For those who want to spend more time with God, read on… One of my spiritual growth students reached out for guidance concerned about feeling disconnected from God. During our first session, I posed the question, “What do you believe is causing the disconnect?” Her head lowered. “I’m too busy to focus on God, and if I had time, I don’t know where to start.” I gave her a warm smile. “It’s okay. As someone who has been in your... Read more
Ministry burnout is up 42% according to Barna.com. Read Jim’s story to understand the root causes and gain six practical ways to prevent ministry burnout in your congregation and life. Marsha rings her husband, Jim, for the 3rd time. No answer. She hovers over the stove, contemplating whether to remove the overcooked roast or keep it warm. It’s eight o’clock. How could he miss another anniversary together after the terrible argument a year ago? She stares through the kitchen window,... Read more
Turn to God, But How? One commitment I made to myself when starting this column is brutal honesty. I believe the world has plenty of superficial information to consume. I’ve been struggling to find the words to express my level of despair. Watching the news coverage the last 4 days of Israel’s horrific terrorist attacks is not the best way to find a silver lining within the chaos of our world. I care deeply about the people of Israel. Life... Read more
Is the Holy Spirit Underutilized? Once, in a charming little town, there lived a man named Timothy. He owned an ornate metal lamp believed to possess magical powers. Everyone who heard of the lamp rushed into town to see its wonders, but Timothy never ignited it. He appreciated its aesthetic beauty, but never tapped into its true potential. Sadly, stinginess and ignorance concealed the blessing of the lit lamp for himself and for others to witness. Similarly, many Christians hold... Read more
The Fabric of Society is in Trouble – Christian Development is Key On a cool afternoon, Emma heads towards the local park for her daily power walk. She pumps her arms, passing others. After several minutes, she finds a shady park bench to rest, absorbing the sights and sounds of her bustling little town. Closing her eyes, her face warms up from the sun. She inhales the aroma of fresh cut grass while listening to children laughing and birds singing.... Read more
Welcome to the first article of my new column, “Fabric of Faith.” I dedicate this space to everyone seeking to enrich their lives by weaving their Christian faith into every facet of daily living. My goal is to provide encouragement, tips, and thought-provoking ideas to help you live a Christ-centered life with an emphasis on the workplace. “Fabric of Faith” centers on the belief that Christianity is not a separate thread in our lives; rather, it is the very fabric... Read more
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