Acts of Service Aren’t Enough, Thankfully
Growing up, my elementary school implemented a merit system. Every staff member carried around little yellow pieces of paper called “bobcat awards” that motivated students…
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Why Church? Part 2
Picking up where we left off in the print edition, we must answer three primary questions if we’re to find church community, stay in it,…
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Serving Jesus Even When Your Eyes Reflect Poop
Is this what I’m destined to become? Recoiling with disgust at the abject prospect, I now eyed these women with cynical wariness. Yes, they seemed normal. And up…
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Respecting Friends with Mental Health Concerns: Insights for the Church
Having a mental illness makes it challenging for one to maintain the respect of others. It might draw sympathy, curiosity, suspicion, or disdain; but, rarely does it cause anything…
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The Ministry You’re Already Doing: The Top 4 Ministry Myths
I’d love to be involved in a ministry. My life is just so crazy right now. Or perhaps you think you don’t have the skills/gifts…
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