It’s been too long.  I’ve not had a preteen/teenager living in my home for many years.  Our first child was a boy and his transition from child to pre-adult was quick and violent.  My perfect child exploded in so many ways that I was left reeling in shock, terror and despair.  Later, I learned–but didn’t…

Visitors who come to Special Gathering which is a ministry within the mentally challenged community are often surprised that they also receive ministry through the messages and the devotions, teaching and sermons they hear.  No matter who is teaching, if they are effective at reaching our members, they will be effective a reaching others. There…

I’ve been wanting to share this with you for a while.  Os Hillman sends an e-mail letter each day.  It is an excellent resource that you will want to receive.   Preparation for Greatness TGIF Today God Is First Volume 1, by Os Hillman 06-01-2012 “He trains my hands for battle; my arms can bend…

Within every ministry or business, there is wiggle room.  Before we examine “the how” for learning about and becoming comfortable within your ministry’s culture, there are several things where there can be no wiggle room. Jesus’ disciples knew that he was not only their leader.  He was their example.  Before he sent them out in…

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