Tuesday, June 29, 2010

budget and finance

We didnt have a single disagreement in our budget meeting and its creeping me out

Nothing causes more conflict in a church than finances. Let's face it, most churches are run like a business - it's hard not to. And yet, Jesus makes it clear that money should be our last concern. What's a poor congregation to do? Ya gotta pay the bills.

Tell me, what do you think?

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Wednesday, June 16, 2010

Perils of surfing the web.

That's not how it's spelled, and DEFINITELY notwhat it looks like!

Ah, the internet ...

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Tuesday, June 8, 2010

Young, skinny blonds need the Word too.

I'm thinking of starting a beach ministry.

One of my favorite people of all time was Dan Vigus. He had a way of recognizing the humor in just about every situation and on one occasion, while vacationing on the beach he made the above comment to his Father in law. The midwesterners in us had been practically shielding our eyes to the bathers on the beach and his impromptu quip lightened the mood. It's a small thing, but it's all the small jokes and observances from people like Dan and others that have formed my sense of humor and inspired Finding Elim.

So remember, God's beauty is all around us: in the sunset, the mountains and in the fleeting, vibrant beauty of youth. Appreciate His creation! (but don't get too enthused or your wife will give you her own thoughts on the matter).

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