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Impressive Youth
Guan Tianlang, 14, of China, recently became the youngest player to ever compete in the Masters golf tournament at Augusta National. He played exceptionally well in the first round, shooting a 1-over-par 73. His impressive outing earned him a standing … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church, Leadership, Sports
Tagged Guan Tianlang, illustration, Masters tournament, teenage golfer, youth in church
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Filled with Joy!
The lady I baptized during the worship service yesterday was truly feeling the joy of having her sins washed away and being united with Jesus. As soon as she came up out of the water, she praised God and grabbed … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church
Tagged baptism, excitement, illustration, joy, Romans 12:11, worship, zeal
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What’s Your Problem?
“In those days when the number of disciples was increasing, the Grecian Jews among them complained against the Hebraic Jews because their widows were being overlooked in the daily distribution of food.”—Acts 6:1. God’s people have always tended to be … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church
Tagged Acts 6:1, complaining, griping, grumbling, illustration, Philippians 2:14, selfish desires
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Playing on the Road
There is an on-going debate about whether or not the United States can still be considered a Christian nation. Some Christian leaders have conceded that the church no longer has the home field advantage in our culture. More United States … Continue reading
Winning
Exodus 17 gives an interesting account of how the Israelites engaged their opposition in combat. While Joshua led the troops, Moses, Aaron and Hur watched from the top of a hill. Whenever Moses raised his hands, Israel was winning. However, … Continue reading
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Tagged Aaron, Exodus 17, Hur, illustration, Joshua, Moses, victory
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Unappreciated
The Baptist preacher in town had spent a lot of time trying to convince a certain man that he ought to come to church. When pressed for a reason why he would not attend the worship services, the man … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church, Humor
Tagged church attendance, good samaritan, illustration, joke, loving your neighbor, Luke 10:25-37
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Teamwork
Last month the Boston Celtics lost their star point guard, Rajon Rondo, to a season-ending knee injury. When Rondo was injured, the outlook for the Celtics’ season suddenly became quite bleak. However, the team has responded with a great effort, … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church, Leadership, Sports
Tagged Boston Celtics, illustration, injury, Rajon Rondo, teamwork
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A Good Shepherd
The leadership model most frequently used in the Bible is the analogy of a shepherd taking care of his flock. Though much change has occurred over time, no other model has come along to replace this one. Some have tried … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church, Leadership
Tagged Acts 20:28, flock, illustration, pastoral care, shepherd
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Sweet Harmony
“You create a new voice with a combination of two or three. It’s always unique and always changing. Collaboration is what I love best about making music.”—Emmylou Harris. Until I read the above quote, I never thought about how unique … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church
Tagged Emmylou Harris, Ephesians 5:19, harmony, illustration, singing in church, unity, worship
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