The issue of Smart Ministry that went out this week includes my conversation with John Bevere, the internationally known speaker, author, and TV host.  John is a Pentecostal, and the discussion surrounded the fact that he does not teach “name it and claim it.”  He talked about the importance of holiness as a prerequisite—something I’ve [...]

As you all know, this is the first time I’ve posted something like this and it’s probably the last. But this is a great deal… The New Living Translation Break Through to Clarity Bible Contest and Giveaway Visit www.facebook.com/NewLivingTranslation and click on the tab that says “Sweepstakes” Fill out a simple form, take a quick [...]

Vision doesn’t change. Plans change constantly. Your vision is your overall goal. Your plans are your flexible means–changing to reflect new realities and new knowledge–to get you there. Suppose you have a vision to launch a new campus. You decide to do so in a movie theater. It would be a significant mistake to tell [...]

As if discussions of religion weren’t dangerous enough, I’m going to take on further risk by addressing dogs and cats. Yes, they both have their fans and lovers, and more power to you. But I think we can agree that in general there are some differences in their behaviors. Dogs are happy to see you. [...]

Americans hate that word “submit.” By its very nature it seems to indicate defeat. In the new fighting craze (names like Mixed Martial Arts, Ultimate Fighting, and so on), a match can end before the final bell without a knock-out if one fighter submits. They keep a statistic on defeats by submission. Many women cringe [...]