A Top Ten Thanksgiving

A Top Ten Thanksgiving

First Thessalonian 5:17 says, “In everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.”  Many pastors might struggle to preach on this passage, as they tell me their churches are full of people who gripe about the most meaningless...
Consider the Levi’s of the Field

Consider the Levi’s of the Field

When I visit pastorless churches, I have a fear that my PowerPoint will malfunction.  That did happen in August. Fortunately, I always have handouts as a backup. Last Sunday, however, I developed a new fear.  What if I don’t have any clothes! I’m not talking about the...
Supper According to Yelp

Supper According to Yelp

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Pastoral Observations and What To Do Next

Pastoral Observations and What To Do Next

I gathered with 12 pastoral leaders for a day of open sharing. I know. This means there were thirteen. I’m not superstitious, so that thought didn’t bother me.  I did, however, look to see who might represent Jesus, who might be the inner circle, and who might be the...
The Learning Curve

The Learning Curve

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