"And day by day, attending the temple together and breaking bread in their homes, they received their food with glad and generous hearts, praising God and having favor with all the people. And the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved." (Acts 2:46-47) --------- Frankly,
If God Is Good Then Why Do Bad Things Happen?
QUESTION: “How can God be good when bad things happen?” This is a question people often ask or wonder about. But it’s a question that starts with the wrong premise. God is good. Always good. Always wonderful and kind and gracious and holy. God is good and never does evil. So, then, why do bad
Devoted To Ministry
Devoted. It’s a wonderful word, a strong word, an important word. It’s a word that means you’re all in. You’re invested. You’re not merely dipping your toe in the water to check the temperature. In the Bible, the word is often used in the Old Testament for something negative. Something “devoted to
The DOORS Into Your Church
I believe this is a question we pastors and church leaders today need to think about more, and actually provide answers for. I liken the opportunity [and the potential threat] to doors in a building. The Front Door The FRONT DOOR is like the Sunday worship service at your church. It's often
The Necessity for Fellowship with Other Christians
Fellowship isn't just something Christians do. It is something that "is." Fellowship has substance and relevance and meaning, and is to be ever present-tense in the life of a believer. Fellowshipping with likeminded believers is not something to put off, or to push the *pause button* on until
What Season of Life Are You In?
I know. I know you. I know you are going through stuff right now. I know you are stressing about your job, stressing about your weight, stressing about your spouse, and fretting over your kids. Or stressing about your kids. (You get choose the right word that best fits the moment.) I know