*Affiliate links included. We used to say, “These are the things I’d like to do before I die.” However, after the movie The Bucket List was released in 2007, our jargon changed. That film prompted many to create their own list for the first time. …
October is Pastor Appreciation Month. This is the time of year when we go out of our way to do what we should have been doing all year long – letting our pastoral staff know we appreciate all they do. We humans get easily frustrated or …
We have all wondered at some time in our lives, just why we were born. Some are blessed to know early on what their mission on earth is – the child prodigies who can sing or play an instrument or who are in college by age …
We just never know what a kind word or deed can do to lift the spirit and encourage those we meet. Today, take a moment to remind yourself of some simple ways encouragement can be built into life. Make it Happen * Print out this …
A new mom can be overwhelmed with all of the changes going on in her body, her home, and her family. 5 ways to minister to a new mom 1. If there are other children in the home offer to take care of them for an afternoon or …
*Affiliate links included. So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to those who are of the household of faith. (Galatians 6:10 ESV) “We have an opportunity for you,” wrote my West Coast friends in their Christmas e-mail. “Might …
“Let my heart be broken with the things that break God’s heart” Bob Pierce, World Vision founder This came to my mind today as my pastor was preaching on Acts 10. I watched as the sermon began to be lived out right in front of …
“Share with God’s people in need. Practice hospitality.” Romans 12:13. Share with God’s People Did you notice that it did not say share with people in need if you have lots of money? Nor does it say practice hospitality if you have a clean or …
In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. Matthew 5:16 We all know the little cartoons of a character having an “ah-ha” moment. The light bulb appears. It is evidence that critical thinking has taken place and the …
God’s timing is impeccable. The Children’s Ministry magazine this quarter had a story in it that caught my eye. It was about Willie, a 10-year-old Atlanta boy who sang the song, “Every Praise” for three hours until his kidnapper said, “Get out of the car.” …
