Rubel Shelly reminds us of the value of small increments of time used wisely to make an eternal difference by doing the small things in the lives of others that bless, encourage, and support them.
06/11/2013 by Rubel Shelly
Phil Ware reminds us that nothing we do in the Lord's name is insignificant, unimportant, or forgotten by God who loves us and remembers and rewards us for what we do.
06/09/2013 by Phil Ware
Greg Anderson shares the third in a series of articles from Interim Ministry Partners on greeting guests and welcoming others into our midst.
06/08/2013 by Greg Anderson
Rubel Shelly weighs in on the tragedy in Oklahoma, our easy explanations, and our overuse of the word just.
06/06/2013 by Rubel Shelly
We don't have to live in fear of God, waiting for him to zap us when we make a mistake. Yes, our God is a just God who will punish sin. But for those of us who seek him, who enter into a relationship with him, he is merciful and good. His love frees us fr
06/05/2013 by Tim Archer
Tom Norvel reminds us that life happens quickly, fast, and if we are not careful, we can get so busy that we miss life in all its fullness, abundance, and joy.
06/04/2013 by Tom Norvell
Phil Ware talks about what to do when relationships are shattered and how it feels easier to trade in those relationships for new ones, but asks if this is really smartest and if it honors Christ and our walk with God.
06/02/2013 by Phil Ware
Paul Styrvoky details his experiences of sponsoring a child through Compassion International.
05/30/2013 by Paul Styrvoky
Christians grieve the loss of loved ones, but we grieve differently because even in death we have hope of a better life.
05/29/2013 by Steve Ridgell
Phil Ware reminds us about the battle for our lives and that Jesus is the only one with control over the demons, the deep, the diseases, and death.
05/27/2013 by Phil Ware
Phillip Morrison remembers a dear friend and patriot and faithful disciple named Bette Johnson.
05/26/2013 by Phillip Morrison
Mark Frost continues a series on Becoming a Yes! Church being done by Interim Ministry Partners Phil Ware, Mark Frost, Greg Anderson, and Tim Woodroof
05/25/2013 by Mark Frost
Photos often represent a "reality" that doesn't exist. They focus on the surface level. God looks beyond that, looking at the heart. How do we get our hearts right? God can fix them.
05/22/2013 by Tim Archer
Phil Ware offers some practical and important advice on what to do to help in the devastation caused by tornadoes.
05/21/2013 by Phil Ware
Rubel Shelly reminds us of the missing virtue of persistence -- endurance and perseverance mixed with consistency and integrity.
05/19/2013 by Rubel Shelly
My earthquake happened without warning and it helped me see what was important to remember about the earthquakes of life.
05/15/2013 by Steve Ridgell
Phil Ware writes about interim ministry and his partners, and how we can be a 'Yes" church.
05/14/2013 by Phil Ware
Phil Ware uses the story of Eve and Seth to give us encouragement for those times when we think we've failed as a parent.
05/12/2013 by Phil Ware
Phillip Morrison offers Encouraging Words about Mother's Day and the red or white flowers we wear in honor and to remember our mothers.
05/10/2013 by Phillip Morrison
Trusting is a level higher than believing. Trusting God means that we not only believe in Him but that we know without a doubt that he will do what he says and will do it with our best interest at heart.
05/08/2013 by Bill Brant
Rick Brown reminds us that in the middle of our chaotic world and the catastrophic things that have happened recently, worship still brings us into the presence of God and gives us a reason to go on!
05/07/2013 by Rick Brown
Phil Ware begins a short series on Untold Stories from the Bible and shares the story of Onesiphorus refreshing Paul while he was in prison.
05/05/2013 by Phil Ware
Rubel Shelly reminds us that behind the great 42 of Jackie Robinson was a heart of faith and willingness to honor Jesus in the way he dealt with injustice, hatred, and prejudice.
05/03/2013 by Rubel Shelly
The church isn't an organization; it's an organism. Membership isn't optional. If we are in Christ, in a saving relationship with him, then we are necessarily members of his body. Christians don't choose to belong to the church; if they belong to Christ,
05/01/2013 by Tim Archer
Christianity is more than a set of rules no one can follow. It is about a relationship with Jesus.
04/24/2013 by Steve Ridgell