An Illustrated World Of Coffee – Interested in seeing an interactive map of global coffee trends? Then look no more. Here is a fun look at those trends, along with some great info about each coffee culture, brew methods and more. Adventures Of A Serial Trespasser – Some of the most interesting places are the…
Memorize Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:20-21
1 Timothy is somewhat unusual in its ending. It lacks the usual benediction and final greeting that Paul typically puts in his letter. Instead, 1 Timothy is all business right up to the very end, and concludes with a final charge to Timothy. You can see it in 1 Timothy 6:20-21: Paul finishes off his…
Coffee Break – Christmas Edition – 12.23.2013
Coffee Lover Holiday Gift List – Looking for a Christmas gift for that person who loves coffee? Here’s a great list of ideas. And there might be some sales after Christmas, if you want to pick up something for yourself… The WestJet Christmas Miracle – When you watch the news, you can easily get down…
Memorize Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:17-19
After Paul’s spontaneous break for a doxology in last week’s passage, he returns to the topic of verse 9, worldly wealth. Take a look at this week’s passage in 1 Timothy 6:17-19: Some scholars believe that this passage doesn’t belong here. Either it should have come earlier in the letter and has been misplaced, or…
How To Stay Encouraged: Expect God To Act
One of the things I hear most often in ministry is, “I just don’t ever see God doing anything in my life.” The truth is, nothing could be further from the truth. When we see God’s activity in our life and in the lives of those around us, that becomes a major source of encouragement…
How To Stay Encouraged: Remember The Purpose Of The Church
Discouragement comes pretty quickly when we take our focus off of the end goal. One of the best ways to stay encouraged is to keep the ultimate goal in mind at all times. All too often, especially in ministry, discouragement hits like a ton of bricks. There are lessons and sermons to prepare, people to…