Tis The Season

One of my favorite Old Testament leaders is Nehemiah.  Studying his leadership strategy is one of learning the importance of prayer and planning.  Even though I know better, I have been guilty of planning and then praying for God to bless my plans. Nehemiah presents a man who was burdened by what he had heard…

I was in second grade when our whole class had to go and take a vision test.  After having difficulty determining the direction the “E”’s where facing, I was sent home with a note for my parents to take me to the eye doctor.  Ever since then I have worn glasses or contacts. I remember…

When I was in second grade, I remember that the school I was attending was giving all students eye exams. I remember stepping up to the line and was asked to tell the person by me which direction the letter “E” was facing on each line. I got the first two lines right but couldn’t…

One of the key principles of leadership I have learned from many in the field of church revitalization is that knowing and clearly articulating your mission is the first and primary step.  One of my favorite philosophers, Yogi Berra, said, “If you don’t know where you are going, you might end up somewhere else.”  Mission…

Last Sunday I was privileged to be part of First Baptist Church, Platte City’s celebration of Rusty Savage for 30 years serving as their pastor.  This is a wonderful milestone for Rusty, his wife Stephanie and the church.  Rusty has been a faithful shepherd to lead God’s people and proclaim the gospel in Platte City…

In Matthew’s gospel the angel comes to Joseph and makes an astonishing announcement that the child his bride to be is carrying is indeed from the Holy Spirit. Referring to Mary he said, “She will bear a son, and you shall call his name Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins.”All this took place to…