by Chris Sims | Mar 31, 2016 | Leadership, Ministry
What do you expect to see once you have spoken God’s Word to others? What is the desired outcome? Do we want physical response? Do we desire to see people pray? Repent? Make decisions to follow Christ? As you enter into a church planting context, it is vital to...
by Chris Sims | Mar 24, 2016 | Leadership, Ministry
A bodybuilder may use supplementation to motivate their body to grow. However, if the hard work isn’t being done in the gym (and at the dinner table) then they will not see the desired results. This is also true in the Kingdom of God. We can do all kinds of things...
by Chris Sims | Mar 17, 2016 | Leadership, Ministry
Do you remember the first time you got chosen? Maybe it was something recreational (like being picked for a sports team). Maybe it was something familial (like being asked to do something manly by your father). It could be that you recall the first time you are...
by Chris Sims | Mar 10, 2016 | Leadership, Ministry
How big is the vision that God has given you? For a church planter, is it to start a new church, build it to a comfortable size, and pastor a people? Sounds nice…doesn’t sound very big. I know, I know. Everybody has their own vision so who am I to call you out on...
by Chris Sims | Mar 3, 2016 | Leadership, Ministry, Scripture
God gives you a vision for what to do, where to do and when to get started. You are filled with awe and wonder as you consider the opportunity. You get started and pour your heart and soul into serving Him on your new mission field. You celebrate as others come...