"On the one hand, a pastor's family should aspire to be a great example of what a healthy, functioning and grace-filled family looks like. It's natural to look to our leaders as examples of how we should live. And in the face of cultural disillusionment with fallen leaders, it's hard not to expect something more from faith leaders. Still, it's a problem when heightened expectations are piled on families that are typical in every way. After all, even faith leaders and their families are in need of spiritual renewal and transformation." - David Kinneman, author, You Lost Me This article from Barna Group appeared on my twitter feed today and it ties in perfectly with the purpose of Bring Me 70 and we need to be diligent in praying for and supporting our pastors and church leaders. It's an interesting read and the stats are incredible to say the least. I encourage you to check it out and consider how you should pray and encourage your church leaders and their families.
Prodigal Pastors Kids.
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"We can no more afford to spend major time on minor things than we can to spend minor time on major things." - Jim Rohn I am the worst of offenders when it comes to procrastination. And this morning, while reading Luke 13, I looked up Matthew Henry's commentary on verses 6-9. I recommend looking it up.
He shares that the story of the master wanting to cut down the non-producing fig tree, because for three consecutive years, there was nothing. Yet, the gardener steps in and explains that he needs another year, to work with the tree and the soil to change the outcome. This is the story of grace. While the tree was representative of Jerusalem, it very much hit home upon my reading it today. The tree was in the vineyard, where it had the best soil, best environment, best resources...and yet it had nothing to show for itself. Thus, is the case, for many Christians and churches and religious organizations and individuals alike. You have value. You are of value. You are valued by those around and by God. We would do well, not to waste any of it (time, resources, opportunities, or financs) on things that have little to no impact on the world, let alone eternity. Some will know immediately how to correct the issue and begin the turn-around process now. Others like me...may have a little bit of a journey in front of us. But that must not deter us, but motivate us all the more. Don't undervalue what has been wasted. Don't continue to waste what you have undervalued. |
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