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    Defining a Radical Faith

    By Church, Church Planting, Faith, Leadership

    I see a growing interest in encouragement to sacrifice everything for the sake of the Gospel. I love that kind of passion. We see so many examples of it in Scripture and many are listed in the chronicles of faith in Hebrews Chapter 11. There have been a few times in my life where I’ve sensed a specific call to do something so drastic, so seemingly bizarre, so faith-stretching, that even thinking about those decisions today seems scary.

    I wonder, however, if that expectation is unrealistic when applied to all of us at all times. Is it okay, should God allow it, to live a “normal” faith at times…to not feel like everything is on the line…but rather feel like you’re in a safe place…depending on a regular paycheck, in a steady job, with a healthy church…for example? Would that be considered okay and still be considered radical in your faith?

    Just asking…

    Recently I was reading John 7:1,

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    May 12, 2011
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    Leaders Consider the Bigger Issue

    By Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Team Leadership

    In an organizational setting, when little issues arise, I try to consider the bigger issue at stake. Not everything has a bigger context worth considering, but strategic leaders consistently consider if there is one.

    For example, if a staff member makes an awkward, unusually negative comment during a meeting, I try to consider the bigger issue. Was he or she reflecting in the moment about something in their personal life, was the comment limited to the meeting, or is there something unspoken going on that could point to a bigger issue in the person’s life or the organization? I’ll most likely question this after the meeting.

    If I receive criticism from someone I trust, is it limited to the matter being criticized, or is there a bigger, unspoken issue of concern? I’ll always try to discern what isn’t clear.

    As a leader, I have learned that I don’t always get the full story. As much as I try to lead around that fact, some are afraid of hurting my feelings, are intimidated, or just fearful of speaking up with their true feelings.

    I discipline myself to question or consider:

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    May 10, 2011
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    Friday Discussion: Eternal Security

    By Christians, Encouragement, Faith, Jesus

    A recent college graduate from our church sent me an email recently. She’s struggled with her spiritual past. She became a believer early in life, got off track for a while, and now she’s on fire for God, Her dilemma is whether she lost her salvation during that time. She wonders what would have happened to her eternally had she died during her time of wandering. She wanted to know why I believe in eternal security.

    I realize I’m stepping in dangerous territory with this discussion question. This issue divides people theologically as much as any other. Some of my closest believing friends would disagree with me here, believing that one can lose their salvation, but I believe in eternal security.

    Here is my quick answer to my friend:

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    May 6, 2011
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    Helping Tornado Victims in Alabama

    By Church, Encouragement, Innovation, Missions

    My friend Casey Graham is a game changer. When he passionate about something, he doesn’t just talk about it, he does something. This past week, Casey’s home state of Alabama was devastated by one of the worst tornado disasters in history.  Knowing that in any disaster, the greatest need is always money. Money allows the team on the ground to do what is necessary to address the greatest needs. In just 24 hours, this effort has raised over $75,000.   You can read more about it HERE. Casey is working through Cross Point Church in Decatur, Alabama.

    Casey has set up a leadership team to oversee this process. He’s asked me to be a part of that team. You can read about that HERE.

    He’s challenging churches and others to be a part. Read the latest challenge HERE.

    There are many great efforts out there. Americans show their generosity during times like this. Casey is attempting to assist people without insurance or under insured. If you’d like to help, click HERE.

    What other ways are people helping? Feel free to point people to those ways to support by leaving a comment.

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    May 1, 2011
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    Seeing God as Too Much God

    By Devotional, Encouragement, God

    Don’t let the title of this post upset you just yet…

    God is fully God.

    There’s no way to describe the greatness, majesty, holiness, perfection, bigness of God…

    You could spend eternity…and will…trying to figure God out completely or fully comprehend the depths of His love, power, and grace.

    But I wonder sometimes…

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    April 30, 2011
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