Do you remember when churches used to have kids come up front before worship began to sing and have a short devotional?
I heard about one preacher who was going to teach the children about industry and preparation by using squirrels as an object lesson. He began by saying, “I’m going to describe something, and I want you to raise your hand when you know what it is. OK?” The children grinned. Nodded. And waited with anticipation. Continue reading
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There is a story that comes from ancient Greece about the King of Sparta boasting to a visiting monarch about the mighty walls of Sparta.
The guest looked around, but he saw no walls. So, he politely asked to see the walls that his host was so proud of. Continue reading
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P. R. Van Gorder tells the story of a sculptor who was showing a visitor some marble figures displayed in his studio. One unusual sculpture caught the guest’s attention. It had two peculiar features. Where the statue’s face normally would have been, the sculptor had chiseled a covering of hair, and on both feet were wings. Continue reading
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“If you could have the perfect family,” asked Barbara Walters on “The View, “What would you like?”
“Anyone who will love me,” replied Davion.
All of his life, he’s been waiting for a family. For fifteen years he’s lived in foster care. Waiting. Praying. Hoping. Now he decided to take matters into his own hands. Continue reading
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In November of 1919, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed November 11 as “Armistice Day.” It was hailed as a day of reflection to honor those who served in the military, both living and dead, at the end of World War I.
While the Treaty of Versailles was not signed until seven month later, the fighting ceased between the Allied nations and Germany on the 11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month. Continue reading
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“Making a Difference Through Ministry” is the November focus for the Hickman Mills church where I preach in Kansas City. Each month this year we’ve been focusing on a different purpose God has for His people. Yesterday, I preached on ministry. Wrote about ministry. Lead a small group to begin a new ministry. Yes, I’ve got ministry on my mind! So….. Continue reading
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Did you hear about the father who was listening to his son say his prayers one evening?
The little boy began, “Dear Harold…”
Quickly, the dad interrupted and said, “Wait! Why did you call God “Harold”?
The little fellow looked up and said, “That’s what we learned in Bible class.” Continue reading
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Alan Smith tells a great story about George Washington Truett who was a preacher in Dallas for 47 years. He once visited a wealthy West Texas rancher and had dinner in his huge ranch home. After dinner, the rancher took Dr. Truett up to a veranda on top of his house, and lit up a big cigar.
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Twenty-five years ago the advertising agency of Wieden and Kennedy teamed up with a fast growing shoe company, Nike, to produce the most iconic slogan in all of sports “Just Do It.”
To celebrate and commemorate this anniversary, Nike has recently launched a new ad campaign called “Possibilities.” The first 90 second commercial featured NBA super-star LeBron James and Tennis champion Serena Williams with actor Bradley Cooper narrating. More ads have been released in the past few weeks.
The “Possibilities” ads proclaim you are capable of more. Push your perceived limitations. Overcome your challenges. Just Do It!
The commercials are engaging. Motivating! Inspiring! A brilliant move by Nike. But do you know what Nike means? Did you know Nike is a Bible word? Continue reading
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Robert Schuller tells a story about a banker who always tossed a coin in the cup of a legless beggar who sat on the street outside the bank. But, unlike most people, the banker would always insist on getting one of the pencils the man had beside him.
“You are a merchant,” the banker would say, “and I always expect to receive good value from merchants I do business with.” Continue reading
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