"And day by day, attending the temple together and breaking bread in their homes, they received their food with glad and generous hearts, praising God and having favor with all the people. And the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved." (Acts 2:46-47) --------- Frankly,
If God Is Good Then Why Do Bad Things Happen?
QUESTION: “How can God be good when bad things happen?” This is a question people often ask or wonder about. But it’s a question that starts with the wrong premise. God is good. Always good. Always wonderful and kind and gracious and holy. God is good and never does evil. So, then, why do bad
Devoted To Ministry
Devoted. It’s a wonderful word, a strong word, an important word. It’s a word that means you’re all in. You’re invested. You’re not merely dipping your toe in the water to check the temperature. In the Bible, the word is often used in the Old Testament for something negative. Something “devoted to
Hey Church! Keep Loving Jesus!
This past Wednesday night I started teaching a new study through the book of Ephesians. What a great book! One of the verses we focused on is the last verse in that book. It says, "Grace be with all who love our Lord Jesus Christ with love incorruptible.” (Ephesians 6:24) It’s all about love! Love
The DOORS Into Your Church
I believe this is a question we pastors and church leaders today need to think about more, and actually provide answers for. I liken the opportunity [and the potential threat] to doors in a building. The Front Door The FRONT DOOR is like the Sunday worship service at your church. It's often
7 Reasons Why God Doesn’t Believe in the 4-Hour Work Week
Do Work That Truly Matters First off, let's be clear about something... I sincerely hope that this article wrinkles your feathers. At least for some of you. I'm secretly plotting...as in holy plotting, that is...that this article will cause you to rethink your current work ethic and begin doing