MOTIVATE There are some things I enjoy doing and others I just endure. And yes, there are certainly some things I avoid all together. For instance: I enjoy sports and games. The challenge and competition is exciting for me. Maybe this is my dark side and short-sighted weakness. But, I enjoy most every sport and…
Category: growing godly generations
Brothers, let us illustrate wisely
Preachers are known for being illustrative and exaggerative. Stories, quotes and tales all help communicate a message while retaining the listening audience both in the moment and for future memory. Jesus did much the same as He was (and still is) the master story-teller. He spoke in parables, metaphors, analogies, etc., all for the sake of…
Defend the Faith with Hope (1Peter 1)
MOTIVATE This past week the United States celebrated its 238th declaration of independence as a nation. As Americans it is right to take pride in their country. Sometimes this pride shows up through celebration with fireworks. Some people celebrate patriotism through wearing or waving of national colors (red, white and blue of the flag). We…