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  • The Power of the Moment

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    Don’t under-estimate the power of one single moment. One moment you spend with someone that’s hurting. One second in a conversation that you have. One sentence in a sermon you speak. One moment in time, has the potential to change lives. Don’t miss the opportunity contained in a moment as you… Spend a few minutes…

  • Wimps Accomplish Nothing!

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    I read a post by Seth Godin the other day that hit me like a ton of bricks. Here’s the part that left me thinking… Or consider the way we resist opportunities to lead, to connect, to do work that matters. We don’t resist because we’re not capable of it… we resist because if our…

  • How to be Stress Free

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    I get asked often, “Jonathan, what is the main cause of anxiety with an upcoming project?” OK, I’ve never been asked this, I’ve just thought about it recently. I think the number one reason I get nervous about an upcoming ministry opportunity or event is because I haven’t prepared adequately. This may be a personality…

  • Sleeping without Living

    Sleeping without Living

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    Do we know the win? Do we know the goal? Do we know what success looks like? It’s really easy for us to go through the motions… of life, of ministry. It’s really easy for us to get up every morning, put our clothes on, walk out the door, and get another pay check. BUT,…

  • Never Let Apathy Win

    Never Let Apathy Win

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    The greatest threat facing the local church isn’t from any outside source, but rather the sheer apathy of those inside the church. I’ve made this statement several times over the last few days. I really believe that churches today are filled with people just going through the motions of church and the Christian life. Some…

  • The Power of Purpose

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    Quick post today, but here’s what’s on my mind… Anyone that has been in church for any amount of time has heard a statement similar to this: “God has a purpose for your life.” I think we often hear that, process it, and move on to the next thing. However, think about that statement again.…

  • 5 Signs You Ain’t Got It

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    While a lot can be said and accomplished by hard work, dedication, and will, some things just aren’t meant for everyone. Sometimes, our giftedness falls outside of the category that we would sometimes like it to. Here are the top 5 signs that you just ain’t got it… You have to talk people into allowing…