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Mentors Help Us Grow

For about 20 years during my full time ministry with churches I was privileged to have summer interns working with us who wanted to be gospel preachers.

These were invaluable opportunities for young men to  learn how to research, outline sermons, produce class material, write articles, develop relationships, partner with the Shepherds, address important issues, solve problems, and grow spiritually.  Years later, we continue to have a good relationship with many of these men who consider me as a mentor. Continue reading

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Weekly Recap: November 13-17

Greeting from Indian Shores Beach, Florida

We’re blessed for the 7th consecutive year to be spending the Thanksgiving holidays at this beautiful beach with all of our family.

Everyone has arrived early and we’re off to a wonderful start of good food, fun, and making special memories.  We hope that each of you have the opportunity to be with family or friends during this time of the year. Continue reading

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The Bigger the “Why”….

Jim Rohn is an American author, entrepreneur, and motivational speaker. His simple, down to earth, even folksy method of communication has inspired audiences for decades.

While Rohn’s writings and speech focus on self improvement, leadership, communication and goal setting, there’s definitely a spiritual basis and application in much of his material.

On his facebook page, Jim Rohn Daily Motivation, he offers this insightful thought. Continue reading

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Who Possesses the Greatest Power?

Yesterday two of the most powerful men in the world met for a summit in San Francisco. Joe Biden, the U.S. President, and Xi Jinping, the Chinese leader.

While the leaders of both world powers emphasized the need for mutual respect and understanding, most pundits feel the talks will produce little that is substantive. Continue reading

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John 18:15-26

Bob Russell, a Kentucky preacher, recalls a class when his 5th grade Bible class teacher told about a King who was looking for a new chariot driver.

Three men sought the job and were taken up a winding mountain road to a dangerous precipice. As a test of their driving skills they were each asked, “How close could you drive your chariot to the edge of this cliff?”

The first replied, “I think I could bring the wheel of the chariot within six inches of the cliff.” Continue reading

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Glorifying God Like Jesus Did

“They didn’t finish” is an expression often used by sports color commentators to describe a team or athlete who should have won, but lost.

In “The Greatest Finish Fails in Sports History,” Andrew Daniels relates numerous stories of runners, cyclists, and ballplayers who celebrated their victory too early, only to lose. Continue reading

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The Will To Prepare

Last week the colorful and controversial Hall of Fame basketball coach, Bob Knight passed away.

While Knight’s coaching methods were sometimes questioned and his behavior was too often crude and boorish, his genius in teaching the game of basketball and preparing his teams, can hardly be questioned even by the harshest of critics. Continue reading

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Weekly Recap: November 6-10

Greetings from Beverly Hills, FL

Today is Veterans Day,  a day in the United States where we honor those. both living and dead who’ve served in the military.  We’ve included a bonus post that speaks to those who’ve served, but it also has a spiritual application as we think of  the veterans of  faith.

Also, all day yesterday, I was reminded that November 10th would have been my Mom’s 98th birthday,  So, I’m sharing a past post in honor of her memory. Continue reading

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Valuing Your Connection to the Local Church

“You can be a good Christian and not go to church,” is a sentiment I’ve heard expressed by many people through the years.

My good friend, preaching colleague, and owner of Spiritbuilding Publishers, Matt Allen, recently posted on facebook a clear and concise rebuttal to that notion. Continue reading

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A Wave of Gratitude

Candace Cameron Bure, a well known actress first from her days portraying D. J. Tanner on Full House and from her Hallmark movies has launched a new initiative regarding gratitude.

“Thanksgiving is coming up. Christmas is right around the corner. And I don’t know about you, but it is so easy for me to get caught up in the whole season. Don’t get me wrong…you know I love it,” Bure told her 5.6 million followers on Instagram. Continue reading

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