Writing on faith, ministry, AI and the work in between.
What makes a church healthy? That’s a question worth asking, especially when we’re celebrating another year of ministry. This past Sunday, Lake Lynn Baptist Church celebrated its 74th anniversary. We welcomed back...
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Some people are waiting for a ministry position to open. Others may need to consider that God has placed a ministry idea in their heart that does not exist yet. That can...
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Some of the most important ministry in a church is almost invisible. It happens when someone arrives early to turn on the lights. It happens when someone stocks the bathroom, prepares coffee,...
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Churches often inherit ministries the way families inherit furniture. A ministry starts because someone once saw a need, but over time the need changes while the ministry remains. Eventually, the church may...
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Some people are always the ones who show up. They bring the meal, give the ride, cover the opening, and remember to check on everybody else. At home, they may also be...
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“I’d like to grow in my faith. I just don’t know enough yet.” Maybe you’ve felt that way. The people around you seem comfortable finding Bible passages and talking about things you...
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Someone can walk into a church and find an empty seat without finding anyone who will sit beside them. That thought has stayed with me. At Lake Lynn, we use the words...
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Have you ever read a command in Scripture and thought, “I cannot do that”? Forgive the person who hurt you. Love your enemies. Consider the interests of others. Serve without seeking recognition....
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We sometimes confuse humility with weakness. We imagine a humble person never speaks firmly, takes responsibility, confronts wrong, or exercises leadership. We may think humility means having a low opinion of ourselves...
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