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The Rabbit and The Hound!

Good morning friends.  It’s lighten up Monday.  This OLD story still makes me laugh. I hope it gives you a jump start for this week. [youtube id=”Z3y-SEETPv8″] This clip taken from I’m Not Ok. For more info or to purchase, click here.

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Two Skills Every Preacher, Teacher, and Speaker Should Have

Question:  What is the one “ability” that every person in ministry should never stop developing? Answer:  “Communication!” “Whew!  Thanks Ken.  I think I’ll write that down.” Question:  How many really great communicators do you know? “Um, give me a minute Ken.  Um.” Answer: YOU could be one of them! Question:  Who beside ministry persons need to develop their speaking skills? …

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The Antidote to the Malady that Saps Joy from Life

Years ago I remember visiting a large church and experiencing an unusual sensation.  The music was inspiring, the message was relevant but there was strange cloud that seemed to hang in the air.  I had to fight to keep focus on what the preacher was saying. It was near the end of the service I couldn’t put my finger on …

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Are You Beating on the Wrong Door?

It’s Lighten Up Monday!  Time to lighten up and live!  How many times have you found yourself beating on some door of opportunity that seems like the only option available, only to discover that while you were preoccupied with that one door, another door of opportunity was open behind you?  Look around you!  You may find another door you never …

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“Blend In!” Are You Kidding Me?

On a recent television show this question was asked of a social “expert” We have just moved into a new community, how can we make a good impression on our neighbors? The expert answered The most important thing is not to be different. People weird out when they meet people who are different. ‘Blend in’ he said, ‘be just like …