The Church: E4 Gifts

The Church: E4 Gifts

Paul speaks in Ephesians about the ministry gifts that Jesus left with His disciples when His ascended into Heaven.Ephesians four describes apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers that are given to equip the church. Their primary function is to train,...
Building Family is a Better Way

Building Family is a Better Way

When meeting new people and talking about our family of churches, I am often asked, “Are you all some sort of a network.”  I usually say, “We have some characteristics that may seem like a network, but the heart of who we are is a family.”  I usually add, “God’s...
Equipping Thoughts for Leaders

Equipping Thoughts for Leaders

All of God’s people go through hard times that test their faith. Leaders face it even more intensely because the enemy knows what God said, “Smite the shepherd and the sheep shall scatter” (Zech 13:7, Mt 26:31, Mk 14:27). Going after leaders is a tactic in...