January 2004

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Notes & Quotes -- Al Gilbert on advice he'd give a young pastor

"I'm convinced that often we think the way to grow our church is to focus on the needs of our church family and the needs of those right around us, when, in fact, when we start staring at those needs, we really lose focus. But if we lift our...

Published Sat, Jan 31 2004 9:17 AM by MTBEditor

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'Rest of the story' resources for Mel Gibson's 'Passion'

ALPHARETTA, Ga. (BP)--As the buzz surrounding Mel Gibson's The Passion of the Christ mounts prior to its Feb. 25 launch, the North American Mission Board has begun offering detailed evangelistic resources to help churches answer questions the movie...

Published Sat, Jan 31 2004 8:13 AM by MTBEditor

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Making Room for Life: Trading Chaotic Lifestyles for Connected Relationships, Randy Frazee (Zondervan, 2004)

This book chronicles the personal journey of a busy senior pastor, author, husband, and father of four who was dissatisfied with the frenetic pace of life in America and wanted to spend more time with his wife. Frazee avoids preaching or prescribing as...

Published Fri, Jan 30 2004 7:44 PM by MTBEditor

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PastorPreneur: Pastors and Entrepreneurs Answer the Call, John Jackson (Visionquest Ministries, 2003)

Strategic thinker John Jackson pastors the church he started in 1998 and grew to more than 2,000 in less than five years. His philosophy of ministry involves five key strategies: getting the attention of the community, building strategic partnerships...

Published Fri, Jan 30 2004 7:41 PM by MTBEditor

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Notes & Quotes -- Mudhouse Sabbath (Paraclete, 2003)

"Most good and holy work ... is sometimes tedious, but these tasks are burning away our old selves and ushering in the persons God has created us to be. --Lauren Winner, who converted to Christianity from Judaism ten years ago Mudhouse Sabbath (Paraclete...

Published Fri, Jan 30 2004 7:36 PM by MTBEditor

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Notes & Quotes -- www.leadershipjournal.net

In an internet poll last February, Leadership asked pastors about ways they have adapted their evangelistic approaches to fit our changing times: w 24% say they listen more w 22% now view evangelism as a longer process w 14% claim they’re not as “preachy...

Published Fri, Jan 30 2004 7:34 PM by MTBEditor

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Notes & Quotes -- The World & I (Jan 2004)

“Many Christian conservatives say they believe liberals are trying to make America free from religion as opposed to protecting freedom of religion. No doubt many advanced thinkers today, as in the past, do believe that religion, especially faiths rooted...

Published Fri, Jan 30 2004 7:32 PM by MTBEditor

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Notes & Quotes -- Credo: The Wisdom of an American Prophet (Westminster John Knox, 2003)

"There is no smaller package in the world than a man wrapped up in himself." -William Sloan Coffin Credo: The Wisdom of an American Prophet (Westminster John Knox, 2003)

Published Fri, Jan 30 2004 7:31 PM by MTBEditor

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Notes & Quotes -- Men’s Journal (Feb 2004)

WWCD? Here’s a “top ten” list men will find interesting. It’s Clint Eastwood’s ten-point guide to life that appears in an article titled “What Would Clint Do?” 1. Call your own shots. 2. Be fearless. 3. Keep moving. 4. Love your job. 5. Speak softly ...

Published Fri, Jan 30 2004 7:26 PM by MTBEditor

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Notes & Quotes -- Jonathan Edwards quoted in Heartcry! (Issue 26, 2003)

“The enjoyment of [God] is the only happiness with which our souls can be satisfied ... . Fathers and mothers, husbands, wives, or children, or the company of earthly friends are but shadows, but enjoyment of God is the substance. These are but scattered...

Published Fri, Jan 30 2004 7:24 PM by MTBEditor

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Saddleback Small Group Study: The Passion, the Purpose and Person of Jesus Christ

by Staff This is an edited version of a letter sent recently to Saddleback's small group leaders. You are welcome to adapt this to your own needs, and we encourage you to consider this special small group curriculum. This month Saddleback Church is...

Published Fri, Jan 30 2004 2:17 PM by MTBEditor

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One way to reach seekers attending your church this Easter

Dear Church Leader, The Case for Easter The Case for Easter investigates the medical and historical evidence for Jesus’ crucifixion, resurrection, and witnessed appearances. This compact book comes in boxes of 20 paperbacks, perfect for handing out to...

Published Fri, Jan 30 2004 7:53 AM by MTBEditor

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Do you encourage students to see 'The Passion' or avoid it because it's 'R' rated?

A note from Rick: Having seen Mel Gibson's, "The Passion of Christ," twice, I can tell you that it is a cinematic masterpiece , and I would encourage you to use it as an outreach tool within your community. This week and next week we will...

Published Thu, Jan 29 2004 4:05 AM by MTBEditor

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I saw the movie AND read The Book!

Ever since the word got out that Mel Gibson was producing a new "Jesus" movie, pastors, Christian artists and speakers have been shuffling about, prodded by their flocks, trying to take a leader-like position - most without ever having seen...

Published Thu, Jan 29 2004 4:01 AM by MTBEditor

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How do you prepare to be a worship leader?

Rick Muchow From Roger Scott serving in Winthrop Harbor, Ill. QUESTION: How to Prepare? “Our daughter is currently a lead/backup singer in our church's praise band. She is sensing that God may be calling her to become a worship leader (she's...

Published Wed, Jan 28 2004 3:07 PM by MTBEditor

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