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• Introducing—Higher Call Student Summits

  

  If you are a student ministry leader or worker, we invite you to participate in the Higher Call Student Summits in 2012!Beginning in February, Bryan Samms and... Read more

  Posted on 03 January 2012 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Become More Rooted in Christ This Year

  

  Are you desiring to walk more faithfully and personally in the new year? This small idea might help…Our theme at Lancaster Baptist this year is “Rooted in... Read more

  Posted on 01 January 2012 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• My Christmas Day Train Wreck

  

  I have recurring Saturday evening nightmares. I think it’s a part of being a song leader or church service director. But today topped them all! Read more

  Posted on 26 December 2011 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Repost: Christmas From a 4-Year-Old

  A friend of mine who serves the Lord at the BBN Radio Network sent me this link to the Christmas story told by a four-year-old little girl. It blessed our... Read more

  Posted on 25 December 2011 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Tebow On Mic During the Chicago Game

  This past Sunday evening, I watched in awe as ESPN commentators literally fall speechless. Then they resorted to words like “magical” and phrases like,... Read more

  Posted on 17 December 2011 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Thoughts On Blogging…

  

  I’ll never forget the first time I heard the word “blog.” It sounded like my friend burped. And the concept sounded about as stupid. Read more

  Posted on 05 December 2011 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• A Collection of Posts on New Year Planning

  

  This is a repost of reposts—how’s that for loser blogging!? Over the past few years, I’ve written a number of articles about creating an annual planner for... Read more

  Posted on 01 December 2011 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Whose Campaign is This?

  

  In an interview recently, Republican Presidential candidate Newt Gingrich made a statement that absolutely grabbed me. The statement requires a bit of back... Read more

  Posted on 29 November 2011 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Lord, Thank You…

  

  Heavenly Father,Thank you for your love and for my salvation in Christ. My life and destiny would be utter, hopeless despair were it not for the cross of Jesus... Read more

  Posted on 24 November 2011 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Christmas is a Gift—Dr. Chappell’s New Book

  

  This week, Striving Together Publications introduced a new, hardback, full-color, mini-book from Dr. Paul Chappell. Christmas is a Gift—Unwrap the Significance... Read more

  Posted on 16 November 2011 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• When We’re Too Busy

  

  Life is busy. Honestly, in a given week or day, there is more stuff flowing at us (in the form of information and opportunities) than we can possibly comprehend... Read more

  Posted on 15 November 2011 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Repost: Why Leaders Need Communication

  

  WARNING: Failure to communicate frequently and effectively will bring distrust, tension, and grief in any valuable relationship. Read more

  Posted on 12 November 2011 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• If You Leave Your Family…

  

  If you leave your family, you rebel…You rebel against and shame the name of your great God.You rebel against God’s Word and clear commands.You rebel against... Read more

  Posted on 06 November 2011 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Done—Free for the Amazon Kindle!

  

  This post is all about sharing the gospel with friends, family, and co-workers. If you know someone who doesn’t know Christ, read on:Perhaps you are familiar... Read more

  Posted on 31 October 2011 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• New Podcast: Biblical Vision for Growth

  Podcast: Download The newest edition of the Spiritual Leadership Podcast from Dr. Paul Chappell is posted. This month the lesson is entitled “Developing a... Read more

  Posted on 21 October 2011 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• 15 Ways to Affirm Your Kids

  

  Not long ago, my son asked my wife, “Was dad proud?” Then he said,”I work hard to make that man proud!” His statement reminded me of the power of parental... Read more

  Posted on 12 October 2011 FAMILY, PARENTING, SPIRITUALITY

• Spiritual Weapons for Wayward Kids

  

  What can you do when your grown children begin to stray spiritually? I’ve seen a lot of parents hurt, mystified, and shaken by sudden and radical spiritual... Read more

  Posted on 10 October 2011 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• More Christian Books for Kindle

  

  Our team here at Striving Together Publications has been quietly and aggressively working to bring the full Striving Together book library to the Kindle... Read more

  Posted on 06 October 2011 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Repost: 3 Reasons to Get Good Advice

  

  Isn’t it amazing how often people venture into major life-changing decisions without getting any outside, biblical advice. Why do we do this to ourselves? Read more

  Posted on 04 October 2011 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• SL Podcast – Staying the Course

  Podcast: Download The most recent Spiritual Leadership Podcast is one you SHOULD NOT miss! It’s entitled “Staying the Course Through Troubled Waters” from Pasto... Read more

  Posted on 01 October 2011 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY