You’re Not as Crazy as I Think
Dialogue in a World of Loud Voices and Hardened Opinions – Randal Rauser. Biblica Books. What if passion for truth is found not in the loudest voice and most unshakable convictions, but rather if it is found in the resolved to listen to and learn from others? What if that passion is found in a
Ron Dunn: His Life and Mission
– Ron Owens. B&H Publishing. Ron Dunn (1936-2001) was an international itinerate Bible teacher whose life still inspires many of today’s most influential pastors. In this new biography, fellow disciple Ron Owens writes to pass along the spirit and passion of this man who, from his mother’s womb, was called to preach. We learn this
What’s My Main Job as a Man?
Written by: Bill Elliff Of all the conversations I’ve had with hundreds of men across the years, the number one question is: “What am I suppose to do with my life?” We want to know our PURPOSE. This is one of the reasons I was so fascinated to learn that the primary buyers of Rick
A Father’s Blessing
“Rachael Sierra Stewart.” Hearing your name and watching you walk across the stage overwhelmed my heart with a flood of emotions. There was a sense of pride as the evidence of years of hard work had finally paid off. You finished in the top ten percent of your class, and we both know this was
Preaching: A Point of Reference (Part 2)
I’ve known preachers who preached on tithing and didn’t tithe. Or they interpreted tithing as 10% after you’ve paid all the bills, taken the kids to Disney, and bought a new car. Their preaching on tithing is watered down and non-confrontational, lest someone challenge them on their interpretation. Early on in my ministry here, I
Exercise Counts
Read 1 Timothy 4:1-8 If a man wants to be healthy, he must watch his food and exercise, and keep both in their proper proportion. Too much food without sufficient exercise will make a man overweight and sluggish, and too much exercise without the proper diet will make him sick. What is true of the
My Hope With Billy Graham
www.myhopewithbillygraham.orgThis is an awesome event/resource for pastors and churches coming this November! Visit the site to find out how you can get involved. 2ProphetU2ProphetU is an online magazine/website, started by Warren Wiersbe and Michael Catt, to build up the church, seek revival, and encourage pastors.
The Touch of the Master’s Hand
Luke 18:15 The touch of Jesus has power over the enemies of the human family. These people knew if Jesus ever put His hand upon their children, they would be all right. Everything Jesus ever touched was changed. His touch has power over:1) Devils2) Disease3) Death I. HIS TOUCH IS A LIFE-GIVING TOUCH1) Jairus’ daughter
from Don't Just Stand There, Pray Something
by Ron DunnEvery petition is formed within the context of three provisions: the will of God, the name of Jesus, and the glory of God. (p. 54)
As believers we are the objects of organized assaults by unseen forces, a hierarchy of invisible powers in rebellion against God. (p. 63)
In a sense the primary target in intercession is not the person or the problem; rather, it is the power behind it. We must break the habit of taking the visible part for the whole. (p. 64)
Prayer is the warfare. It is the battlefield upon which the spiritual war is waged. The battle is won or lost here. (p. 68)
The church could win more battles in the valley if it had more intercessors on the mountain lifting high the rod of God, the name of Jesus. (p. 69)
Ron Dunn
The Way We Give Now
In its most recent State of Giving report, the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) noted that its members received more than $9.8 billion in cash donations in 2011. That giving has held fairly steady in recent years, especially compared to other reports of charitable giving. But there’s a lot of volatility among individual ministries
Staggering Statistics
(source: World Health Organization) AIDS is the leading cause of death globally among females 15-44. 800 women die each day in childbirth/complications from pregnancy; 99% live in developing countries. 458,000 breast cancer deaths per year globally. 58% of deaths from breast cancer occur in developing countries. 19-55% range, by country, of women who reported being
Pornography in the Congregation
(source: LifeWay Research) Pastors were asked how many men and women in their congregations view pornography on a weekly basis: Men Women less than 10% view 62% 82% 10-24% view 24% 10% 25-49% view 10% 3% 50% or more view 4% 0% According to Education Database Online, some 40 million Americans are regular visitors to