Saturday Links
Curated links for your weekend reading:
It fatigues me.
The latest example of the attempt to erase native people and their culture from the Canadian experience is the recent discovery of two-hundred and fifteen graves of native children on the property of a residential school run by Canadian governments and churches.
Pastors: Why Your Local Influence is More Essential than a National Platform
what is the difference between local influence and national prominence? Why would local influence be more essential to your church?
The Lord Does Not Despise the Day of Small Things
I need God’s help to see that not only does God not want me to despise the day of small things, but he does not despise it either.
If our sins have been (unimaginably) forgiven by God, then we have been set free to assume the best of others.
Church Planter: Which Core Team Member Do You Need to Know Best Before You Plant?
You need to know you the best before you even think about planting a church. If you don’t, you’re heading for a fall.
“Beware, and be on your guard against every form of greed; for not even when one has an abundance of books does his life consist of his library.”
If you’re feeling burnt out or worried you’re heading in that direction, check on the six areas of your job that are most likely to contribute to that state.
Every time your local Church gathers, it is an unrepeatable, unique day God sovereignly ordained for the praise of His glory and for your good.
My column this week at The Gospel Coalition Canada: The Gun Lap for Pastors
Pastors of all ages: aim to finish strong. Keep running, even if you’ve been at it for a while.