Courage is a high virtue. But fear can be our friend. Fear is actually a lifesaver. I agree with writer Elizabeth Gilbert who says, Don't leave home without a good healthy…
Month: January 2017
Still Jesus
A Baby born—outcast and obscure You are still Jesus Master Craftsman of the universe born a carpenter’s Son. You are still Jesus Walking in the wilderness 40 days without. You…
A Soul Revolution
Maybe it was the the election of 2016, or the shootings of police officers and unarmed black men, or maybe it's the peril of social media where people make blanket…
You’re Going to Break It or Worship It
I've seen and have been a part of so many different types of churches-- relevant churches, traditional churches, hip churches, formal churches, house churches, city churches and country churches. But…
I Don’t Know, And That’s Life
Many, O LORD my God, are the wonders You have done. The things You planned for us no one can recount to You. Psalm 40:5 God has plans. (and He…
16 Reasons to Tithe
So your pastor preaches on giving? Thank him! He’s giving you some important news about one of life’s greatest secrets. A pastor who invites members to tithe invites them into a life-changing,…
8 Movements of Prayer
Our culture knows the Lord’s Prayer from movies, locker rooms, hospitals, masses, worship services, funerals, and turbulent flights. It’s a cultural default prayer that we use when we want to…
Worship is Change
Worship changes us. However it begins with letting go. We worship best when we empty ourselves. That’s the mystery of worship. We must find ways to completely abandon our self-importance.…
The Birth and Crucifixion of Christ
A scripture reading that works well for Christmas or Easter. Scriptures: Luke 2:6-14; 23:43; Mark 15:12-32; John 19:30 Reader 1: So it was that while they were there, the days were…
14 Prayer Modes
Download the Powerpoint! 14 Ways to Pray St. Paul urges us to: Rejoice always! Pray constantly. Give thanks in everything, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians…