If you're feeling a bit lost about the direction you want to take in life, you're certainly not alone (though that may not make you feel any better about it)! When we're young, the world is our oyster, and the possibilities are limitless--and that may be part of the problem. There are so many directions you can go that it's common to suffer from a bit of analysis paralysis. But, there's hope. You just need to be willing to engage in a bit of self-reflection. 1. Decide What YOU Want and Value Far too often, people fall prey … [Read more...]
3 Ways Churches Can Reverse the Absence of Millennials
There’s been much buzz on the Internet recently about the absence of young adults in churches. Numerous blogs, research statistics, and denominational reports point toward this significant decline. There have been countless comments and conversations about the reasons Millennials are not connecting to church. But I’m not quite ready to say "the sky is falling" just yet. Why? Because I believe the Lord is going to use this generation significantly to proclaim the kingdom of God in a world that’s seeking for hope in something. There … [Read more...]
Why You Must Lead Yourself Before Leading Others
I don't like to fly. I believe that if God had really wanted humans to fly a lot, he would have given us a couple of wings on our back. Occasionally, though, something calls on the other side of the country or that's just too far away to drive. When forced, I will fly. I fly probably 5-6 times a year. I'm not a pro flyer, but I'm no rookie either. I've flown my share, even though I don't have medallion status. Everytime I get on a plane, I dread having to sit and wait for everyone else to board (I'm impatient, so I try to be one … [Read more...]