Caryschmidt

LATEST ARTICLES ( 389 )

• The Dangers of Depletion…

  Do you ever try to press on when you’re depleted? Do you ignore the warning signs of “being on empty?” Sometimes I do. It’s easy to pretend we don’t have limits... Read more

  Posted on 11 April 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Jesus Brings People and Churches Back to Life!

  Looking Back on Resurrection Sunday Blessings!God is at work at Emmanuel—and it’s all HIM and HIS PEOPLE! He still moves, He still uses single-hearted church... Read more

  Posted on 02 April 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• How to Invite Someone to Easter Sunday

  Hoping to bring a guest with you to Resurrection services on Sunday? Praying for your pastor as he prepares to preach the gospel? Hoping the Spirit of God will... Read more

  Posted on 26 March 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Hey, NEW ENGLAND CHRISTIANS, Listen Up!

  This is a post for New England Christians! If you know a Christian in New England, please pass it along! I can’t believe this GOOD NEWS!Hey New England—it’s... Read more

  Posted on 25 March 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• 8 Ways to Help Those Who Grieve

  This week our ministry has experienced a devastating loss. Angie Larson—one of the sweetest Christian ladies I’ve ever met, and a joyful servant at Emmanuel... Read more

  Posted on 12 March 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• The Best Advice I’ve Received as a Pastor

  Since arriving in Connecticut to pastor, I’ve had the privilege of seeking biblical counsel and insight from dozens of godly, gracious pastors and spiritual... Read more

  Posted on 01 March 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Five “Ministries” That Kill Real Ministry

  (I use the word “ministry” in this post tongue in cheek.)It seems that some leaders and Christians have appointed themselves to unhealthy “ministries. Read more

  Posted on 18 February 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Random Stuff About Blizzards

  In case your wondering—YES—we still love New England, blizzards and all. In SoCal we had earthquakes and sand-storms. In the south there are hurricanes and... Read more

  Posted on 10 February 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• When You’re Spiritually Numb…

  Have you ever been completely bewildered? Emotionally, spiritually, or relationally numb? Wondering where you are in life, how you got there, where God went, an... Read more

  Posted on 01 February 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Share the Love!

  

  The graphic below speaks for itself. Just study it and think about it…The saddest part is, MILLIONS of hearts at the bottom of the list are WAITING to hear the... Read more

  Posted on 27 January 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Repost: Influence Vs. Control

  Sometimes we get mixed up in ministry. We forget that our responsibility is not control it is influence. God never gave us control of people, their lifestyles,... Read more

  Posted on 14 January 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Repost: Hitting a Wall

  

  This post was written toward the end of my cancer treatments. I thought it might encourage you in facing the walls you might be up against today:Have you ever... Read more

  Posted on 08 January 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• 20 Things I Learned About God Last Year

  During a year of total change in life and ministry, God proved Himself to be more real, more powerful, more present, and more gracious than I’ve ever... Read more

  Posted on 03 January 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• 8 Priorities That Will Transform Your New Year

  Psalms 90:12 “So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom.”The new year offers us a new opportunity to look forward, put the past... Read more

  Posted on 01 January 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• What a Year—Wrapping Up 2012!

  This is a family update of God’s work in our family over 2012.2012 has been the most eventful year of our lives! Early in the year, I was still very much... Read more

  Posted on 29 December 2012 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Fully Immersing in the Christmas Story

  I pray that your Christmas is Christ-Centered! Jesus is everything you allow Him to be in your life. He desires to be your all in all! Read more

  Posted on 24 December 2012 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Celebrating 23 Years Or Marriage

  Today, Dana and I mark our 23rd wedding anniversary, and I am reminded of how blessed I am to have married such a wonderful woman! Read more

  Posted on 22 December 2012 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Trusting God in Tragedy

  

  Seven Biblical Responses to Overwhelming EventsThis post is simply a resource for those who are hurting or know someone who is hurting. To hear the message... Read more

  Posted on 17 December 2012 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Why Should We Care About Excellence?

  Why should God’s people and God’s servants care about excellence? From the maintaining of a church facility to the order of hall closet—does it matter if we hav... Read more

  Posted on 14 December 2012 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• New England’s Quiet Christian Revival

  A couple of weeks ago, I retweeted an article from Slate reporting on the surprising growth of Christianity in New England (presumed to be closed to the gospel. Read more

  Posted on 10 December 2012 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY