We had a men’s retreat this weekend with 30 mighty men of God. But what makes them that? It’s not because they are perfect. Here are some observations about being and becoming a man or woman that’s mighty in God’s sight.
3/6/23 MondayMatters: Relationships
We are made better by them, we long for them, we are constantly seeking them, and yet…relationships remain one of the greatest challenges of our human condition. Here’s a word about relationships. https://youtu.be/2a7QpcLDRL8 Continue Reading
2/27/23 MondayMatters: Honest to God
We find it hard to be completely honest, especially to God. We think we have to fake it until we make it. But staying transparent before God keeps me in a place of humility and openness to revival. Tell Him about your feelings, frustrations, and faith. He will give you a voice. Continue Reading
Confession, Repentance, and Ash Wednesday
“I have something I need to confess.” “Confession is good for the soul.” “I have a confession to make.” We use phrases like that and throw the word confession around a lot. But most of us, at least those of us from the Protestant “confession” really aren’t sure about the value or even the meaning… Continue Reading
2/13/23. MondayMatters: The Exchange
We are inundated with negative feelings and emotions. But we don’t have to live with them. Isaiah 61:3 says God is the great exchanger. https://youtu.be/eGMA-oajOYM. Monday Matters Continue Reading
1/23/23. MondayMatters: Mr Tumbles
Here is a story of turning a tragedy into a blessing. God does that all the time. He may be doing that for you. https://youtu.be/kb-cyFcd4aI Monday Matters on YouTube. Continue Reading
ALL IN: Day 11. Distracted
I was good at distracted driving before it was a popular term. I don’t like driving. I like looking for deer, playing with the grandkids, waving at people at red lights (that really freaks them out.) So, Doris does the driving for us. She’s a good driver, stays focused, pays attention, and doesn’t seem to… Continue Reading
ALL IN: Day 9
The walk with Jesus is a walk of discipline. That is why we are called disciples. That is why following Him is called discipleship. But discipline is not gritting your teeth and doing what you do not want to do. Discipline is having a heart open to being led by God. It is having a… Continue Reading
1/9/23 MondayMatters: The Lost Art of Discipline
It seems we have lost the value of and appreciation for self-discipline. We want it now. We feel we are owed something. We don’t want to sweat. But there is grea power in regaining the art of discipline. https://youtu.be/p5FbE7-3D6Y Also, here’s an invite to the upcoming couples conference. Continue Reading
ALL IN: Day 5
Continually. “They devoted themselves continually…” Acts 2:42 Last night we talked about a similar word, unceasing. Paul says, “Pray without ceasing.” I Thess. 5:17 Here are three possibilities. 1. Pray permanently. We should always be people of prayer. Never stop. I’ve never arrived to the point that I do not need to pray.2. Pray persistently.… Continue Reading