Derek shares a prime lesson from his grandchildren. When our grands speak, we should listen.
Marriage & Family
Articles about the dynamics of marriage and family
The Pastor’s Personal Life – Part 6 – Your Sabbath
Many Christians of today think Sunday is the Sabbath, and if they try to follow the Sabbath rules at all, they apply them to Sunday. There is nothing wrong with resting and focusing on God on Sunday. It probably works very well for many people. But for most pastors, Sunday is not a Sabbath of rest; it’s a workday.
Grace and Peace
Peace is, at best, a byproduct of something else, rather than a practical end in itself; so our focus must be – like our quest for happiness – somewhere else. And that somewhere else is grace.
THE PASTOR’S PERSONAL LIFE – PART 5 – YOUR MONEY
We recalled the old saying, “Time is money.” I was putting all my time into the church and the ministry. Certainly that was worth something, we told each other. God knew our situation. Certainly he would accept my time in place of my money, wouldn’t he?
A Father’s Day Blessing
Had I comprehended, had I truly considered, had I trusted and had I endeavored to follow God’s guidance, the source of all goodness, so much sooner than I did, my children would have seen and experienced a much different father, and my wife a much different husband. Trust me, comprehending this truth is indeed a blessing.
A Father’s Influence
Fathers have a great responsibility in raising children; because the ways of the father will often times dictate the direction the children take.
A Word For Father’s Day – we are the apple of God’s eye
As Dad, life is often understood as a series of struggles, and the role of “dad” is no exception. But this is a struggle we engage gladly, most especially when we take the journey with our Heavenly Father as companion and guide.
The Pastor’s Personal Life – Part 4- Your Health
You can’t effectively serve God, your church or your people if you are not healthy – physically, emotionally, spiritually, and in your relationships. Learn to rejoice in taking time for your health.
Final Thoughts on Parenting Transitions
The universal fear (or dread) of parents as their children approach that high school graduation day is the knowledge that their offspring will inevitably test those wings and fly away. We hope that as they do, they will remain close to us and will always remember that they can come home whenever the need. It brings enormous comfort to believe that God actively cares for them, just as much, if not more, than He cares for us.
GRANDFATHERS AS THE SOLUTIONS FOR OUR CULTURAL CRISIS
There are no church youth groups that are currently being led by grandfathers. Why is that? For many years now the church has segregated its services and programs by age. Is this a mistake?
The Pastor’s Personal Life – Part 3 – Spiritual Cleansing
Have you ever cleansed the home you live in, dedicated it to God as a place set apart, a sanctuary where only things of God would be welcome? David offers his ideas on ridding your home of things evil, and replacing them with a godly environment. One that blesses you, praises God, keeps satan away!
More Thoughts On Parenting Transitions
At what age does this transition from childhood to adulthood take place? Who gets to decide? The parent, reluctant to let go? The eager child, ready to spread his or her wings? Doesn’t it vary with culture? Good question! More importantly, how do parents get their children to the point where they are no longer considered children in the true sense of the word?
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