Blog & Articles
Blog & Articles
Theological and Biblical Foundations For Stewarding Our Physical Health
Human beings have been created for the glory of God. Their purpose in life is to worship the triune God, and that is precisely why we must steward our bodies in light of our greater purpose of worship.
The Ministry of Research
Pastors should understand the community and culture in which they live, and research is a helpful tool to acquire the proper understanding.
A Church Planter’s Physical Fitness Journey and Challenge
At first, I simply wanted to lose about 20 pounds I gained during my daughter’s medical trials. However, I gained more than physical health. It affected every area of my life.
The Transition from Hunting for Illustrations to Building Your Own
This blog is part of a four part series. Hunting for Illustrations Illustration is one of the four functional elements commonly used in preaching. Traditionally, illustration has been defined as “to shed light upon or cast light upon.” Illustration has typically been...
Mighty Weaklings
The Last Pick Remember as a kid, that feeling that you would get when it was time to pick teams on the playground? You know what I’m talking about. The kids are gathered around the ball, and two captains are chosen. The job of the captains is to select their team. Oh,...
No More Hiding
My kids love “hide-and-go-seek.” While my eleven- and eight-year-olds are accomplished hiders, my six-year-old has a habit of attempting to hide in plain sight. As the count nears its end, he panics when he hasn’t found a hiding spot. So, he stops, and stands...
Peace, Peace, When There Is No Peace
“Peace, Peace, When There Is No Peace” In September of 1938, Neville Chamberlain, Prime Minister of England, met with Adolf Hitler over the growing concern of Hitler’s aggression in Europe. Leading up to this meeting the English people were preparing anxiously for...
Two, Two, Two Mentoring: A Unique Approach to Multiplying Ministry
During my recent sabbatical research trip, I discovered several interesting things about healthy, growing churches. One interesting fact I discovered was just how important mentoring is in a number of these churches. Some would argue that mentoring is for pastors who...
We Need More Aquilas & Priscillas
Symmetry appeals to me. I often stop and take notice when I see it in nature. Having things line up and correspond breathes life into my world. However, life would be boring if everything was symmetrical. It is often when things don’t line up, or we experience an...
Constitution and Bylaws Considerations for the Local Church
In the book “Church Administration” the definitions provided for a church constitution and bylaws are relevant for your consideration. A church constitution should have the definitive name, location, doctrinal purpose, and rules of conduct of the church. It is the...