In early 1992, some remarkable passengers were cast overboard during a fierce storm in the North Pacific. Nearly 30,000 Chinese-made plastic bath toys began slowly making their way across the waves. For the past 15 years, yellow ducks, green frogs, blue turtles and red beavers have been quite a colorful flotilla! Their journey of nearly […]
Practical Perseverance
One school night, I found my high schooler lying on his floor in despondency when he was supposed to be finishing a big English project. ‘What’s going on?’ I asked in disbelief. ‘What about your portfolio? Are you already done?’ His only response was a moan, a groan, and deep sigh. ‘I’m overwhelmed-this is too […]
Dealing With Unanswered Questions
A still born baby, a fatal car wreck, a freak accident are all mysteries that cause us to struggle with the failure of God. A wayward child, a terminal disease, a terrorist attack… isn’t an all powerful God supposed to show His power by intervening in such painful mysteries? When a human mystery like the […]
4 Tips for Effective Public Speaking
Last week I had a radio interview with Pat Williams, host of the “Road Home” radio broadcast in Orlando Florida. You may have heard of him, especially if you are a sports fan. He’s the Sr. Vice President of the NBA’s Orlando Magic and quite a prolific author and popular motivational speaker. After experiencing him […]
7 Steps to Bible Study Success
Women need a safe place to ask questions, share experiences, connect with others, and grow closer to God. And this is what should be happening in our women’s Bible studies. A successful Bible study program develops spiritual maturity in a non-threatening environment, strengthens relationships, and improves harmony within the body of the church. Whatever the […]
Leading Discussion in Bible Study
Bible studies are the backbone of women’s ministry. They are a great place to get women into the Word and see them grow in their relationship with the Lord, and with each other. Whether you are leading a small group discussion time or facilitating a discussion hour before a video based study, some general guidelines […]
Devotional: The Parable of the Pencil
The Pencil Maker took the pencil aside, just before putting him into the box. There are 5 things you need to know, he told the pencil, before I send you out into the world. Always remember them and never forget, and you will become the best pencil you can be. One: You will be able […]
Answering Difficult Spiritual Questions
Sometimes, I like to read the gospels as if I’m thumbing through a photo album chock full of snap shots, glancing at each one. Recently, a great snap shot of Jesus reclining at a dinner party in Matthew 9 caught my eye. It’s a picture of Jesus and His disciples having dinner at Matthew’s house […]
Attract Women From Outside the Church to Ministry Events
How do you encourage new women to come to your special events? Chris Adams, Senior Lead Women’s Ministry Specialist for LifeWay, shares some ideas to help you reach outside the walls of the church to include those who don’t normally attend church. R – Rethink Everything E – Encourage Nonchurched Women to Attend A – […]
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