When God Took Centre Stage
A bass player’s cancer story and worship moment showed me how God takes the spotlight in our darkest seasons.
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How a “No Headphones” Rule Can Promote Community
Once a youth trip begins, it’s fascinating to see how quickly the students expect a youth pastor to act like their parents, but that’s not the goal in this environment. It’s important for students to have some safe, healthy independence during youth trips. For the most part, they were free to decide, and I always enjoy seeing their faces when this freedom first sets in.
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Why Healing Starts with Confession
There’s a sin issue in our life. Do we really want to accept it? Others may not see, but we know it’s there. And in that moment we have a choice, based on our personal conviction. Is there a desire to practice the Biblical concept of confession? There’s healing to be had if we’re willing to do the work.
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How Worship Can Convict and Bring Repentance
One song can shift your heart. Here’s how a single worship song has drawn me back to conviction and repentance for over twenty years.
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Deciding to Stay or Leave Takes Faith
A youth pastor’s farewell concert in Alaska taught me what deciding to stay or leave really costs, and why faith has to lead it.
