Word for the Day: It takes a change of Heart Like everyone I know, when I first saw the video of the death of George Floyd, I was appalled. Afterward, I kept thinking, “What was in that cop’s mind? What was he thinking or feeling? How do you just sit there and watch the life … Continue reading Racism? That’s Unacceptable!
Category: Character
That’s Unacceptable! Quit It.
The word for the day: If it’s unacceptable, then quit accepting it! We are living in a toxic atmosphere. People’s lives can be ripped apart just for posting the wrong thing on Twitter, or Instagram, or whatever. Every word is scrutinized, and failure to toe the party line (whichever party) can lead to violent backlash. A … Continue reading That’s Unacceptable! Quit It.
Sunday Supernaturally: Power for a Dark Day
“And the Holy Spirit helps us in our weakness. For example, we don’t know what God wants us to pray for. But the Holy Spirit prays for us with groanings that cannot be expressed in words.” (Romans 8:26 NLT) This is Pentecost Sunday, the celebration of the outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon the Church. … Continue reading Sunday Supernaturally: Power for a Dark Day
From the Pew to the Harvest: Get off the Roller Coaster
Then He said to His disciples, "The harvest truly is plentiful, but the laborers are few. Therefore pray the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into His harvest."(Matthew 9:37-38 NKJV) “From the Pew to the Harvest” is a series of video interviews with individuals whose lives have been impacted Faith Ministry Training Institute or other … Continue reading From the Pew to the Harvest: Get off the Roller Coaster
Sunday Supernaturally: Don’t Do This Alone
And we urge you, brethren, to recognize those who labor among you, and are over you in the Lord and admonish you, and to esteem them very highly in love for their work's sake. Be at peace among yourselves. 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13 NKJV I've spent the last two weeks around pastors. It’s always a privilege … Continue reading Sunday Supernaturally: Don’t Do This Alone
Man Alive 10: Stable and Consistent
He will not be afraid of evil tidings; His heart is steadfast, trusting in the LORD. Psalms 112:7 NKJV In a poll of random acquaintances, I asked the question, “When you hear the term manhood, what’s the first thing that comes to your mind?” I tallied the responses in the hope of identifying characteristics of … Continue reading Man Alive 10: Stable and Consistent
Man Alive: Stand up for What’s Right
Then we will no longer be immature like children. We won’t be tossed and blown about by every wind of new teaching. We will not be influenced when people try to trick us with lies so clever they sound like the truth. Instead, we will speak the truth in love, growing in every way more … Continue reading Man Alive: Stand up for What’s Right
Man Alive: Integrity
The integrity of the upright will guide them, But the perversity of the unfaithful will destroy them. Proverbs 11:3 NKJV In a poll of random acquaintances, I asked the question, “When you hear the term manhood, what’s the first thing that comes to your mind?” I tallied the responses in the hope of identifying characteristics … Continue reading Man Alive: Integrity
Man Alive: Courageous
"This is my command—be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 NLT In a poll of random acquaintances, I asked the question, “When you hear the term manhood, what’s the first thing that comes to your mind?” I tallied the … Continue reading Man Alive: Courageous
De la abundancia del corazón: Un momento de valentía
Construyendo personas de sustancia para obras de poder Ok, lo admito, soy un aficionado a los programas de policías, en especial me encanta una buena serie, los Británicos son expertos en esta área, y actualmente uno de mis favoritos es uno Británico llamado “esfuerzo.” Disfruto mucho los personajes, la historia, y los años sesenta. Sin … Continue reading De la abundancia del corazón: Un momento de valentía
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