VISIONING This is one of my favorite things to do – visioning for the possibilities of the future. I have said before that I do much better in bigger picture planning and thinking than I do when it comes to the minor details. The details are important. Visioning is not just about long term planningContinue reading “Loving to Life Pt 4”
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Loving to Life Pt 3
SMALL GROUPS One of the things I love about moving to a new area is getting to know the people. As we learn about the people, we learn their stories, their passions, their hopes and dreams for the future. We also have opportunities to learn more about who they are as a person, what theirContinue reading “Loving to Life Pt 3”
Loving to Life Pt 1
You’re in a new organization, work, church, community. You have studied the demographics and have learned about the history of the area. You are excited about the possibilities. Maybe you move to an area that you are not as keen on living in. You see a bleak future, or maybe one that seeks to keepContinue reading “Loving to Life Pt 1”
Salvation From 30,000 Feet
Recently I was flying back home from a trip. When I fly, I like to sit by the window so I can see what is going on. (Also, I sit by the window because I am more relaxed in that seat.) Looking out the window, you can see beautiful clouds and designs in the earthContinue reading “Salvation From 30,000 Feet”
Finding God Series: Part 1
Finding God at Walmart Many people can find their “god” at a place like Walmart in the form of deals, money savers, etc. But I think, if we look close enough, we can find evidence of God wherever we are. When I went to Walmart a few days ago, I went for groceries and otherContinue reading “Finding God Series: Part 1”
Journey to Revival Week 10
REVIVAL HOPE Romans 15:13 “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” We are on week 10 of a 12 week time of prayer and study for revival and awakening. This week,Continue reading “Journey to Revival Week 10”
Journey to Revival Week 7
REVIVAL HUMILITY 2 Corinthians 4:7 “But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us.” We are on week 7 of a 12 week time of prayer and study for revival and awakening. This week, we’re talking about making sure we are humble andContinue reading “Journey to Revival Week 7”
Journey to Revival Week 4
REVIVAL EXPERIENCE We are on week 4 of a 12 week time of prayer and study for revival and awakening. We, have talked about the power of revival comes from God. We’ve also begun to ask the Holy Spirit to be released in us, to fill us, to open our hearts more. Last week, weContinue reading “Journey to Revival Week 4”
Journey to Revival: Week 2
REVIVAL LIFE We are on week 2 of a 12 week time of prayer and study for revival and awakening. Last week, remember we talked about the power of revival comes from God. This week, we’re asking the Holy Spirit to be released in us, to fill us, to open our hearts more. You areContinue reading “Journey to Revival: Week 2”
Journey for Revival: Week 1
We are beginning a 12 week time of prayer and study for revival and awakening. You are invited to be part of this journey for the next 12 weeks, either individually, or gather a group together to pray and discuss each week’s topic. Our guide for this time will be the scriptures, prayer, and theContinue reading “Journey for Revival: Week 1”
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