Illustration: Effort, Success
Sometimes we really out-do ourselves when we try to improve upon God's original design.
Illustration: Thanksgiving and Honesty
Children seem to know better than adults not to lie to God.
Thankfulness and Entitlement
When we become accustomed to receiving, we begin to take those gifts for granted.
An Essay on Preparing a Sermon
When was the most recent time you prepared a sermon? Were you prepared to prepare? What steps did you take to get you ready to deliver God's message to God's people?
Am I Becoming a Better Preacher?
Are you improving as a pastor and preacher? If so, reflect on why that's the case; spend some time appreciating your growth; and look for ways to continue the pattern.
Use the Best to Stand the Test
Have you discovered your life's purpose? In a general sense, we know our mission is to know God and enjoy Him forever, but we have a specific ministry to which we are called while on this earth. What are you doing with your call?
Ministering to Problem People in Your Church
Ministry to people includes problem people and their special circumstances.
iGods: How Technology Shapes Our Spiritual and Social Lives
It's not only the face of technology, but the pervasiveness of its reach that's impacting virtually every aspect of how we do life these days.