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knowing our place

Posted by tom felten on May 22nd, 2013 | 8 responses
I recently read of a man who started a church and saw it grow and flourish over the years. But unlike some pastors whose fingers have to be pried from the pulpit, this man began grooming a younger man to take over his... read more »

May 20, 2013

Posted by Today's Conversation on May 20th, 2013 | 2 responses
What encouraging words from a pastor, teacher, or mentor proved to be life-changing for you? Why? ... read more »

doing God’s will

Posted by K. T. Sim on April 27th, 2013 | no responses
The young missionary couple was confused. Certain that God had called them to serve in a specific mission field, they shared their calling with the church leadership. They then received conflicting counsel. One group... read more »

Christian avoidance

Posted by sheridan voysey on March 8th, 2013 | 4 responses
In many parts of the world, it’s an amazing time to be a Christian. Most of us can walk down the street and find a church to join. If none interests us, we can go online and download our favorite preacher’s sermons in... read more »

experiencing community

Posted by tom felten on February 25th, 2013 | 5 responses
Respondents to a recent Barna Group survey listed the following as key elements of their church life: connecting with God, experiencing transformation, gaining new insights, and feeling cared for. All of those things happen... read more »

lawn libraries

Posted by jennifer benson schuldt on February 21st, 2013 | 3 responses
Nancy Johnson went for a walk and discovered a little library in a neighbor’s yard. It’s estimated that there are now between 300 to 400 small libraries lodged in people’s lawns around the world. Each has a... read more »

in a word

Posted by tom felten on January 16th, 2013 | 7 responses
This past week I’ve been working on a labor of love. My wife, Lynn, is reaching a significant birthday milestone, so I’ve decided to throw her a party. One game I came up with is “Lynn in a word.” The idea is for... read more »

the harvest

Posted by an odj community member on December 17th, 2012 | 2 responses
As I reflect on the horrid event that occurred at the elementary school in Newtown, Connecticut (US), I am truly saddened that there apparently was no one in this young man’s life that recognized and acted on the level of... read more »

generational investment

Posted by regina franklin on November 30th, 2012 | 4 responses
Standing quietly in the back, I am moved by the sight. Arms reach upward, voices carry throughout the room, and a tireless energy reverberates to the sound of the drum. Passionate and full of promise, they are far more than... read more »

oblivious

Posted by tom felten on November 26th, 2012 | 6 responses
Dante Autullo had no idea that a 3.5-inch nail was embedded in his brain. He was totally oblivious. Having accidentally shot himself in the head with a nail gun in January 2012, Autullo thought he had only suffered a small... read more »
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