Caryschmidt

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• If You’re Suffering, Jesus Knows How You Feel

  

  The week before Easter, for many Christians, is a week of meditating upon the cross of Jesus Christ. Our next three church services will be focused on the... Read more

  Posted on 18 March 2016 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Help Your Guests Overcome Fear at Church

  Stepping into a church for the first time is a terrifying experience for an unbeliever.Recently, I was on my way to connection group when I saw a young a... Read more

  Posted on 17 March 2016 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• How My Heart Responds to EBC’s 100th Anniversary

  This week, Emmanuel celebrates 100 years of gospel ministry. I write this post for two reasons: First, I ask that readers please pray for our special weekend... Read more

  Posted on 29 February 2016 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• How to Encourage Your Heart

  Down days are part of every Christian life. Every spiritual leader, every pastor, every growing Christian wrestles with times of discouragement. Should it... Read more

  Posted on 23 February 2016 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• 10 Ideas for Enjoying God’s Word

  Do you want to read God’s word consistently? More importantly, do you enjoy reading it? Or perhaps, like most Christians, you get stuck in the “duty and... Read more

  Posted on 08 February 2016 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• The New Year Plan That Trumps All Others!

  The Single Greatest Value for an Effective New YearSix years ago this week (2010), Dana and I were driving home from my chemotherapy appointment, listening to... Read more

  Posted on 31 December 2015 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Because of the Gospel…

  The world can be falling apart, but my heart doesn’t have to.The world can persecute me, but that won’t destroy me.The world can mire down in political... Read more

  Posted on 07 December 2015 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Counter-Intuitive Church Development

  “Ye are the salt of the earth: but if the salt have lost his savour, wherewith shall it be salted? it is thenceforth good for nothing, but to be cast out, and t... Read more

  Posted on 04 December 2015 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Brand Vs. Belief

  Are You Perpetuating a Brand or Passing Forward Belief?What is your cause? What is your flag? What are you passionate about advancing? If it’s less than Bible... Read more

  Posted on 01 December 2015 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• A Deeper Thanks!

  Jabez was a pretty awesome guy!He was born with name that means “sorrow” and sounds like the Hebrew expression of “ouch.” He could have accepted the fate that... Read more

  Posted on 26 November 2015 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Take-Aways from Idea Day!

  Idea Day East is now history, and what a FANTASTIC day is was! It was a privilege to welcome about 100 Bible-believing, good-spirited pastors (and some of... Read more

  Posted on 23 November 2015 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Five Tips for Enjoying Idea Day East!

  In two days, EBC will welcome a group of pastors from around the country who are coming together for a single day of fellowship and encouragement. Read more

  Posted on 16 November 2015 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Tips for Enjoying Idea Day East!

  In two days, EBC will welcome a group of pastors from around the country who are coming together for a single day of fellowship and encouragement. Read more

  Posted on 16 November 2015 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• A Gospel Testimony You Will Love to Read!

  The gospel still works! If you ever get past the gospel, you’ve gotten past God’s Word—from the first page to the last, the Bible is about the good news of... Read more

  Posted on 10 November 2015 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Life Lessons from 25 Years…

  Twenty-five years ago, Dana and I were newly-weds starting out in ministry. Looking back, the time has evaporated, our family has grown, and God has given us... Read more

  Posted on 04 November 2015 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• When an Icy Storm Descends Upon Your Life…

  I have never done this, but the Lord put it on my heart today.In an exchange with a friend who is going through a trial, he mentioned the introduction of “Off... Read more

  Posted on 29 October 2015 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Thoughts on Engaging Culture

  “Then drew near unto him all the publicans and sinners for to hear him.” Luke 15:1 Jesus engaged his culture. Paul engaged his. We should engage ours. If... Read more

  Posted on 26 October 2015 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• What’s Worse Than Falling Behind?

  Several weeks ago, I walked into the office after a morning of study. Our pastoral staff men were finishing up a meeting in the conference room. I poked my... Read more

  Posted on 12 October 2015 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Why Spiritual Leaders Should Care About Criticism

  Have you ever considered the value of helpful criticism?Have you ever known someone, who from your perspective, was too sensitive to criticism? I’ve been on bot... Read more

  Posted on 30 September 2015 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Expressing Gratitude on 9/11

  The events of 9/11 drew our country into not just a “new war” but a “new kind of war.” That day was a catalyst that sent many into harm’s way over the past 14... Read more

  Posted on 11 September 2015 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY