by Terry_Powell | Feb 2, 2017 | All
This is a follow-up to a November 28, 2016 post, “10 THINGS I’VE LEARNED FOR SURE.” Here are four more insights that only time and experience have taught me. As you read, ponder: Which truth is most applicable to me now? What logical applications stems from this...
by Terry_Powell | Dec 20, 2016 | All |
a CHRISTMAS STORY Scene 1 October, 1978. A shopping center parking lot in Indianapolis, before stores opened. The place I chose for an extended quiet time with the Lord. Having recently resigned an associate church staff position, God’s Spirit convicted me of...
by Terry_Powell | Dec 8, 2016 | All
We’ve all heard the stories of leaders who didn’t finish well. Moral failure Bitterness or hardness of heart in latter years Complacency or coasting in latter years of ministry, figuring they’ve already paid their dues The painful consequences may include ruptured...
by Terry_Powell | Nov 2, 2016 | All
Even giants pass away. Larry Richards, who died October 16, 2016 at age 85, is a case in point.As a Christian Education student at Wheaton Graduate School (1971-72), I took two of his classes. Far more formative was his prolific writing. You can see a recent...
by Terry_Powell | Oct 17, 2016 | All
“But” is a conjunction with impact. It precedes a contrary opinion, or introduces a stark contrast to the first part of a sentence. The term qualifies or completely negates what precedes it. *”I know I promised we’d get away this weekend, honey, but my boss expects...
by Terry_Powell | Sep 9, 2016 | All
What Not To Say After A Compliment Anyone to whom God has given the grace-gift of teaching will receive his or her share of verbal affirmations. I’ve had folks praise me for the clarity of truths I convey, for my passion, and my emphasis on application. Yet...
