Why do we think we are better than Jesus?

January 14, 2026 | Devotional, Leadership, Steward Leader, Stewardship

nd we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. For those God foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son. Romans 8:28-29 According to Romans 8, God’s purpose for our lives from the moment we...

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Push and Pull

January 12, 2026 | Devotional, Leadership, Steward Leader, Stewardship

Transitions in life and especially careers can be stressful. They say hindsight is 20/20! Looking back over my career I can clearly see now that times of professional transition involve both a push and a pull. And, depending on the circumstances, these two forces vary in intensity.

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In 2026, Steward the Small Stuff

January 6, 2026 | Devotional, Leadership, Steward Leader, Stewardship

January is a great month for those of us who like to think strategically. If your Strengths Finder puts you high on the Futuristic and Strategic scale, this is your month. As leaders, we can see January as a clean canvas upon which we can paint our big dreams, sketch...

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Wishing You a Shepherd’s Christmas

December 23, 2025 | Devotional, Leadership, Steward Leader, Stewardship

“When the angels went away from them into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, “Let us go over to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has made known to us.” And they went with haste and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby lying...

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People, Programs and Places

December 21, 2025 | Devotional, Leadership, Steward Leader, Stewardship

God entrusts to steward leaders time, treasure, talent and relationships. The most precious of these good gifts is relationships! As transformational steward leaders we are called to love and serve God by loving and serving others! And we often are called to be agents of change. Picture a room filled...

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Stumbling Over the Manger – Part 3

December 16, 2025 | Devotional, Leadership, Steward Leader, Stewardship

In last week’s blog, we looked at how the manger can become a stumbling block because of its indictment of our sinful nature and our deep brokenness that can only be healed through the coming of God in the flesh. For those who don’t believe they need anyone to save...

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A Year-End Personal Evaluation

December 14, 2025 | Devotional, Leadership, Steward Leader, Stewardship

2025… This past year was another BIG one for our family. We have experienced several significant transitions in life and ministry. We now have 15 grandchildren! Bonnie’s dad went to heaven, and Jared and I are working closely together to establish Lakeside Christian Academy scheduled to open in the Fall...

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Stumbling Over the Manger – Part 2

December 10, 2025 | Devotional, Leadership, Steward Leader, Stewardship

In last week’s blog, we looked at how the manger can become a stumbling block because of its indictment of our sinful nature and our deep brokenness that can only be healed through the coming of God in the flesh. For those who don’t believe they need anyone to save...

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