The email was clear. The boss would be away on vacation next week and he had a list of duties he needed me to carry out for him. I read the list and understood each task; I knew I could do it. Before leaving work, my wife texted a list …
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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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Jun 10
We Are the Sermon Ministry
This past Sunday we completed our second “We are the Sermon” ministry. The idea was not original to us, and certainly not complicated. The aim of the ministry was to reach out to our community with acts of service and love. A secondary aim is developing deeper friendships and relationships with one another as we …
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May 29
How to Get Your Elders to Say “Yes” – Part 2
I am sharing 7 steps to get your elders to say “Yes” to your proposal. In the previous post we shared the first three steps. Step 1: Keep the overall good and goals of the church as priority. Step 2: Don’t wear out your welcome. Step 3: Prepare thoroughly and have it in writing. Now …
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May 28
How to Get Your Elders to Say “Yes” – Pt. 1
Michael Hyatt wrote three posts on how to get your boss to say “yes” in the marketplace (see links in footnote). These posts have been successful for him and helpful to many. I wanted to take these concepts, and some of my own thoughts, and write a couple of posts as well. Before sharing my …
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May 13
10 Ministry Ideas for Your Church This Summer
I wanted to share a list of ideas for your church to consider this summer. This is certainly not an exhaustive list and I welcome any ideas you may have that we could use here at Seven Oaks. You probably have heard of these before, but they may be a good reminder. Have some “Church/Eat/Church” …
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May 01
This Preacher’s Wife!
Amanda is going to the preacher’s wives’ retreat at the Chickasaw State Park this weekend, which prompted me to write about her as a preacher’s wife. I am admittedly biased, but I think she is an awesome preacher’s wife! Here are some of the reasons I think she makes a great preacher’s wife for Seven …
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Apr 29
Is Communion Gluten-Free?
Food allergies are unfortunately becoming more common. Many have adopted a gluten-free diet. Gluten is a protein found primarily in wheat. Many are not highly allergic, but have a food sensitivity to gluten that affects their health. Some have been diagnosed with celiac disease and exposure to gluten can bring a severe reaction. What is …
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Apr 23
How Churches Can Use Easter Sunday
Easter is a celebrated holiday in the American culture. It has lots of traditions built around it that families enjoy like Easter Egg hunts, family meals, and eating candy! It is not a commanded holiday for Christians. Christians are to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus, not only on Easter, but everyday (See my post on …
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Apr 17
Curbing Our Desires, So We don’t Get Choked!
Homework, softball, soccer, basketball, 4H, Boy Scouts, Girl scouts, tennis camp, piano classes and the list goes on-and-on of activities of our kids today. Adults are not much better. We have housework, yard work, community service clubs, shopping, Facebook, golf, sporting events, TV shows, and Crossfit. We are so busy! An herein lies one …
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