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Be Generous With Your Gratitude
The Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons always challenge me to be a more grateful person. I would like to tell you that I live each day full of gratitude. Some days, I actually feel truly grateful and...
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Chariots and Horses or God?
Chariots and horses were used for many things in the past. People were carried in chariots and people rode on horses – both for transportation purposes. But they were also used for war. They provided...
View ArticleUnlocked: From Isolation
Hidden right at the end of 1 Chronicles 16 are 12 little words that have the power to change our lives and leadership. As King David returns the Ark of the Covenant, he walks among the people in the...
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Unlocked: From Hurt
Have you ever had a cavity? Chances are that even if you haven’t personally experienced the pain of a cavity, you still understand what a cavity is all about. They hurt and you don’t even know they’re...
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Unlocked: From Uncertainty
Written by Trisha Davis God is big enough to handle anything. Our fears. Our questions. Our beautiful uncertainties. – MANDY HALE It only seems fair and fitting to start this post with a confession:...
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Unlocked: From Fear
Written by Emily Cummins For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline. 2 Timothy 1:7 For several years I was running as far and as fast as I could...
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Unlocked: From Self-Doubt
Written by Lori Wilhite Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the Lord that will stand. Proverbs 19:21 (ESV) Standing in line, we inched closer and closer to the security...
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Unlocked: From Expectations
Written by Liz Sarno Three years into our church plant, a disgruntled couple stated that one of the main reasons they were leaving our church was because I did not speak to them when I first arrived at...
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Unlocked: From Comparison
Written by Linda Seidler I wish I could tell you that I have never compared myself with someone else, or that I’ve always had a pure heart and genuine motives. I wish I could tell you that I was always...
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Unlocked: From Excuses
Written by Tammy Sabourin I remember the first time I was asked to speak at a women’s retreat. The request came via a phone call three months after my husband and I had graduated from seminary. At...
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When The Bags Are Packed: When People Don’t Leave Well
Written by Kimberly Scott I grew up in a church planter’s home and spent most of my childhood learning to change and transition churches, ministries, houses and friends. As a kid my folks were careful...
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When The Bags Are Packed: Leaving Well
Written by Trisha Davis It was Easter 2013 when I realized that packing boxes would be in my near future. Our family moved to Nashville, TN, in 2009 to launch Cross Point Church’s third campus. My...
View ArticleStand Firm
As believers and as leaders, we are challenged to Stand Firm in the midst of the spiritual battles that surround us. As we kick off this new 8-part series, join us by diving into Ephesians 6. Let’s...
View ArticleStand Firm: The Belt of Truth
Written by Linda Seidler Ephesians 6:14, “Stand your ground, putting on the belt of truth…” There is one thing that is certain in ministry; nothing is certain, except God. Some of our days are...
View ArticleStand Firm: Body Armor of God’s Righteousness
Written by Liz Sarno Ephesians 6:14, “Stand your ground, putting on the belt of truth, and the body armor of God’s righteousness.” There was a time not too long ago, when I looked in the mirror and...
View ArticleStand Firm: Shoes of Peace
Written by Stephanie Shouse For shoes, put on the peace that comes from the Good News so that you will be fully prepared. Ephesians 6:15 NLT I love shoes! Cute Converse, sparkly flip-flops, sleek...
View ArticleStand Firm: Shield of Faith
Written by Brandi Wilson In addition to all of these, hold up the shield of faith to stop the fiery arrows of the devil. Faith has been a bit of a tricky battle for me as of late. I think over the...
View ArticleStand Firm: Helmet of Salvation
Written by Jenni Clayville “Put on salvation as your helmet…” Ephesians 6:17 I won’t let my sons play American Football. Even though it appears that I’m overbearing, I do have legitimate reasons. First...
View ArticleStand Firm: Sword of the Spirit
“…and take the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God.” Ephesians 6:17 “At the end of my life I want it to be said that I fought with my hand frozen to the sword.” I saw this quote from Mandy...
View ArticleStand Firm: Persistent Prayer
Written by Janet Findley “Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere.” Ephesians 6:18 On a recent trip to Montana,...
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A Sword For The Battle: Fear
Fear. It grips us. Beats us. Slays us. Torments us. Slaps us around. It plays no favorites. It just wants to paralyze everything in its path. It makes us feel like we have no trust in our God. Fear and...
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A Sword For The Battle: Insecurity
Insecurity. You don’t feel good enough, smart enough, pretty enough, or popular enough. You think your voice sounds funny. You don’t feel like you know enough about the Bible. You definitely don’t...
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When The Bags Are Packed: When A Person Leaves Your Church
During the darkest time of my life, she became a friend to me. Well over a decade ago our friendship blossomed and we’ve been friends ever since. We saw each other at church regularly and then...
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When The Bags Are Packed: When A Staff Member Leaves Your Church
If I ride the wings of the morning, if I dwell by the farthest oceans, even there your hand will guide me, and your strength will support me. Psalms 139:9-10 When I received my blog topic several weeks...
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When The Bags Are Packed: When You Leave A Church
“But I’m not a quitter!” I told Brian. When you sign on to be a part of a church plant, you have dreams to watch it grow, flourish and impact the community of which you live. None of us want to admit...
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