Are we Living in the End Times?
The events of the past 2 years have made many wonder… is this the end? Wars, pandemics, social unrest, rebellions, uprisings, hurricanes, earthquakes…it's easy to think the world is about to end....
Surviving Christmas
It’s the most wonderful time of the year—again! For many of us, this is such a wonderful time of memories, hot cider, caroling, Tim Allen movies and visiting family. But for others of us, this will be a very difficult time due to the loss of someone this past year, divorce or tension with family, friends or the mall. Hopefully, these three simple things can help you survive this year.
Thanksgiving List Leftovers
Yes, I’m so grateful for my family, my dogs, my church, my job and most of all Jesus. But in the spirit of the day after Thanksgiving, here are some leftovers.
Thank You
About two years ago someone came to me with an idea to start blogging and doing a podcast all based on this idea of doing life better together. And since it's beginning, we have been steadily growing in momentum, and because of that, I want to say thank you.
Parenting and Youth with Kara Powell
On this episode of the Rusty George Podcast, Rusty talks with Kara Powell, the executive director of the Fuller Youth Institute and associate professor of Youth and Family Ministry. Kara has written several books including Growing Young, was named one of the Top 50 Woman You Should Know by Christianity Today and shares a lot of insight with Rusty in this latest episode on being a parent and how to handle the youth.
3 Lessons Every Leader Eventually Learns
I used to hear my parents say this phrase “Because I said so.” It seemed like the ultimate cop-out. It seemed like they just didn’t want to argue anymore so they put their foot down. And as much as I said, "I will never say that when I get older" well, guess what—I did, have and still do. And just like in life, there are lessons that you need to eventually learn to become more successful in your leadership. Here are three simple lessons we can all learn from.
5 Ways to Move From Volunteer to Leader
Recently our church was honored with an award from a local news publication. We received the “best place to volunteer” award for the past year in our area. I was thrilled, honored, humbled and grateful. But the more I thought about it, the more I kept asking the question, "how does one move from a volunteer to a leader in whatever organization they may serve?" I have found these 5 tips helpful when trying to move beyond just volunteering.
How NOT to Listen to God – Part 3: Taking Shortcuts
Today there are multi-billion-dollar industries built on the promise of a shortcut. The fad diet that will get us out of having to exercise and eat responsibly. The get-rich-quick scheme that will solve all our financial problems. But do any of those shortcuts every really work out, does God care if we take shortcuts when it comes to our relationship with Him?
3 Options for Halloween This Year
Halloween is just around the corner, and as Christians, the question always comes up, "what do we do?" Do we celebrate a pagan holiday or do we stand on our Christian morals? Pastor Mark Driscoll has 3 interesting options I think we can all get behind.
How NOT to Listen to God – Part 2: Denial
Denial is a defense mechanism we use to try to shield ourselves and others from reality. But the more we shut out reality, the more we’ll be shutting out the voice of God in our lives. So how do we get beyond this trap of denial to be able to listen to God?
Small Church Leaders with Karl Vaters
In this latest episode of the Rusty George Podcast, Rusty interviews guest Karl Vaters. Karl has written two books and writes regularly for ChristianityToday.com about how to better pastor and grow the small church. Karl has also started newsmallchurch.com, a ministry that encourages, connects and equips innovative small church pastors
