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Germany & Switzerland Tour ’17
In 2017 we will be observing the 500th anniversary of the Reformation. On October 31st, 1517, Martin Luther posted his 95 Theses for debate on the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg, Germany. This was the start of a … Continue reading
God Calling?
I just recently had a Call from a church in Illinois, asking me to come and be their senior pastor. I have to admit that such a contact is, at first, an ego booster. It’s nice to know that somebody … Continue reading
Posted in Congregational Life, Relationship Priorities, Witnessing, Worldview
Tagged discernment, priorities, Thumbs Up, worldview
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Voting for What’s RIGHT
The following appeared in an article in the Huffington Post yesterday, March 17th, 2015 … “The tide has turned for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender couples seeking to be married in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A). Following years of debate and introspection, … Continue reading
Encouraging Words
Have you ever doubted yourself as God’s servant? Am I being faithful? Are my efforts worthwhile? Does anyone care? I’ve certainly had doubts and fears along the way with the efforts that Heather and I have been making to build … Continue reading
Love “in the Flesh”
Love incarnate. Love “in the flesh.” That’s what Jesus came to bring us at Christmas. That’s why the best way to convey that love to the world is “in the flesh.” And that’s exactly what took place in my congregation last weekend. … Continue reading
Thumbs Up to the Future
This past Sunday my son, Micah, stood before the congregation to publicly confirm his faith. Here’s an excerpt of what he shared as his personal faith statement … “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, … Continue reading
Posted in Congregational Life, Teen Life, Worldview
Tagged Parenting, teens, Thumbs Up, witness
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Great Retreat and Feedback
Last week Heather and I had the privilege of leading the members of the presidium, district staff and Circuit Visitors of the Michigan District, along with their wives, in a “Life in God’s Way” retreat. There were over 60 participants … Continue reading
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Tagged feedback, witness, worldview
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Cooperating in Christ
Exciting things are happening at the mission site being supported by my congregation. The Gathering Place is 14 miles down the road from our main campus, but the distance is being shortened as we’re working more closely together. One … Continue reading
Idols!
Whenever something “good” becomes what’s “best,” we may be worshipping an idol. That’s a thought that rose to the surface as I was having a discussion today with some other pastors about the book Center Church by Timothy Keller. You’re probably … Continue reading
Posted in Congregational Life, Relationship Priorities
Tagged idolatry, priorities, Thumbs Up
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MORE Music to My Ears
Last year at this time I wrote about the blessings of our VBS (Vacation Bible School) week here at Faith Lutheran. I noted that it was “music to my ears” when several children asked me for a Bible of their … Continue reading
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Tagged God's way, Thumbs Up, time management
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