There is a lot of talk in the Christian world today about balance. Everyone wants balance in their lives. “Protect your time.” “Be careful not to burn out.” It’s important, supposedly, to guard your commitments and have boundaries so you can stay healthy. Balance. Protect. Careful. Burn out. Guard. Boundaries. Health. Do these terms sound …
“Ministry is hard.” “I’m overwhelmed.” “I’m just too busy. The pace is unsustainable.” Have you heard these statements recently? Have you felt them? I have. I’ve been processing what to do about these feelings and I’ve found the solution… I’m quitting. If you resonate with those, you should quit too. But, of course, I’m not …
In Part 1 last week we talked about the need for Grit and the first quality of a laborer with grit, Godliness. Hebrews 12:1-3 continues, “let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.” Hebrews 12:1 The word for perseverance is the word for patience. It means constant and steadfast. One definition says, …
Does it feel like Christians aren’t as tough these days? My wife and I have been re-watching an old show on Discovery called “Surviving the Cut.” It details the 8-12 week training programs of some of the most elite units in our military (Army Ranger, Marine Recon, Marine Snipers, Air Force Pararescue, etc.) In most …
Congratulations! You’re a….LABORER! That word is coveted in your circles. It doesn’t get thrown around lightly. But you’ve made it. You’ve been trained, established in your walk with God, and equipped to make disciples. You are making an impact on the kingdom of God. You’re elite!! Has it gone to your head, yet? There are …
Have you caught yourself complaining about 2020 yet? I have. It’s become commonplace to rip on this year. “That’s so 2020,” is a phrase you’ll hear more and more often. While I recognize the tremendous pain and suffering this year has caused so many people, and in no way want to minimize that, many are …
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