His birth name was Joseph, but you likely know him as Barnabas. Barnabas was his nickname given to him by the Apostles because it means “son of encouragement” (Acts 4:36). He was so encouraging and energizing that they gave him that title or nickname! This is a quality all of us can develop! All of …
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Jan 21
Maybe The Best Thing I Have Done for My Ministry
It is hard to say what is the best thing I have done to enrich my ministry. I have attended various lectureships, received a graduate degree, and read many books. I am blessed by reading ministry related blogs and listening to podcasts. While all of these continue to enrich my work, maybe the best thing I have done …
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Dec 21
Ways to Grow your Faith from My Men’s Class
I gave my men’s class of about 25 men the assignment of recommending something they did in 2014 to build their faith for other men in 2015. I gave some input to the list, but vast majority of these came from them. I hope you will consider what you are going to do in 2015 …
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Jun 19
The Snail Mail Ministry that Still Makes a Difference
I was visiting with a brother who’s health has declined in recent months. He has been in lots of pain and discomfort. His health has caused him to miss worship on a regular basis. He said they had received an incredible amount of support from friends, family, and fellow Christians. People have brought food, set with …
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Mar 16
You Do Well When It is in your Heart!
Amanda heard a verse in ladies’ Bible class that encouraged her heart. It was . . . “But the LORD said to David my father, ‘Whereas it was in your heart to build a house for my name, you did well that it was in your heart.” …
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