Young Leaders, Here Are 50 Takeaways From My Experience
I had to learn a lot of tough and powerful lessons over the past nearly three decades of ministry.
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Hidden Idols in Parenting
When we are angry with our kids or feel disappointed by them, it can be hard to see the positive. Hidden Idols in Parenting can cloud how we see them. We need to pray for God to give us eyes to see past our frustration and annoyance.
Common Misconceptions About the Bible
When talking with people about the Christian faith, it is helpful to quickly and concisely convey the significance of the Bible to the Christian faith, and to overcome some misconceptions about the Bible.
A Spirit of Welcome
Outreach is such an important part of GateWay’s mission that earlier this year, they left their rented commercial space for a more affordable spot in the local community center in order to free up more of the church’s funds for outreach.
Keep It Simple: Focus on the Interested and Don’t Waste Your Efforts on the Disinterested
If we can agree that our world has drastically changed over the last 70 years, then why are our ministries still following best practices that are more than 70 years old? This moment invites us to focus on the interested as we rethink ministry.
Work Today for Success Tomorrow
When you find yourself in a struggling church, it’s natural to feel the urge to make quick changes, point fingers, and avoid personal responsibility. However, instead of casting blame, let's focus on what we can control, with God's power working through us. Embracing the mindset work today for success tomorrow helps lay a patient, long-term foundation.
Take the Initiative or Wait on God?
Take the initiative in moments of doubt, and consider Abram’s experience: Return to the character of the One who promised. And remember that he never fails.
Your Legacy: Hope, Heart, and Habits
Generosity might mean two minutes with a stranger or mentoring a leader for twenty years. Generosity of spirit is about being fully present, sensitive to the Holy Spirit, and intentional about adding value.
The Power of Testimony
Caroline’s idea was so brilliantly simple, yet, at the same time, so complex. The power of testimony would require a lot of time, money, and community support to make it happen.
Where Is Your Sense of Urgency?
Billions of people have little or no access to the gospel, and it is our responsibility to get the Word to them with a sense of urgency and then equip them.
