Archive for October, 2005
Where To Find Help In Time Of Need
PSALM 121: 1 -2
David was in a stressful situation desperate for help. Indications are this Psalm was written when he was confronted by a superior army badly needing reinforcements.
He knew from what direction his help would come. It would come from the people living beyond the mountain range.
The fact he was lifting up his eyes [...]
A Church Interim: Things That Happens During an Interim
The interval between a former pastor leaving and the new one coming, known as the interim, is basically the same in every church. There is a distinct pattern.
First, there is an effort to have the Constitution and By-laws amended.
Next, there are persons who have special ministries they have always wanted the church to provide and [...]
Churches That Follow FADS
Change costs more than change. It is often expensive in terms of finances and personnel. The cost in personnel often results from persons feeling uncomfortable with the change and looking for something with which they are comfortable.
Churches in recent years have become big agents of change. Chasing after every new trend causes instability. The cost [...]
