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November 14, 2024

Trapped in the Moment Before the Miracle

Trapped in the Moment Before the Miracle When Waiting Feels Unfair! Have you ever felt the ache of waiting—wondering why God doesn’t step in right when you need Him most? Come with me into the story in the Gospel of Luke (8:40-53), where two lives intersect in a crowd, each one desperate for a miracle. Look around. Can you sense the tension, feel the weight in the air as these two souls press into the crowd, hoping for the same thing—a touch from Jesus that will bring healing?
November 11, 2024

Leadership When There Are No Solutions | Adaptive Change

This article explores the concept of adaptive change in church leadership, especially when traditional solutions fall short. It challenges leaders to embrace new questions, listen deeply, and reimagine approaches that meet the evolving needs of their communities. By fostering resilience and purpose-driven change, churches can thrive in today’s dynamic world, creating spaces of authentic connection and growth.
November 7, 2024

Change Cycles: Can Churches and Leaders Grow Together?

Explore how churches and leaders can grow together through the Church Change Cycle. Pastor Vinnie breaks down each phase, from resistance to full buy-in, offering insights on overcoming challenges, building trust, and fostering unity for a vibrant, mission-driven church.
November 5, 2024

The Novak Effect: Skating from Darkness to Light

Brandon Novak’s story is a rollercoaster of early fame, struggle, and a powerful comeback. From a young skateboarding prodigy to spiraling into addiction, Brandon hit rock bottom before finding a way back. At his lowest, he made the life-changing decision to let go of his old self, inspired by Romans 6:1-8, and embrace a fresh start. His baptism was more than a ceremony—it was the start of a brand-new life. Now, over eight years sober, Brandon shares his story as proof that no matter how dark things get, there’s always a way to step into a brighter future. Ready to find your own new beginning?
October 30, 2024

Cross Perspectives

Cross Perspectives Through the eyes of Pilate, Simon of Cyrene, and the Father, witness the cross as a journey of forgiveness, sacrifice, and unfathomable love. Each perspective draws us into the depths of human struggle and divine mercy, ending with Jesus' powerful plea: “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.”
October 21, 2024

Seeing Others Like Jesus

Discover how emotional intelligence can deepen your relationships and help you live more like Jesus. Through personal reflections and practical insights, this article explores the power of pausing to understand others, offering empathy, and creating meaningful connections by seeing people the way Jesus did.
June 7, 2021

Holy Prayers In Desolate Lands

Those we pray for are Holy Places. We likely see the Holy Place inside them looking to be restored. Jesus, wants his name restored on them. We are the city set upon the hill. We are praying that for God’s own sake His name will be vindicated in the desolate places of all whom we pray for.
June 3, 2019

Flirting With The Dragon

Follow the spirit of intolerance it always leads to the Dragon. When you speak with the heat of intolerance, you are only making love with the Dragon! To war with your brothers, and sisters, using intolerance is to hate people enough to end up loving the Devil’s bed. Who are you making love too?
December 14, 2018

Kierkegaard: A Single Life [Reflective Review]

At the intersection of Romance, Philosophy, and Unyielding Faith is KIERKEGAARD! This short blog will help you learn the basics of Søren Kierkegaard, his key family relationships, his real-life Romeo and Juliet relationship with Regine Olsen, and his passion for Christ all; while reviewing Backhouses brilliant biography.
December 14, 2018

The Reserve Of Courage

Perfect love cast out fear. Sure, we still need to run from lions! Still, only God’s Grace can do what the amygdala the hippocampus, adrenaline spikes cannot complete! Jesus Saves! “Be strong and courageous...he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged." READ MORE....
October 3, 2018

The Pastor And You

This article is one piece of the puzzle on how pastors and members can work together. It’s not a defense of bad pastors or toxic leaders; rather, it is intended to address and promote healthy pastor-member relations. Depression is real with pastors. It seems to be pervasive. Please take a moment and find out how to support your pastor and build healthy relationships that last together.
February 12, 2018

Jesus And The Disinherited – (A Reflective Book Review)

“If a man knows precisely what he can do to you or what epithet he can hurl against you in order to make you lose your temper, your equilibrium, then he can always keep you under subjection.” -- Howard Thurman --“Jesus And The Disinherited”

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