God blesses those who patiently endure testing and temptation. Afterward they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him. And remember, when you are being tempted, do not say, “God is tempting me.” God is never tempted to do wrong, and he never tempts anyone else. Temptation comes from our own…
Month: March 2022
The Unstuck Group’s Quarterly Findings
Tony Morgan and The Unstuck Group released their quarterly report last week with the following data, some of which is expected and some you’ll find to be a pleasant surprise. What I Expected: In Person Worship Attendance is down 30% Online Worship is up 152% General Fund Giving is down 1.6% Giving Units/Households that Give…
The Top 10 Most Popular Bible Translations
Thom Rainer reveals a major shift if the popularity of Bible translations, as the New Living Translation moves into the second spot and the King James Version drops to number four. Here is the link to the article. I personally made the shift to the NLT soon after its release in 1996 for its readability…
Churches Are Still Recovering
A new study from Lifeway Research reports that while Churches continue to open their doors for in person worship, one in four attendees has yet to return. You can view the report HERE.
Live Humbly (James 1:9-11)
Believers in humble circumstances ought to take pride in their high position. But the rich should take pride in their humiliation—since they will pass away like a wild flower. For the sun rises with scorching heat and withers the plant; its blossom falls and its beauty is destroyed. In the same way, the rich will fade away even while they…
Seek Wisdom (James 1:5-8)
Wisdom is an important theme in the Book of James, revealing the author’s influence from Old Testament wisdom literature such as Proverbs, Ecclesiastes and Job. As James provides direction for times of duress, prayer for wisdom is the second sequential suggestion he offers. If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give…
