The power of an unoffendable heart
Choosing to forgive doesn't always erase the pain—but it always opens the door to healing. This story is a powerful reminder that love is a choice, and forgiveness can lead to radical reconciliation, even when feelings lag behind.
Why you can never do enough to earn your salvation
The Christian view of God's grace is a radical view. Just how radical? Think of it this way.
A song that changed my heart and my understanding of gratitude
Expressing gratitude is a powerful act. We must acknowledge kindness and share appreciation daily.
How to walk with grieving friends: what I’ve learned through personal loss
Tom Crenshaw shares about grief after losing a loved one and provides insights on how to support those who are grieving.
Good leaders possess the ability to laugh at themselves
Great leaders have the ability to laugh at themselves. How can you do your part to foster laughter today?
The peril of conceit
Humility is a key quality of the one who wants to be a servant of God.
Morning wisdom from John and Jesus
You and I are never too old to begin to learn something new, so why not jump start your early mornings.
The “P” word no one likes to talk about
At a recent Men's Fellowship, we men got real with one another. Following the presentation, someone brought up the secret sin that no one likes to talk about. It was the 'P' word: pornography.
Leaders need encouragement for it can be lonely at the top
Leaders are constantly in the crosshairs of criticism, and by virtue of their position, they can be easy targets for angry people.
Are you going to keep talking or start fishing?
Today we will spend millions of dollars to support missionaries around the world, but few believers will even cross the street to share the good news with their neighbors.
How are your listening skills?
Who among us has not heard the expression, “God gave us two ears and one mouth, so that we could listen twice as much as we speak”?
What will you leave behind when God calls you home?
We could all do well to learn these lessons of stewardship.
What does picking up litter have to do with building a culture of respect?
As a parent, pastor, and former coach, I am always interested in ways leaders can help build cultures of respect among church members, teams, and children.
Don’t let the devil hang his garbage on that nail
The tiny cracks and fissures in our moral foundation may seldom be seen by the outside world.
So you don’t think reading your Bible has any impact on your life!
If you have started and failed to develop a consistent reading of the bible, I encourage you to give it another try.
What are you teaching those who walk in your footsteps?
It has been said that character is who you are when no one else is looking.
Leadership Thought: Clubhouse rules we should never forget
Pride can lead to embarrassing ends.
What I learned about grace from a 50-year-old sermon
One of my favorite preachers is Steve Brown who was formerly a pastor at the Key Biscayne Presbyterian church in Florida. Steve is an author, speaker, and now a seminary professor.
You don’t have to live with regret over the decisions you have made
Sometimes, it doesn't take much—just a thought—for God to use you.
How welcome do you make visitors feel at your church?
Don't miss your Sunday ministry, as it may be the most important ministry you will ever have.
