A church leader I respect who has a thriving ministry says, “Pastors should have offices adorned with signs saying, ‘It’s About the Weekend, Stupid.’” I understand the heart of the sentiment: the Sunday service is a main attraction for a church; therefore, most of the staff’s time (75% according to the church leader) should be […]
From “How about that weather” to “Can I Be Honest About Something?”
Growing Deeper as a Small Group Talk show hosts and TV dramas have hijacked the word intimacy. When Oprah asks a couple, “When were you first intimate?” or Rome asks Tyrell (“A Million Little Things”) if he and Vali have been intimate, they’re talking about sex. And that’s too bad because intimacy is so much […]
30-Day Next Step Challenge. Day 30
Welcome to Day 30 of the Next Step Challenge We made it – Day 30. Congrats! Finish writing or editing your 3-word testimony so you can complete today’s challenge. If you’ve ever thought, “My story is boring,” you’re not alone. Everyone thinks that, but that’s usually because we compare our stories to those featured on […]
30-Day Next Step Challenge. Day 29
Welcome to Day 29 of the Next Step Challenge We are focusing on sharing our faith this week and doing so with the 3-word testimony model. What’s that? You pick three words to describe three pivotal moments in your journey with Jesus. BEFORE – HOW -AFTER I’ve included a sample within today’s video. It’s one […]
30-Day Next Step Challenge. Day 28
Welcome to Day 28 of the Next Step Challenge Here’s this week’s BIG IDEA Sharing your faith reveals a living faith and produces an accountable one. This week’s theme is SHARE…sharing your faith. Doing so reveals you have a living faith. It’s ALIVE and you, therefore, want others to know who Jesus is and what […]
30-Day Next Step Challenge. Day 23
Welcome to Day 23 of the Next Step Challenge Here’s a recap of Week 3: PRAYER. Don’t forget: if you want to get ahead, or for good conversation fodder around your table, here’s a peek into next week’s project. Watch the message here and see samples here. What about the rest of the week? Day 24: Be thankful (and […]
30-Day Next Step Challenge. Day 22
Welcome to Day 22 of the Next Step Challenge Here’s a recap of Week 2: The Bible. And if you want to get ahead, or begin creating, here’s a peek into next week’s project. Watch the message here and see samples here. Keep connecting with your team!
30-Day Next Step Challenge. Day 21
Welcome to Day 21 of the Next Step Challenge Here’s a chance to catch up or review. We’re taking another look at the Week 1 theme today: TIME. (Plus get a sneak peek into next week’s theme.)
30-Day Next Step Challenge. Day 18
Welcome to Day 18 of the Next Step Challenge Ready to try something that many of you haven’t done before? I don’t do it enough, but I’m hoping today’s video will get me restarted. Yes, today’s video DOES include “the story” that I teased on Day 14. It does make the video extra long, but […]
30-Day Next Step Challenge. Day 17
Welcome to Day 17 of the Next Step Challenge A friend of mine shared that when he was in the Navy, he was asked to help another sailor threatening to kill himself. Why did they ask him? He was a Christian. Even though most of the ship mocked his faith in Jesus, no one else […]
30-Day Next Step Challenge. Day 16
Welcome to Day 16 of the Next Step Challenge We should have a trigger to connect with God Those are moments that can shape our day. Imagine if we could multiply those moments throughout the day We can. We must establish a rhythm that encourages frequent interaction with our Receiving – Reflecting – Responding. We […]
30-Day Next Step Challenge. Day 15
Welcome to Day 15 of the Next Step Challenge Let’s take a walk. And while the exercise will be valuable, the investment in eternity will pay far larger dividends. Speaking of eternity, in week one we learned that only three things last for eternity? Remember what they are? (Answer below.) We’re walking to pray for […]