by Crystal | Sep 24, 2012 | A Pastor's Heart
Smiling on the Inside? September 24, 2012 How are Christians supposed to obey the command:“Rejoice in the Lord always”? Let’s admit it: Life is hard. The news is scary.Our world is filled with hardship and disaster. What can we do to sustain realjoy in our lives,...
by Crystal | Sep 17, 2012 | A Pastor's Heart
Why, God, Why? September 17, 2012 Pain, both physical and emotional, offers pastors arather grim sort of job security. It’s everywhere, and it’s our God-givencalling to help. Rarely do I feel less adequate, however, than when I’m askedto explain why. Why did this...
by Crystal | Sep 10, 2012 | A Pastor's Heart
Sword of the Spirit Verses September 10, 2012 Why do we endeavor to memorize the Scriptures together,and why do we feature an “SOS verse” in our worship service every week? Hereare a few reasons. The Bible is the most stabilizing, clarifying,life-changing force God...
by Crystal | Sep 3, 2012 | A Pastor's Heart
Notable Quotes September 3, 2012 Last month I read Eugene Peterson’s A Long Obediencein the Same Direction: Discipleship in an Instant Society. It’s anear-classic, having remained in print for over 30 years and sold over 200,000copies. Here’s a sample of why:”I...
