Embracing the Ability to Shift for Spiritual Growth
Embrace the ability to shift and grow spiritually by being open to God’s guidance, even when it challenges your comfort zones.
Embrace the ability to shift and grow spiritually by being open to God’s guidance, even when it challenges your comfort zones.
Adaptation is a crucial part of following Jesus. When the Spirit calls for change, will you embrace it?
It’s Pretty Much Impossible. There’s no doubt the majority of churches have a desire for growth. And as new attendees walk through the door, they’re excited to have them! But when they walk out the door, never to return, eventually someone’s going to ask, “Why?” That ‘why’ always leads to a conversation about change. Which…
It turns out results do matter! I’ve heard the arguments many times before. “We have enough churches in this town! What’s the point of planting another one?“ It’s true. Most cities, towns and even villages have enough churches, with enough space to accommodate their community. But it’s not happening. And it’s not been happening for a couple of…
James’ Reminders for Making Big Plans In 2016 The hype of New Year‘s Eve is over. As we roll out of bed and make that first cup of coffee (or watch the sunrise with that last glass of champaign), some of us are wondering, “What will 2016 bring?“ Maybe some of us have started to plan out…
The Millennium’s Turning Sweet 16 Do you remember being 16? Age 16 is such a great time of life. The hormonal puberty rush of junior high has finally started to even out. Friendships and social structures have been well established. Interests, hobbies, sports and clubs have taken root and are beginning to flourish. And age…
We can assume that change in the church will be difficult. Change must be Spirit-led and rolled out effectively. Before making that next change into your church programming or structure, check through these 5 principles.
Change can feel uncomfortable, but it’s often necessary for growth. Just like losing a tooth.
Embrace seasons of change as opportunities to grow in faith, focus, and resilience.
The Church is shifting from buildings to communities, embracing home-based ministry. Could this be what God intended all along?
Embrace God’s guidance in government and transform your nation through love, prayer, and evangelism.
My transition time is fast approaching. Believe it or not, the packing of boxes actually began yesterday. It’s strange but while packing those boxes, it was the first day that the transition actually felt official.