In this episode, Dwayne McCrary and Fran Trascritti talk about how God reconciles us to Himself in Christ, removing barriers of hostility between believers, along with other topics related to the upcoming Explore the Bible lesson.
Read MoreManaging change is never easy. It’s complex because people are complex, and navigating people through change can be extremely tricky. In a recent article, I wrote about helping to prepare your heart for when unexpected change arrives. Today, I want to discuss some principles that may be helpful for any leader in managing changes they…
Read MoreOnce, when I served on a church staff, my senior pastor shared the news with the church that he was being called to another ministry. Of course, I was happy and thrilled for his new calling, but in some ways, I also grieved. After all, I was losing a friend, a mentor, and a father…
Read MoreThe past few weeks, I have begun to run again. No, I am not a runner. Yet, I run. My wife and I, in a strange and perhaps foolish moment, decided that we were going to participate in a marathon in early 2020. Yes, we signed up for that. Did I mention that I’m not…
Read MoreI’ve been a pastor of local churches both as a staff pastor and as a senior pastor, and I have seen plenty of conflict over the years. One thing I have learned, however, is that conflict cannot be ignored, because even the smallest of conflicts can cause harm. The Apostle Paul had a few things…
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