More Than Ideas Idea Day Looks toward the Future Luke 10:2 The harvest truly is great, but the labourers are few: pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he would send forth labourers into his harvest. John 4:35 Lift up your eyes, and look on the fields; for they are white already to harvest. Idea Day is a day to share ideas. When … Continue reading More Than Ideas
Worldliness in the Church Everybody is welcome in the church! However, there is one thing we cannot abide in the church – worldliness. Though nearly everyone agrees with this sentiment, there is a major disagreement as to what worldliness actually is. Romans 12:2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is … Continue reading Worldliness in the Church
One day Jesus was busy ministering unto the multitudes when a demon-possessed man was brought to him. The man was bound by the demon so tightly that he could neither see nor speak. But the moment he met Jesus Christ he was healed of his infirmities and freed from the demon’s control. The crowd was amazed and began to connect Jesus to the Messiah figure … Continue reading Why Does Unity Matter?
Boundaries are necessary if we are to succeed in life! These fence lines are established to keep the good things in and the bad things out. But unfortunately, we often find ourselves too inhibited by fear to actually set up good boundaries. In today’s episode of The Idea Talks we discuss why boundaries are necessary, what boundaries should be established, and who should actually … Continue reading Removing the Ancient Landmarks
There he stood with a smile on his face and a VHS tape from Blockbuster Video in his hand. I was eight. Mom had set out Little Caesar’s Pizza, Pepsi, and apple juice. Matt and I were jumping up and down while Charity waited patiently on the couch with her Chatty Patty. “The Quest for Peace,” my dad declared triumphantly, “Superman Part-4. And I’ve heard … Continue reading Superman Will Never Be Enough
OKAY! This is one you’ve got to see for yourself! Recently discovered by a group of whip-yielding archeologists and wise-cracking museum curators is an ancient list of evangelism technics encouraged by the early church fathers.* In this list we find some fascinating ideas for telling someone about your local church and inviting them to attend. If you belong to an extraordinary church like I do … Continue reading Greatest Archaeological Discovery of our Time
I’ve not yet had the privilege of staying in the famous Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado Springs. However, it is on my bucket-list to experience this hotel’s legendary reputation for customer service. Recently I had a businessman in our church return from the Broadmoor and give me a copy of the Broadmoor’s 16 Service Standards. Though not all of them are transferable to local church … Continue reading LESSONS FROM THE BROADMOOR
“There are 5 main arenas of conflict found in most marriages: sex, children, in-laws, finances, and communication. Which of these 5 do you see as your primary source of conflict?” I’ve asked this question hundreds of times to both men and women in pastoral marriage counseling. Can you guess what 95% of women say is the biggest problem in their relationship? Nope, not sex. That … Continue reading Help! My Husband Won’t Talk to Me (7 Simple Steps)
