Jul 31

The Heartbreak of Church Splits

Philip Wagner

Category: Leadership & Church Planting

When a church splits, it’s ugly and painful - no one comes out a winner. I have spoken to many heartbroken pastors who have gone through this experience. I’ve also heard the stories of wounded believers who no longer go to church because of the pain of a church split. It happens way too often. When I say, “church split” – I’m talking about a large group of people, maybe 20% or more, of a church congregation joining together to leave the ...

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Jul 30

August Bible Reading Plan & Prayer Focus

Philip Wagner

Category: Bible Reading

August Memory Verse –Pure and genuine religion in the sight of God the Father means caring for orphans and widows in their distress and refusing to let the world corrupt you.  James 1:27 NLT Wednesday, August 1Bible Reading: Revelation 3Bonus Old Testament Bible Reading: Proverbs 6 Prayer Focus: Relationships with OthersPray that: We would develop meaningful relationships There would be healing in relationships that have been affected by past hurts We would find ways to be ...

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Jul 13

Core Values - Genuine Faith

Philip Wagner

Category: Leadership & Church Planting

I don’t know anyone who has accomplished something significant or fulfilling in life who did not go through some difficult times to get there. It’s a common imagery, in songs, poems and even scripture to describe times of trouble as night or midnight - and better times as a “new day” or “when the morning comes.” Weeping may last through the night, but joy comes with the morning. Psalm 30:5 NLT In times of trouble we have to face our situation with ...

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