Donât forget your wife and kids are part of the church family and need ministry too! I see it way too often â a sold-out pastor who is passionate about shepherding and leading his church. There is nothing wrong with that focus and passion. In fact, itâs important and foundational…
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Effective Strategies for Cultivating a Strong and Engaged Church Community
Effective Strategies for Cultivating a Strong and Engaged Church Community âBuilding Connections, Growing Together, Impacting Livesâ  Hebrews 10:24-25 reminds us of the importance and benefit of regularly connecting, developing, and growing healthy relationships.  Introduction:  In todayâs fast-paced world, cultivating a strong and engaged church community is crucial for the growth and impact of our congregations. The Scriptures…
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5 Ways to Help Your Pastor Avoid Burnout
5 Ways to Help Your Pastor Avoid Burnout Being a pastor is not easy, nor routine. Pastoral ministry has a high burnout rate because it is challenging to work with such heavy responsibilities. However, it is also incredibly rewarding when the stressors donât overshadow the blessings. So, if you want to help your pastor avoid…
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Introduction with Jerry Whitely of The Guardian Financial Group
In this episode with Jerry Whitley, we talk about Jerryâs background as a pastor for 28 years and how he started The Guardian Financial Group to provide financial planning services tailored to pastors and church employees. It focuses on topics like housing allowance benefits, retirement planning options for pastors, and Social Security opt-out consequences.  What…
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