Nika Spaulding Identifying Millennials is an important step in understanding them. Who are we talking about? In this podcast episode Nika Spaulding, Resident Theologian at St. Jude Oak Cliff in…
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When my two friends and I got in line at a burger restaurant recently, we had no idea that it would take so long. After we moved forward a few…
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Kelley Mathews Leader, know thyself--a necessary element for good leadership. Kelley Mathews from our BOW Ministry Team emphasizes ways to know yourself if you want to flourish as a leader.…
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We love the “How To" articles and books, don’t we? I’m a big fan when I need to know what I don’t know, and I’m a sucker for a shortcut.…
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Years ago we had a peach tree in our side yard. As it grew, it began to produce the most delicious peaches ever! One year we had a bumper crop,…
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It’s the first day of spring. The flowering trees in North Texas have been particularly gorgeous this year, perhaps because of heavy rainfall in February. Native redbud and dogwood trees…
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As we anticipate Valentine’s Day tomorrow, it seems fitting that the first characteristic of good leadership, being Christ-centered, is anchored in love. We have a true relationship with God because…
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My previous post addressed five myths that I have encountered regarding marriage, mommying and ministry. Here are five more: #6 Your kids will develop a deep love for God and the…
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As much as I believe that God has a call on every person who follows Jesus, it’s not nearly as specific as we might like or as some of us…
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What thoughts come to your mind when you are invited to a meeting? "I don't have time for this." "Another meeting?" "Why me?" Any of those sound familiar? As I’ve…
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