Monthly Archives: May 2008
New World Order
As we have tamed Jesus to fit into our western orthodoxy, I am afraid we have lost much of the passion and fervor that marked the early followers of Jesus. Recently, our church staff has been doing some strategic planning … Continue reading
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Not Against Us
The churches and leaders of the Baptist General Convention of Texas find themselves charting a course through uncharted waters. In a world that seems to be turning upside down with changes within and without. The leadership of the convention and … Continue reading
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The Box: In “Our” Image
Culture has a way of coloring the world around us much like wearing rose colored sun-glasses. Too often we see Jesus through the lenses of Western culture. George Bernard Shaw said, “God created us in his image, and we decided … Continue reading
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Boring in the Box
High school graduation marks a right of passage for most teenagers. Yesterday our church recognized 23 high school seniors graduating from area high school. After six years of active participation in our youth ministry it is time to give them … Continue reading
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Jesus Wrecked My Life
Shane Claiborne in his book The Irresistible Revolution: Living as an Ordinary Radical tells the story of his conversion to becoming a Christ follower. Shane grew up in East Tennessee near the buckle of the Bible belt. Like most teenagers … Continue reading
The Box
In leadership circles we often hear of “thinking outside the box”, but it is much easier said than done. The first challenge facing many of us in the “establishment” of leadership is admitting that we are “in the box.” Most … Continue reading
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Deacons: A Pastor’s Best Friend
Last night I had the honor to speak to the Pastor/Deacons Banquet of the Kaufman Baptist Association in Terrell. It was a wonderful night of reunions for me personally. I served in this association a number of years ago, and … Continue reading
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The Message of the Cross
Last Sunday our church had the honor of hosting Randel Everett, the new Executive Director of the Baptist General Convention of Texas, and his wife Shelia. Dr. Everett preached with passion and clarity in all three of our morning worship … Continue reading
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