In this book Brad Powell (Pastor of Northridge Church) tells the story, personal examples, and opinions of turning around a dying church and making it grow. The main point, in my opinion, is the Church needs to be culturally relevant to grow and thrive. This DOES NOT mean we change the Truth but the way we deliver it…trying to make it relevant to all.
Although I am not a pastor or church planter I have spent time in denominations of many sizes and have recognized… READ MORE!
The Last Operative was one of the first, or ‘the’ first fiction book Jerry B. Jenkins wrote. This particular one was re-wrote and published with ‘updated’ or ‘current’ information to make it relative for today. I never read the original.
Jordan Kirkwood wants to go quietly into the sunset. His career as an NSA intelligence officer has taken a significant toll. His two adult children are little more than distant acquaintances. His wife has been patient and supportive, but he knows she has deserved better. That was part of the… READ MORE!
I took Tytus to the doctor yesterday for his four-month check-up and another round of shots. Tytus did great for the time: waiting, nurse routine, doctor visit, & then on to the shots. Oh, and a pharmacy visit as well before we left…Just a cream for rashes, no serious medications.
Tytus weighed 16 pounds 8 ounces and is now 26 inches long. He sleeps through the night and generally is a happy baby. Yesterday after… READ MORE!
Surprising Connections between Neuroscience and Spiritual Practices That Can Transform Your Life . . .
“Integrating new findings in neuroscience and attachment with Christian spirituality, Dr. Thompson reveals how it is possible to rewire your mind, altering your brain patterns and literally making you more like the person God intended you to be. Explaining discoveries about the brain in layman’s terms, he shows how you can be mentally transformed through spiritual practices, interaction with Scripture, and connections with other people.”
I… READ MORE!
Maddy!
[My suggestions as a new dad are just my opinion! And it relates to MY situation. I have no expertise except for the training I am getting now! -(other peoples babies do not count as experience for your own)-]
I first want to explain the last part of my disclaimer: other peoples babies do not count as experience for your own. What I mean by that is: I have babysat/watched other babies from friends and family, changed diapers, fed, etcetera…but its… READ MORE!
