Apr
28
My last post was a reminder that sometimes we just plain fail to ask God what He wants us to do. So let’s assume we ask Him with good motives and appropriate expectations. How do we hear His answer? Henry Blackaby’s modern classic Experiencing God is a great help in this arena. If you haven’t …
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Apr
26
In 1 Samuel chapter 14, Saul had what seemed like a great idea: Then Saul said, “Let’s chase the Philistines all night and plunder them until sunrise. Let’s destroy every last one of them.” His men replied, “We’ll do whatever you think is best.” His idea seemed sound and his men were enthusiastic and willing …
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Apr
18
Has God placed you in leadership over anything or anyone? It may come with an official title (pastor, life group leader, squad leader, supervisor, CEO) or an unofficial one (dad, mom, friend). Either way, most of us have people following us as we try to follow Christ. We do our best to lead them, offer …
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Mar
21
I’m coursing through a chronological reading of the Bible this year. Though the reading can be tedious and difficult to understand at times, there are also places of great clarity. One of those places is in Deuteronomy: “And now, Israel, what does the Lord your God require of you? He requires only that you fear …
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Mar
16
If I’m not careful, I can take credit for a LOT of things. After all, I’m a reasonably smart, hard-working guy, right? I mean, I’ve worked hard for all that I have. Good job Tom! I think we all suffer from this attitude at one point or another, and it is no surprise to God. …
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