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““It’s not just that we can’t be perfect; it’s that we don’t want to be perfect and so we hate the One who is.””

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“Developing a sense of contentment means entering into rituals of reflection and celebration of the various stages of our lives. If life is only one big, long story and we never pause to celebrate the various chapters, then our awareness of the good we have done will be vague, and our discontentment will grow. Contentment is the sort of thing…

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We should never intentionally offend, but if you follow Jesus, you will offend religious people.

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“The Western world is in need of new churches. In some cases churches must multiply and plant new churches from scratch, while in other…

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Any person that says, "Of course I wouldn't do ______" doesn't know their own heart.

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Worry is worthless. It can't change the past or control the future. It only spoils the moment.

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“Most churches do not grow beyond the spiritual health of their leadership. Many churches have a pastor who is trying to lead people to a Savior he has yet to personally encounter. If spiritual gifting is no proof of authentic faith, then certainly a job title isn't either. You must have a clear sense of calling before you enter ministry.…

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“Well-meaning members lose sight of their role as servants and become increasingly focused on controlling the very church they are called to serve. When a serving heart is replaced by a controlling heart, division is bound to ensue. And when selfish division lies unchallenged, areas of ministry and service become turfs to be defended, and brother and sisters in Christ…

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“One of the weaknesses of the Evangelical church and the reason why it does not do restoration well is because it is theological, but…

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“Contentment is godlike. It is a quality that goes to the heart of true manliness—that sets a man above the world and elevates him…

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“Most men have stopped trying and have settled for a life devoid of discipline, which can only lead to stunted personal growth and little freedom. That’s partly because they try to change alone. But we can’t enact discipline alone; it’s too dangerous. Alone we are all guaranteed failure. Alone we are almost guaranteed discouragement. The more we try, the more…

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