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6 ways pastors can lead to a more Gospel-focused church culture
A pastor recently called me seeking advice on how to create a culture of evangelism in his church. This young man was concerned about the lack of Gospel outreach among his congregants, and though he has extensive knowledge of the Bible and pastoral training, he wasn’t sure how to activate his church members to share the Gospel. This pastor is not alone. A 2023 Barna study revealed that only 12% of pastors reported they felt their church’s evangelism was “very effective,” whi
Jay Lowder
May 30
How God Saved This Man From Suicide And Transformed His Life
“Because I was battling an alcohol addiction, my life had really just got put into quicksand,” he said on an episode of the “Jesus Calling”
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I am fascinated by a compelling true story.
There are many ways to communicate information, but I have found that some truths are most easily grasped in the context of a parable.
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Failure
Her look, a combination of Palomino colored hair and glitzy aquamarine eyes made her stand out from others like a lighthouse. I didn’t...
Aug 4, 2013
Apache Pride
I always wanted to be one. Every single time my sugar-high buddies and I would play Cowboys and Indians, I chose to play the part of the Indian. I had a rubber tomahawk, a pair of moccasins, a few arrowheads and a shoddy red and yellow headdress that had only ruffled four feathers. I didn’t look like Sitting Bull but I sure felt like I did. I felt authentic when my mother told me that some of my distant relatives were Natives and that I was “Part Indian.” In actuality, the pe
Jul 16, 2013
Home
“Home” is a word that should be soothing and grand, conjuring up memories of joy, happiness and peace. The word “home” is endearing to so many that its connotations and use are almost endless – from a home stretch, hometown, home cooking, homemakers and even the Homewood hotel. As if that weren't enough, we can even go to a hardware store called the Home Depot. Ironically, “home” can even be used to describe a gender like a "home boy" or a "home-grown" girl. I have occasional
Apr 1, 2013
March Madness
It’s now March and the beginning of melting snow, emerging tulips, Daylight Savings time, the celebration of Easter, and Saint Patrick’s...
Mar 8, 2013
Trip to Toronto and Down Memory Lane
I just returned from an exciting trip to Toronto with my wife Missy. I was invited to appear on a great Canadian Network to share my story and discuss Midnight in Aisle 7 . While there, we spent time with the couple who led me to Christ. They were able to meet Missy for the first time; for years I wanted her to meet them. As I reminisced to them about the night I was saved in a city-wide outreach he was preaching in, I couldn't help but think of what has been left in its w
Feb 6, 2013
Christmas is NOT over
Yes, December 25th has come and gone. Boxes and bags were emptied and stomachs are filled. Although its lights are still turned on...
Dec 31, 2012
Transition
A little over a week ago I paced into another arena, but my purpose this time was different. I wasn’t there to speak but to listen and...
Jun 5, 2012
Start a tradition
Christmas is a crazy time of year. If you are like me, it's easy to get swept into the hustle and bustle of the holidays. I usually wake...
Dec 21, 2011
Riding
It’s a great time of the year. Although winter is my favorite season, I really enjoy all the events that come along with this time of...
Apr 28, 2011
Faith like a child
I just got home from a Spring Break vacation with my family in Ruidoso, N.M. After a full week of traveling with the ministry team, it...
Mar 23, 2011
Valentine's, baggage, and "The Executioner"
The Christian Post recently interviewed me about some past difficulties Missy and I experienced in our marriage and how God restored our...
Feb 22, 2011
Christless Christmas
I pray your holidays were blessed!! It was great to have time with Missy and the kids to stay up late, play, go to movies and just sleep...
Jan 28, 2009
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