Whatever trouble you face this year, know that Jesus has already overcome it.
Read moreMy Portion
When you hear portion, you immediately think about a piece of something or part of a larger amount, but with God it’s on the contrary.
Read moreA Fresh Start
Move past the old, but take the experiences with you. God has something new for you in 2017.
Read moreMillennial Reason No. 12: "You're Failing to Adapt"
While this form of evangelizing is essential for church growth, there’s still a large population of your community unchurched and unsaved.
Read moreJoy To The World
God loved you and I so much that He gave His only Son to us. It’s great to know that we serve a God who thinks so much of us.
Read moreMillennial Reason No. 11: Stop Talking About Us (Unless You're Actually Going to Do Something)
Instead of talking about a group of people, we should learn more about that group of people.
Read moreMillennial Reason No. 10: "The Public Perception"
“Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and healing every disease and sickness.”
(This series of devotionals will be addressing an article titled 12 Reasons Millennials Are OVER Church. The author provides 12 reasons why Millennials don't attend church. I expound on them in this series. )
“Let’s be transparent,” is a phrase I often hear in church that translates into “Let’s be honest and tell something true about ourselves we’re not so proud of, and that nobody may know about, and has a happy ending.” Thing is, this phrase, and time of transparency, is often shared amongst the members of its church while the perception to the public is “We got it all together.” We may share our faults with each other, but we allow the public to think that we think we’re perfect.
The time Jesus spent in synagogues teaching, preaching, or healing was minimal. Jesus knew His purpose would best be fulfilled beyond the walls of the church and reaching people. We too can heal every disease and sickness as Christ did – through our testimonies. It wasn’t long ago you were smoking, drinking, clubbing, sexing, or whatever else you left behind for Christ, so don’t use your breakthrough to shun those who are where you were yesterday. Instead, destroy the public perception that Christians are snobby, do-gooders, and be transparent with someone who needs a life preserver and not someone already in the boat.
Tomorrow’s Reason No. 11:
Stop Talking About Us (Unless You’re Actually Going to Do Something)
Click HERE to receive inspirational devotions to your email!
“Heavenly Father, I will help heal others and proclaim the good news by sharing my story of deliverance by Your grace and mercy. In Jesus’ name. Amen.”
Millennial Reason No. 9: "We Want You to Talk to Us About Controversial Issues"
Our churches have to provide examples that doesn’t just tell people who they are or how to live, but shows them.
Read moreMillennial Reason No. 8: "We Want to Feel Valued"
I’d imagine it’d be a terrible feeling to attend church in hopes to be inspired, accepted, and valued, only to leave feeling judged.
Read moreMillennial Reason No. 7: We Want to Be Mentored, Not Preached At
Church has the ability to offer Millennials something they may not be able to find anywhere else – an authentic relationship.
Read moreMillennial Reason No. 6: Distrust & Misallocation of Resources
The community needs to know God’s church is still a resource and there for them and can be trusted - again.
Read moreMillennial Reason No. 5: The "You Can's Sit With Us" Affect
We shout come as you are, as long as you don’t come sit in the first two rows of the sanctuary.
Read moreMillennial Reason No.4: "We're Tired of You Blaming the Culture"
Some churches hold so tightly to their traditions, that they may miss the new thing God wants to show them.
Read moreMillennial Reason No. 3: Helping the Poor Isn't a Priority
Helping the poor has to become a priority, and it starts with leaving the walls of our churches.
Read moreMillennial Reason No.2: "We’re Sick of Hearing About Values & Mission Statements"
When more of our churches make our love for God and His people more genuine and visible, perhaps this generation will be more inclined to check us out Sunday.
Read moreMillennial Reason No. 1: Nobody's Listening to Us
Millennials don’t want to just show up to church, but want to be part of an institution they can shape and change to meet the needs of today.
Read moreRemembering Day One
No matter who or what hurdle comes your way, continue to live your life in God.
Read moreEverything is Uncovered
Instead of judging, God wants me to get the plank out of my eye so I can become a better witness and example to others.
Read moreWipe Out
God still loves you and is ready to wipe out your sin and refresh you.
Read moreWhatever You Put Into It
Whatever you put into your relationships with people, you’re likely to be returned the same favor.
Read more