I am currently leading a men's group in a study series using Jerry Bridges's "Respectable Sins." Last night, the discussion became rather explosive . How do you deal with the question: "Is worry a sin?" Personally, I believe that even if we assume that worry per se is not a sin, it is a barrier to our journey to discipleship. Let's see if there is additional wisdom from this group I can learn from. Thanks in advance. conrade
Read more…"The greater danger for most of us lies not in setting our aim too high and falling short; but in setting our aim too low, and achieving our mark." (Michelangelo)
Not many of us will are claim to be leaders. Behind the name tags, the title on the name cards, or the qualifications that surround our names, is an ordinary person who is dependent on God. I was reflecting today on the state of leadership in the Church. One of my elders recently wrote me,…
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I am constantly intrigued by a weirdness in churches. Many people I have met are quick to tell me about the importance of discipleship. Pastors say it. Leaders trumpet it. Church members mention it from time to time. Unfortunately, more often than not, we…
