I like to think of the world ... as a huge and perfectly-directed orchestra with God as the conductor, guiding each of us through His masterpiece. He reminds us when it’s time to come in, when it’s time to boldly crescendo, when it’s time to fade into a soft pianissimo, and when it’s time to simply ... Read More »
Archives for July 31, 2016
The Future of Small Group Ministry
I don’t know about you ... but I’ve long been intrigued by a somewhat obscure Old Testament reference to the men of Issachar. Tucked away into a long list of those who joined David when he was banished by King Saul, we’re told about the men of Issachar “who understood the times and knew what Israel ... Read More »
Cheryl Scott
Cheryl Scott is a wife, mom, daughter and believer who “follows her bliss” by writing on topics ranging from faith to family to business to baseball. She’s learning to embrace change (a long process!), and she finds joy in encouraging others through her blog FlutteringBy.Me. Cheryl is an economic ... Read More »
8 Signs Of Humility In A Self-Absorbed Culture
After God's Heart? Recently, I was asked to speak to college students on the topic of Jesus as the better David, the Perfect King. David is a fascinating character, the greatest king in Israel’s history, and arguably the greatest leader in the Bible. VBS stories frame David as a small boy, weak and ... Read More »
Mark Howell
I’m the Pastor of Communities at Canyon Ridge Christian Church in Las Vegas, Nevada. I’m also the founder of SmallGroupResources.net, offering consulting and coaching services that help churches across North America launch, build and sustain healthy small group ministries. In addition, I’m ... Read More »