MOTIVATE 1987 was the first time a familiar and famous phrase was coined. Indeed, the phrase was repeated by private individuals and families before this date. But 1987 began the public utterance of this phrase on a series of television commercials, and has since been repeated year after year. This phrase has answered the question:…
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A Prophets Message (1 Kings 17-18)
video on sermon current tab MOTIVATE The Paris Olympics 2024 opening ceremony created quite a stir with shock/mock scenes and provocative images of women and men (and the twisted nature of everything in between). The follow-up discussions among Christians, whether on social media or personal talks, was how France has become pluralistic, hedonistic, and godless….
Work > Whine
Be careful of contagious critique syndrome. It’s popular to pile on. It’s easy to tear down but far more challenging to be constructive, or even create from scratch. The kingdom of God focuses on resurrection hope and gospel transformation far more than boycotts, bullying, shaming, stoking fires of polarization. We can whine about the world…
A Nation’s Pride (1 Kings 12-15)
MOTIVATE Our recent travels to Ohio observed different cultural art. The area of the camp was rural and recognized for the influence of Tecumseh, a popular Native American chief. Tecumseh was not only a strong warrior but a smart leader who traveled various regions far away to rally alliances to protect his people. However, during…
Growing Godly Generations 