Expect to hear from God – seriously.
No Hallmark Card theology.
Just allowing him his place of awesome greatness.
Allowing him to speak so he is able to do and to speak as he sees fit.
… of course within the scope of the confines of his word.

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If we hope to make an impact upon our city we need to get to know our city at every conceivable level.
Some reading this piece have been stuck at a level of awareness yet not knowing our city – i.e., the people of your city.
Suffice it to say, it is impossible to effectively [...]

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How is a pastor-leader to spend his or her time each week? It is amazing to me how many of us have no clear answer to this question. Though we complain of being overworked, I believe it  is really more a matter of being scattered and diffused than being over-worked. 
Since my disastrous medical experience [...]

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Okay, now we are ready to dig in and serve those in our cities who are in need. We have listened carefully to the Spirit and have seen the needs of those around us. How do we begin to meet those needs? With servant hearts, kindness and generosity. Let the Spirit inspire you with ideas [...]

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