Aug 3, 2023 | Gratitude, Humility , Leadership, Ministry Leader, Pastor
In last week’s post, we evaluated what it means to “put people in their place” in our churches. In a nutshell: They are God’s people, not ours. In Week Four of Putting the Good in Goodbye, we will dive into what we need to do when people arrive at our churches....
Jan 5, 2023 | Change, Gratitude, Grief, Growth, Leadership, Ministry Leader, Pastor
At the end of every year, I take time to reflect on the three most significant lessons of the year. My intention is to internalize those lessons and carry them into the next year. Here are the most important things I learned in 2022. I hope one or more of them speak...
Dec 6, 2022 | Contentment, Gratefulness, Gratitude, Happiness, Joy, Pastor
Gratitude is a choice. A powerful choice The Apostle Paul said: “I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances.” And a bit later he wrote: “I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation.” Question is . . . how does a...
Nov 23, 2022 | Contentment, Gratitude, Pastor
Gratitude is a choice. A powerful choice Especially in difficult seasons of life. Problem is, gratitude and contentment are unnatural responses for most of us humanoids. Even in normal times (are there such times?) being grateful doesn’t come automatically for...
