I have been meaning to write an article on the Western church’s silence towards the massacre of our brothers and sisters around the world. Then I came across this article and realized that I don’t need to recreate what has been so powerfully articulated. I will add that we are to remember them as if chained […]
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All Scripture is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work (2Timothy 2:16-17). All Scripture – not one verse or word is wasted. This is the awesome blessing of the Holy Bible. Furthermore, there are some passages that
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Every man, woman and child was created by God to walk in “good works” (Ephesians 2:10). It follows then, that every authority established by God for His people has a God-given opportunity to lead His people into those good works. That responsibility includes hearing the voice of God; for God does not empower works that
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Does the grace of God empower any activity or endeavor that is not His will? Does His will ever lack the grace to accomplish what He intends? As leaders in the Marketplace, it is important to determine, resolve and reckon what you believe about these two questions. Access to His grace for your next endeavor
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I recently read an article suggesting that America’s problem is the lack of leadership; that our culture has generally turned from leadership to management (to our peril). It used the following comparisons to make its case: The leader innovates; the manager administers The leader is an original; the manager is a copy The leader develops;
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As you face what promises to be, or may become, a difficult week, I encourage you to consider the 37th Psalm. It is one of my favorites; filled with the promises of God for difficult days; and instruction for the appropriation of those promises. Here are a few examples: Do not fret because of evildoers,
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Imagine yourself standing on the top of a hill overlooking a beautiful pastoral scene. In the distance you hear the sounds of sheep, cows, ducks, and people. People? That’s right – lots of people; and it sounds like they are all coming your way. Where could all these people be coming from and where are
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This time of year can be the best time to ride; with one exception: Bugs. Open your mouth at the wrong time and something buzzy will find its way in. So, this time of year is a good time to practice breathing through your nose. Eat a few bugs (or the wrong one just once)
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Before we jump into this short article, I would like to remind you of a few key truths: If you are a Christian leader in the Marketplace, you are not in your position by accident. God has His eye on you; and His heart’s desires are for you. The church is as much – if
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This is the final installment (Part 4) of a series on the desires of our heart. Please read the first three articles before continuing here. There are important assignments in each one. Discovering and receiving the desires of your heart is a process that is well worth the time you invest. In fact, the discovering
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