With the responsibility of serving a region that has over 295,000 square miles, I have become a bit of an expert on taking trips. While driving those long miles I have had a lot of time to think about this subject and I’ve come up with a few thoughts that that I have found helpful. … Continue reading
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We don’t do that…
Whether it is a church, business, family, or person, there are some things that everyone should do in your area of service or existence. However, if you truly matter (exist for a unique purpose), then there are a few things that only you must do… …and to allow yourself to become distracted and drained by … Continue reading
When the Going Gets Tough
Sometimes, no matter how hard you try, getting that sermon for Sunday is tough (really tough). I’ve been there and done that! While working through my prayer journal this morning I noticed a sermon outline for a sermon I was privileged to preach to my Sunday night attendees at the great Fort Mill Church of … Continue reading
Wait! Don’t make your mind up just yet.
Don’t make your mind up to quickly! There is a world of difference between of knowing your mind and having your mind made up. Whether during a conversation, a meeting, a sermon (or preparing a sermon), etc., be slow to make up your mind. First impressions and headlines are not always accurate and never fully … Continue reading
Are you better than him?
Remember, Jesus said, “Well done good and faithful servant”, not “Well done better or best servant”. The moment you begin comparing yourself with others you’re sunk—there is always somebody better at whatever you’re doing at the moment. The goal is not be better than someone, the goal is to be good at getting better and … Continue reading
It’s the Giving that Gets You
It is an honor to have Bishop Thomas S. Gillum in the Region this week. He is our official representative from the World Mission’s Department of the Church of God, and, of course, a choice friend of both the North Central Region and Sonja and me. However, my purpose in bringing Bishop Gillum to the … Continue reading
It’s the Leaving That Get’s You
Over the last few months I’ve been privileged to make the acquaintance of Dan Hampton, the Administrative Bishop of the Church of God in West Virginia. He is a highly respected veteran Administrative Bishop and to me, a very rookie Administrative Bishop, his friendship and mentorship have been invaluable. A few days ago he shared … Continue reading
