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BLOG, Doctrine, Evangelism, Fruit, Grace, Organic, Reproduction, Spiritual Gifts, The Body, The ChurchMay 16, 2026May 16, 2026

The Seed of the Word

As servants of the Farmer of His Kingdom, we are to sow the seed. In God’s stock of seed, there are many varieties. They vary in their requirements for germination.Continue readingThe Seed of the Word

BLOG, Discipleship, Doctrine, Evangelism, Shepherding, Spiritual Gifts, The Body, The Church, TraditionFebruary 23, 2026May 13, 2026

The Foundation of Evangelism

I’ve been told one should never start a sermon with an apology. So, I will apply the same principle for the use of the word “evangelism” or any of itsContinue readingThe Foundation of Evangelism

BLOG, Discipleship, Doctrine, Evangelism, God's Grade, Prayers, Shepherding, Spiritual Gifts, The Body, The Church, TraditionOctober 30, 2025October 30, 2025

Are the Gates of Hell Prevailing?

Scripture reveals the “gates of hell” will not prevail against the church in Matthew 16:18b. This is not just a survival statement for large churches but a declaration of powerContinue readingAre the Gates of Hell Prevailing?

BLOG, Discipleship, Doctrine, Evangelism, Shepherding, Spiritual Gifts, The Body, The ChurchAugust 30, 2025August 30, 2025

The Local Church has an Appetite

One gentleman I have had lunch with at a local restaurant often chooses a meal which they simply call “3 Ingredients.” It seems to be his favorite and satisfies hisContinue readingThe Local Church has an Appetite

BLOG, Doctrine, Shepherding, Spiritual Gifts, The Body, The Church, TraditionMay 2, 2025August 14, 2025

The 20/80, Non-Biblical Principle

The 20/80 principle that many people subscribe to in organizations and some churches inferring 20% of the people do 80% of the work is not Biblically-based or God-endorsed. Some evenContinue readingThe 20/80, Non-Biblical Principle

BLOG, Discipleship, Doctrine, Evangelism, Prayers, Shepherding, Spiritual Gifts, The Body, The ChurchMarch 19, 2025August 14, 2025

Searching for a Shepherd

Outside of the general character traits found in 1 Timothy 3, Titus 1, and other applicable passages in the Bible, there are some other criteria which would be prudent toContinue readingSearching for a Shepherd

God's Grade, Organic, Spiritual Gifts, The ChurchFebruary 13, 2024August 14, 2025

Reflections on the Organic Church

PART 1 Read 1 Corinthians 12: the body of Christ (the church or bride) is described as one. If you are a part of the family of God, what partContinue readingReflections on the Organic Church